President John Dramani Mahama is urging Ghana’s Ministry of Health and financial policymakers to reframe their approach to healthcare by treating it as a strategic investment in national development rather than a financial burden.
Speaking at the 2025 Africa Health Sovereignty Summit on Tuesday, August 5, Mahama stressed that health plays a vital role in driving productivity and inclusive economic growth.
“We must stop viewing health as a drain on the economy. It is, in fact, a powerful engine for job creation, reducing inequalities, and preserving the dignity of every citizen,” he stated.
“Health is wealth. Let’s reframe the economies of wellbeing.”
He further challenged economists to reconsider the way national accounts are calculated, advocating for the recognition of healthcare as a productivity multiplier rather than merely a cost of consumption.
According to him, this mindset shift is essential to unlocking sustainable financing and driving innovation across Africa’s health systems.
The summit brought together health experts, policymakers, and development partners to discuss strategies for advancing Africa’s health sovereignty and ensuring health investments lead to meaningful socio-economic transformation.
Source: AdomOnline
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