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The Government of Ghana in collaboration with Czech Republic commission Kpone Municipal Hospital
The Government of Ghana in collaboration with Czech Republic have officially commissioned the Kpone Municipal Hospital in the GreatAccra Region, a significant milestone in enhancing Ghanaians’ access to quality healthcare.
The facility, built by VAMED Health Projects CZ s.r.o., has modern medical amenities, including an Outpatient Department, Surgical Suite, Delivery Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Laboratory, Pharmacy, and a 40-bed inpatient ward. 
It also features a Services Block, staff offices, and accommodation with a one-year post-completion warranty and maintenance plan.
This initiative was made possible through funding of seventy-one and a half million euros, secured from Erste Group Bank AG and Česká Spořitelna a.s., with an export credit guarantee of eight point six million euros from EGAP, the Export Guarantee and Insurance Corporation of the Czech Republic.
Speaking at the event, the Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh said the commissioning also marks progress in a broader project that spans several regions, including Eastern, Ashanti, and Ahafo, with hospitals set to benefit communities such as Jumapo, Nkwatia, Suame, and Mim.
According to him, the Hospital will not only improve access to quality health care but also provide employment and economic opportunities for the local population, contributing to health-led development.
He emphasized that the hospital is part of a long-term vision to expand access to health care through strategic investments and the introduction of initiatives like free primary healthcare.
“These efforts are aimed at reducing health inequities and improving overall health outcomes, as evidenced by the decline in maternal and under-five mortality rates in recent years.” He stated.
Mr.Akandoh also iterated the government’s pledge to complete and operationalize all hospital projects nationwide, ensuring that healthcare facilities are fully functional and accessible to all Ghanaians.
His Excellency Petr Pavel, the President of the Czech Republic, expressed his country’s deep pride in its collaboration with Ghana during a recent address.
He emphasized that the Kpone Municipal Hospital represents not only a significant advancement in infrastructure but also reflects the strengthening relationship between the Czech Republic and Ghana.
Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Sammy Awuku, has expressed deep sorrow following the sudden passing of Isaac Batsa, the constituency secretary for the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC).
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) lawmaker issued a statement on Tuesday reacting to the news, which has shocked the local political community.
Mr.Awuku praised the late NDC secretary for his bipartisan approach to local governance.
He noted that despite their different political affiliations, Batsa consistently rose above party lines to serve the constituency with diligence.
The MP revealed that the news was particularly shocking given that he had last interacted with Batsa just three days prior on Saturday.
Concluding his statement, Sammy Awuku extended his heartfelt condolences to Batsa’s family, the constituency and regional executives, and the entire NDC fraternity, wishing the deceased peaceful eternal rest.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has petitioned the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps to intervene in what it describes as the unlawful arrest and detention of the Bono Regional Chairman of the party, Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC.
Speaking during the presentation of the petition, NPP Member of Parliament, Jerry Ahmed Shaib accused the government led by John Dramani Mahama of promoting what he described as a “culture of silence.”
According to him, the continued detention of Abronye DC over a bailable offence was unacceptable and against the principles of justice.
He argued that keeping an accused person in custody until a matter is fully determined was not common practice in democratic states.
“It can only happen in a kangaroo or banana state,” he stated.
Mr. Shaib further alleged that state institutions were being influenced to intimidate political opponents.
He maintained that the criminal libel law had long been repealed in Ghana and questioned why individuals were allegedly being targeted over comments on national issues.
According to him, citizens should not be arrested simply for expressing views, including claims that power outages, popularly known as “dumsor,” had returned.
The lawmaker also accused the presiding judge in the matter of showing bias and claimed the court had failed to indicate when Abronye DC would reappear or be released.
He explained that the NPP deliberately chose a peaceful approach in presenting the petition to the diplomatic community instead of organising demonstrations.
Mr. Shaib noted that the delegation was acting on the instructions of the party leadership, including the Minority Leader, the General Secretary, the National Organiser, and former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia.
He called on the diplomatic community and ambassadors in the country to engage the Ghanaian authorities and ensure that justice and human rights were upheld.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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