Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has announced the successful completion of the recruitment of 13,500 nurses and midwives—an important milestone in the government’s efforts to stabilise Ghana’s health workforce. Addressing delegates at the 19th Biennial Conference of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) in Tamale on Wednesday, November 19, the Minister affirmed that all newly appointed personnel affected by salary delays will receive their payments by the end of the month.
He emphasised that the recruitment forms part of a broader strategy to enhance frontline healthcare delivery, particularly under the Free Primary Healthcare and Mahama Cares initiatives, where nurses and midwives play a pivotal role.
“In 2025, the Mahama administration successfully finalised the recruitment process initiated by the previous government, integrating 13,500 nurses and midwives into the public payroll,” he stated. “I am pleased to confirm that all those whose salary processing was delayed will receive their first payment before the month ends.”
Mr Akandoh also highlighted the government’s consideration of the negotiated Conditions of Service for inclusion in the 2026 Budget, describing it as a demonstration of commitment to improving the welfare of health workers. “The government has strongly considered the negotiated condition of services for the implementation in the 2026 budget. This is a clear demonstration of government commitment to continuity, fairness and the welfare of nurses and midwives,” he stated.
He called for continuous collaboration between the Ministry, labour institutions, and the GRNMA to address deployment, specialist training, and overall workforce stability, stressing that strong partnerships remain essential to advancing quality healthcare across the country.
Source: Isaac Appiah-Kubi
