Mahama Calls for Global Partnerships to Boost Africa's Healthcare
President John Mahama has called on African leaders worldwide to forge stronger partnerships and strategic collaborations to enhance healthcare delivery across the continent.
The former President made the appeal at the WHX Leaders Africa event held in Accra on December 9, 2025. Addressing a diverse audience of policymakers, innovators, and health experts, President Mahama highlighted the crucial role of innovation and collaboration in building a more robust and equitable healthcare system for Africa.
“And to our young African innovators, AI developers, tech creators and digital health entrepreneurs, the future of African healthcare will be shaped by your imagination and your ingenuity,” he stated.
He further emphasized, “We’re building this new health order with you and for you. A healthier Africa will be a more prosperous Africa. A more resilient Africa will strengthen global security, not hurt it. A more innovative Africa will enrich the global health ecosystem.”
President Mahama asserted that Africa possesses the vision, talent, and determination necessary to transform its health sector, but stressed the importance of cultivating partnerships that acknowledge the continent’s growing significance in global development. “Africa is not in contest with anyone,” he added.
The former President also voiced concerns regarding the capacity of major health facilities in Accra and Kumasi, pointing out that many lack the necessary equipment for diagnosing and treating non-communicable diseases like cancers, diabetes, and heart conditions.
Acknowledging the contributions of the private sector in improving access to modern diagnostic and treatment options, President Mahama announced that the government would allocate additional resources through the Mahama Cares policy framework.
As part of this initiative, the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, traditionally focused on supporting public health institutions, will be expanded to include private hospitals, providing them with essential medical technologies. According to President Mahama, strengthening public-private collaboration is vital for creating a healthcare system capable of addressing both current and future health challenges in Africa.
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