The Ministry of Health has announced that it has obtained financial approval to pay thousands of rotation nurses, midwives, and medical house officers throughout the country. This development is expected to settle outstanding allowances and enhance payment arrangements for newly trained health professionals.
According to the ministry, the financial clearance from the Ministry of Finance covers 14,279 rotation nurses and midwives, as well as 637 medical and dental house officers currently completing their mandatory service. Officials stated that this clearance follows a series of discussions between the two ministries, aimed at ensuring that newly trained health professionals receive the necessary financial support during their training and service period.
The approval for nurses covers several key cadres, including Registered General Nurses, Registered Midwives, Registered Mental Health Nurses, Registered Community Health Nurses and Registered Public Health Nurses. These professionals began their rotation last year and are expected to complete the programme this year. The ministry also confirmed that salaries have been approved for 637 medical and dental house officers. The officers graduated from both public and private institutions, passed the Medical and Dental Council examinations and were officially inducted into service on November 12, 2025.
Health officials have announced that the new clearance will eliminate payment backlogs that have built up over the years. This change also introduces a new policy aimed at ensuring that allowances for mandatory service are paid monthly, rather than being accumulated and disbursed at the end of the service period. The Ministry of Health stated that this new approach will apply to all health professional categories involved in mandatory service, including nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals. Additionally, the ministry will continue to collaborate closely with the Ministry of Finance and other stakeholders to ensure that health workers receive the necessary support to provide quality healthcare services throughout Ghana.
Source: Edward Acquah
