Hope for Future Generations (HFFG) has called on the Government of Ghana to prioritise immunisation and primary health care (PHC) in the implementation of the 2026 budget.
In a statement issued on Friday, HFFG commended the government for increasing the health sector allocation from GHS 17.8 billion in 2025 to GHS 22.8 billion in 2026.
However, the NGO noted that this still falls short of the 15% target set under the Abuja Declaration and urged stronger political will and increased domestic investment.
HFFG stressed the importance of sustainable financing for vaccines, particularly as Gavi’s co-financing support gradually phases out.
The organisation called for a dedicated immunisation budget line, integration of vaccines into the National Health Insurance Scheme, stronger public-private partnerships, and accelerated investment in the Ghana Vaccine Institute to boost local vaccine production.
The group also highlighted the government’s efforts in epidemic preparedness, including containment of Mpox, meningitis, and cholera outbreaks, but warned that without dedicated funding, Ghana remains vulnerable to future public health threats.
HFFG reaffirmed its commitment to working with the government and other stakeholders to ensure equitable health financing and uninterrupted access to essential health services for all Ghanaians.
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