Pru West Education Projects under scrutiny as Bono East Minister demands quality and speed
By: Samuel Ayammah Education infrastructure in the Pru West District is receiving renewed attention, with ongoing renovation works and new classroom blocks expected to help eliminate schools under trees and address furniture needs. The state of education in the district came to light during an inspection of development projects by the Bono East Regional Minister, […]
The Bono Region is grappling with a critical shortage of doctors, with only seven out of approximately 20 posted doctors reporting to their duties, raising concerns about the availability and retention of medical personnel in the area. Deputy Health Minister, Prof. Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, highlighted these issues during a visit to the Bono Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) as part of her working tour of the region.
Accompanied by a delegation led by the CEO of Sunyani Teaching Hospital, Dr Cardinal Newton, the visit aimed to engage key stakeholders and evaluate challenges impacting healthcare delivery in the Bono Region. During discussions, the Deputy Minister, speaking on behalf of the Bono Regional Health Directorate, implored the RCC to extend support through funding mobilization, resource allocation, and other interventions to bolster healthcare delivery and enhance the quality of services for residents.
Inadequate accommodation was identified as a significant obstacle to the deployment and retention of health professionals in the region, prompting the Deputy Minister to seek closer collaboration between health authorities and the RCC to tackle these challenges, particularly those affecting medical personnel availability. Bono Regional Minister, Joseph Addae Akwaboa, expressed the RCC's commitment to supporting the health sector and pledged cooperation with relevant authorities to provide necessary assistance within the RCC's capabilities.
He also thanked Prof. Ayensu-Danquah and her delegation for the visit, wishing them a productive engagement in the Bono Region.
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