President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has formally opened Phase 3 of the Upper East Regional Hospital rehabilitation project, marking a significant advancement in improving healthcare infrastructure in the region.
This achievement is a key component of the government’s larger effort to enhance healthcare services throughout Ghana and has been funded by the Saudi Fund for Development.
Phase 3 of the project encompasses the construction of several vital facilities aimed at increasing the hospital’s operational efficiency.
Included in these developments are a modern mortuary facility, housing for doctors, a hostel for patient relatives, and a medical gas building.
The project also involves the creation of a comprehensive perimeter wall, a cutting-edge kitchen, a Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD), and a laundry facility.
At the inauguration event, Upper East Regional Minister Dr. Hafiz Bin Salih emphasized the profound impact the project will have on regional healthcare services.
He noted that these new amenities will significantly boost the hospital’s ability to serve the community more effectively.
Mohammed Al-Shammari, General Director of African Operations for the Saudi Fund for Development, remarked that the project aligns with a broader objective to enhance and provide universal healthcare access, ensuring that everyone receives high-quality care irrespective of their financial status.