President John Dramani Mahama has expressed confidence that the reconstruction of the La General Hospital will be completed and commissioned by November 2027, following an inspection of the project site. Accompanied by Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the President commended contractors and workers for the steady progress made, urging them to sustain momentum to meet the deadline.
He noted that the prolonged closure of the hospital has placed significant pressure on nearby health facilities, underscoring the urgency of restoring access to healthcare for residents. The President further revealed plans to repurpose the COVID-era emergency centre at Burma Camp to handle urgent cases and reduce treatment delays, while highlighting the government’s broader focus on preventive care through the newly introduced Free Primary Healthcare initiative.
Minister Akandoh explained that although redevelopment began in 2020, funding and payment challenges stalled progress. Full-scale work resumed in 2025 after those issues were resolved. Mr Akandoh added that, upon completion, the hospital is expected to serve more than 50,000 residents in La and surrounding communities, significantly enhancing healthcare delivery in the capital.
Source: Jemima Okang Addae
