The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has underscored government’s resolve to make Ghana a leading hub for drug manufacturing on the African continent.
Speaking during a strategic engagement with pharmaceutical producers in Accra on Monday, August 25, 2025, Mr. Akandoh noted the government is committed to supporting pharmaceutical companies with enabling policies, infrastructure, and incentives to scale up operations.
“Ghana is ready to lead Africa in pharmaceutical production. We have the expertise, the capacity and the political will to make this vision a reality,” the minister noted.
The meeting brought together major industry players to deliberate on ways to boost local production capacity, improve quality standards, and ensure wider access to essential medicines.
He emphasized that building a vibrant pharmaceutical sector was vital not only for Ghana’s health security but also for economic growth, job creation, and regional competitiveness.
The initiative aligns with Ghana’s broader industrialization agenda, which seeks to reduce dependence on imported drugs and position the country as a centre of innovation in healthcare delivery.
Industry stakeholders welcomed the move, describing the engagement as timely in view of rising demand for affordable, high-quality medicines across Africa. They expressed optimism that, with sustained government backing, Ghana could achieve self-sufficiency in drug manufacturing and expand its footprint across regional markets.
Discussions also focused on strengthening regulatory frameworks, ensuring adherence to international standards, and promoting research and development to drive the sector’s growth.
