The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has held its 19th Biennial National Delegates Conference, gathering hundreds of delegates and observers from across the country to discuss the future of nursing and midwifery and address key challenges affecting the profession.
Held under the theme “Harnessing the Economic Power of Nursing and Midwifery Care for National Development,” the conference provided a platform for stakeholders to examine critical issues such as delayed postings, rural deployment constraints, and the need for stronger recognition of the profession’s economic and social contributions to Ghana’s development.
GRNMA National President, Perpetual Ofori Ampofo, reaffirmed the Association’s commitment to championing the welfare of nurses and midwives. She raised concerns about the delayed posting of nearly 80 qualified nurses and midwives to the public sector, describing the situation as unacceptable and demoralizing.
She also emphasized the urgent need for government to fully implement agreed allowances—particularly those for health personnel working in rural and underserved communities—stressing that motivation remains essential to sustaining quality healthcare delivery.
Guest of Honour and Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, assured delegates that all newly engaged health workers who had experienced salary delays would receive their payments by the end of the month. He further disclosed that government is considering the negotiated Conditions of Service for inclusion in the 2026 National Budget, signaling efforts to enhance the welfare of health professionals.
The Minister also announced that promotions for nurses and midwives have now been regularized, eliminating the long-standing bottlenecks caused by limited vacancies. He called for continued collaboration between the Ministry, labour institutions, and the GRNMA to address deployment challenges, expand specialist training opportunities, and strengthen overall workforce stability.
The Northern Regional Minister, Ali Adolf, commended nurses and midwives for their unwavering commitment to healthcare delivery, noting that their dedication remains vital to improving health outcomes across the country.
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