Mahama visits Global Mercy Ship at Tema port, hails its humanitarian impact

President John Dramani Mahama visited the Global Mercy hospital ship docked at Tema Port, describing it as a "floating vessel of true mercy and humanism." The President expressed deep appreciation for the care provided to Ghanaians, including children with orthopedic conditions, who had awaited treatment for years. Mercy Ships has made five missions to Ghana since 1991, and the ship's impact includes providing direct patient care and training local health workers alongside its international medical team.

The President noted the ship's stability, surprising him as someone with no sailing experience. Mahama thanked the medical crew, volunteers, donors, local partners, and Mercy Ships' supporters, assuring them that it won't be their last mission to Ghana. He emphasized that while his administration appreciates humanitarian support, it is committed to expanding access to quality healthcare for all Ghanaians through free primary health care, strengthening the NHIS, investing in hospitals and health workers, and easing the burden of serious non-communicable diseases. "To the crew of the Global Mercy, Ghana says thank you," Mahama concluded.