The Minister of Well being, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has expressed confidence that Ghana is on the appropriate path to turning into one of many main producers of prescribed drugs in Africa.
He made the assertion at a gathering with native pharmaceutical firms on Monday, August 25, 2025, in Accra.
The assembly introduced collectively key gamers within the trade to debate the right way to enhance manufacturing capability, enhance high quality requirements, and broaden entry to important medicines.
Mr. Akandoh stated the federal government was dedicated to supporting native producers with the appropriate insurance policies, infrastructure, and incentives to assist them develop.
He defined that constructing a powerful pharmaceutical sector was essential not just for Ghana’s well being safety but additionally for financial growth and regional commerce.
“Ghana is able to lead Africa in pharmaceutical manufacturing. We’ve got the experience, the capability, and the political will to make this imaginative and prescient a actuality,” he famous.
Business stakeholders welcomed the federal government’s initiative, describing it as well timed, given the rising demand for reasonably priced and high-quality medicines throughout the continent.
They stated with the appropriate stage of help, Ghana may obtain self-sufficiency in drug manufacturing and broaden into regional markets.
The discussions targeted on strengthening laws, assembly worldwide requirements, and inspiring analysis and innovation to make sure long-term development of the trade.
By: Jacob Aggrey
