The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced plans to extend its operating hours at Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds and polyclinics to 24 hours.
Director-General of the GHS, Dr. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, who disclosed this, explained that the move is in line with the government’s 24-hour economic policy.
Addressing a press conference on Monday, July 14, 2025, he indicated that this would ensure round-the-clock access to healthcare services nationwide.
He assured that the necessary security measures will be put in place to support the expanded operations at health facilities.
He also described the move as strategic and timely.
“The reason is to align with the 24-Hour Economy Model. The other reason is to take advantage of this opportunity to improve our services. Currently, many CHPS facilities do not run 24-hour operations, and at night, people often struggle to access care,” he said.
Meanwhile, the government has planned to construct new CHPS compounds in all the districts across the country.
According to the government, the plan is to construct approximately 600 new CHPS compounds across all districts by the end of 2025.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
