Ghana: Health Ministry Denies Shortage of HIV Medicines in Ghana
[Ghanaian Times] The Ministry of Health has rejected claims that Ghana is facing a shortage of antiretroviral medicines (ARVs) used in the treatment of HIV.
The Ghana Health Ministry has firmly denied allegations of an antiretroviral (ARV) medication shortage in the country, responding to concerns raised by the Network of Persons Living with HIV in Ghana (NAP+ Ghana). In a statement published on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, the Ministry of Health emphasized that ARVs remain widely available at all designated health facilities throughout Ghana.
The ministry dismissed reports suggesting unavailability or expired ARVs, stating that they were actively engaged in restocking medical commodities as part of their regular procurement and supply program. They assured the public that patients could continue to receive treatment and care at approved health facilities without interruption.
The ministry highlighted that they were in advanced stages of completing the restocking process to ensure the uninterrupted distribution of ARVs and other essential health commodities across Ghana.
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