Ghana's Deputy Minister for Health, Prof. Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has called on the Bono Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Addae Akwaboah, to support efforts aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths in the region. This appeal was made during a courtesy call on the Regional Minister as part of her official working visit to the Bono Region. The visit provided an opportunity for Dr. Ayensu-Danquah to discuss the persistent challenge of maternal mortality in Ghana.
According to the Ministry of Health, maternal mortality remains a significant challenge in Ghana. The Deputy Minister briefed the Regional Minister on ongoing efforts by the Ministry to accelerate interventions aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths. Dr. Ayensu-Danquah emphasized the need for strong collaboration among stakeholders, including the Ministry of Health, Ghana Health Service, and Regional Coordinating Council, to address the factors contributing to maternal deaths.
The Deputy Minister highlighted the importance of creating a conducive working environment for health personnel posted to the region. She appealed for support for medical doctors, nurses, and other health professionals to ensure quality maternal and other essential health services. This, she believes, will be critical in improving health outcomes in the region.
The Bono Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Addae Akwaboah, expressed optimism about the outcomes of the Deputy Minister's visit. He commended Dr. Ayensu-Danquah for her efforts in addressing maternal mortality and other health challenges across the country. The Regional Minister welcomed the engagement and expressed his readiness to support initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery.
The engagement between the Deputy Minister and the Regional Minister provided a platform for discussing the healthcare challenges in the Bono Region. The Ministry of Health statement issued on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, highlighted the need for collaboration to address the factors contributing to maternal deaths. The Deputy Minister's visit aimed to strengthen healthcare delivery systems across the region.
The Bono Region is expected to benefit from the collaboration between the Ministry of Health and the Regional Coordinating Council. The Deputy Minister's appeal for support is expected to improve health outcomes in the region. The Regional Minister's commitment to supporting initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery is seen as a positive step towards reducing maternal mortality.
The Ministry of Health continues to implement interventions aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths. The Deputy Minister's visit to the Bono Region is part of efforts to accelerate these interventions. The collaboration between stakeholders is expected to improve healthcare delivery systems and reduce maternal mortality in Ghana.
Key points
- Deputy Minister for Health Prof. Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah appeals for support to reduce preventable maternal deaths in the Bono Region.
- Bono Regional Minister Hon. Joseph Addae Akwaboah expresses readiness to support initiatives aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery.
- Ministry of Health to implement interventions aimed at reducing preventable maternal deaths in collaboration with stakeholders.
