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KOICA collaborates with KH Medicals to establish medical diagnosis center.
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) has collaborated with KH Medical Africa, to establish a medical diagnosis center, to improve the delivery of quality healthcare in the country.
The facility which was officially opened yesterday in Accra will provide diagnostic solutions, including molecular diagnostic kits that utilize DNA-based technologies to identify and analyse material, enabling precise and sensitive detection of pathogens, genetic mutation, and other biomarkers.
The Presidential Advisor on Health, Dr Anthony Nsiah-Asare, who was at the opening ceremony, thanked KOICA for their immense continuous contributions towards the improvement of Ghana’s healthcare delivery.
He said about 91 of the construction works on the ‘Agenda 111’ district, specialized, and regional hospitals are ongoing across the country.
He said by the end of the second quarter of next year, the majority of the projects would be completed to augment the government’s effort, in providing accessible and quality healthcare for Ghanaians.
He said the expected projects to be completed next year, include regional hospitals, accommodations for health personnel, as well as modern equipment to ensure the delivery of quality healthcare
Dr Nsiah-Asare said that, since most of the ‘Agenda 111 facilities were targeted at improving healthcare in the rural areas, the government was considering the construction of bungalows for health personnel who would be working in these facilities.
He said plans were also far advanced for the construction and production of a vaccine manufacturing hub, to prepare for any eventualities as witnessed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
He said this follows the recommendations of the African Union (AU) for members to adequately invest in the area of vaccines, in tackling future pandemics, which the government was working tirelessly to ensure the production of vaccines.
“There is a strong collaboration between the Food and Drug Authority (FDA) and developing partners like the European Union, and the GIZ to ensure the successful construction and production of the vaccine hub.
We are following the recommendations of the World Health Organisation (WHO) for the processes leading to the production of these vaccines,” Dr Nsiah-Asare said.
He said the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research, was also part of the team of ensuring Ghana established a vaccine research institute, adding that, a board has been instituted to oversee the works leading to the establishment of the institute.
The KOICA Country Director, Mr Donghyun Lee, said, KOICA firmly believed in the importance of providing an accessible universal healthcare system for Ghanaians.
He was hopeful the facility would significantly contribute to bolstering the healthcare system of the country, to ensure inclusive, affordable, and accessible healthcare.
Mr Lee said the establishment of the KOICA-KH Centre was an innovative diagnostic laboratory, aimed at providing comprehensive clinical diagnostic testing services in areas of DNA-based technologies and immunoassay diagnostic.
BY BERNARD BENGHAN
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Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation –Pres.Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed concern over the misuse of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) for personal financial gain by individuals in leadership positions.
Speaking during a meeting with Chief Executives of specified entities under the State Interest and Governance Authority (SIGA) on Thursday, March 13, the President directly attributed the dire state of SOEs to their leadership, accusing chief executives, management teams, and governing boards of prioritising personal enrichment over organisational efficiency.
He pointed to bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures as factors draining public funds while SOEs continue to rely on government bailouts.
“Many SOEs have been used as mere instruments for personal wealth accumulation by appointees. The chief executives, management, and boards of these enterprises are responsible for this situation. Some SOEs have become perennial loss-makers, draining public funds with bloated budgets, unjustified allowances, and unnecessary expenditures while relying on government bailouts as if entitled to them. Many of these entities are at their lowest point in the entire history of the Fourth Republic,” he said.
President Mahama further noted that many SOEs have been plagued by inefficiencies, corruption, and mismanagement, leading to consistent financial losses. He cited the 2023 State Ownership Report by the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), which highlighted systemic inefficiencies and wasteful expenditures within these entities.
He therefore reaffirmed his commitment to reforming under-performing SOEs and ensuring they serve national interests.
He warned that loss-making SOEs will no longer be tolerated and will either be merged, privatised, or closed.
“I will assess you based on your performance. If you do not align with the pace of the reset agenda, you may be asked to step aside. If that adds to the horror movie, so be it,” he added.
Source: Myjoyonline.com
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Prophet Courage Heavens set to launch ‘Predestination’ book on March 23
Prophet Courage A. Heavens is set to launch the much-awaited book titled ‘Predestination’ on Sunday, March 23, 2025 at 5:00PM.
The launch, which is expected to impact lives, will take place at Crossgates Ministries, Flattop, off N1 Highway, opposite Angel Hauz.
The book is aimed at addressing the way people struggle to understand how free will and destiny align.
It is also aimed at providing clarity on God’s sovereignty and one’s place in His divine plan.
The various chapters of the book address various issues through scriptures and personal stories.
Committed to impacting society, part of the proceeds from the book will go into Courage Heavens Education Legacy (CHEL), an educational foundation transforming lives.
CHEL is dedicated to providing financial support and mentorship to brilliant but needy students, ensuring they have access to quality education and opportunities for a better future.
Prophet Courage Heavens is a prolific writer and previously authored Eli Eli Lama Sabachthani, a powerful book that encourages unwavering faith in times of trials.
In addition, he has written seven more prophetic and life-changing books that are yet to be published.
He is dedicated to raising the next generation for impactful ministry. As the leader of Crossgates Ministries, he nurtures believers in faith and purpose.
