The Ministry of Health has announced that 13,500 nurses have been added to the government payroll as part of ongoing efforts to improve conditions for health workers.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, the Ministry noted that the leadership of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) had paid a courtesy call on Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh to strengthen collaboration with government.
During the meeting, the delegation rendered an unqualified apology to the Minister over a recent media attack.
The Ministry highlighted key interventions, including the establishment of the Ghana Medical Training Fund (GMTF), retooling of health facilities nationwide, and the full settlement of arrears on nursing training allowances and National Health Insurance claims. It also announced that government has absorbed 50 percent of admission fees for students in nursing training institutions.
According to the statement, these initiatives form part of government’s commitment to ensuring the smooth implementation of the collective bargaining agreement with the GRNMA, aimed at improving service conditions for nurses and advancing Universal Health Coverage (UHC).
The Ministry assured stakeholders and the public of its continued dedication to addressing challenges within the health sector.
The GRNMA delegation was made up of immediate past President Alice Darkoa Asare-Allotey, current President Dr. Krobea Asante, Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo, and General Secretary Dr. David Tenkorang-Twum.
Read the full statement below:
