Mahama commissions PET scan facility, unveils new healthcare and education initiatives

Africa, Health

ACCRA, Ghana (NPA) — President John Dramani Mahama today commissioned a state‑of‑the‑art PET Scan facility at the Swedish Ghana Medical Centre in Accra, describing it as a major milestone in Ghana’s journey toward world‑class healthcare delivery and medical sovereignty.

President Mahama emphasised that the advanced diagnostic centre will significantly strengthen early cancer detection, improve treatment outcomes, and reduce the need for Ghanaians to travel abroad for specialist medical care. He noted that the facility positions Ghana as a future medical hub for the West African sub‑region, enhancing both national capacity and regional leadership in healthcare innovation.

According to a statement issued by the Presidency, the President also announced major interventions in healthcare, education, and housing. These include new regional hospitals, additional CAT labs, teacher housing projects, and the $300 million STARR‑J initiative, which aims to end the double‑track system by 2027.

He stressed that these investments reflect Ghana’s broader vision of inclusive development, where quality healthcare, teacher welfare, and education remain central pillars of the national agenda.

President Mahama commended the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) and the management of the Swedish Ghana Medical Centre for their visionary investment, underscoring that partnerships between government and private institutions are vital to achieving sustainable progress.

He reiterated that Ghana’s development strategy is anchored on strengthening human capital, expanding access to modern medical technologies, and ensuring equitable opportunities in education and housing.