As part of initiatives to enhance healthcare service delivery in the area, Ghana and Japan have agreed to a US$20 million grant to benefit particular hospitals in the Northern Region.
The agreement was formally signed at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra on Monday, February 23, 2026, with Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa representing Ghana and Ambassador Hiroshi Yoshimoto representing Japan, according to the Minsters Facebook page.
It is expected that the grant will enhance access to healthcare in some areas of northern Ghana, where there are still gaps in infrastructure and service delivery.
According to Mr. Ablakwa, the Mahama administration continues to place a high priority on ensuring access to high-quality, inexpensive healthcare. He pointed out that the assistance from Japan is consistent with the government’s overall strategy for the health industry.
The agreement, he claimed, demonstrates the enduring ties between Ghana and Japan as well as their ongoing collaboration in sectors that impact people’s lives.
Through bilateral agreements, Japan has helped Ghana over the years in areas like health, education, and infrastructure.
The most recent agreement strengthens relations between Accra and Tokyo, and both parties have expressed their desire to strengthen them.
The concerned authorities are expected to release information regarding the beneficiary hospitals and the timeline for implementation.
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