GoldBod Donates GH¢2m to MahamaCares to Address Equipment Shortages in Hospitals
- Ghana Gold Board donated GH¢2 million to MahamaCares Fund to strengthen healthcare delivery and combat chronic diseases
- Deputy CEO Richard Nunekpeku reaffirmed GoldBod’s confidence in President Mahama’s vision and urged wider institutional support
- MahamaCares Administrator highlighted urgent equipment shortages and pledged commitment to bridge healthcare gaps
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has presented GH¢2 million to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, popularly known as MahamaCares.
Source: UGC
YEN.com.gh understands that GoldBod made the donation to boost healthcare delivery and help tackle the growing threat of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in the country.
At the donation ceremony, Mr Richard Nunekpeku, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, reaffirmed the organisation’s confidence in the vision of President John Dramani Mahama and in the leadership of the Fund.
He said:
“We are convinced of the foresight behind MahamaCares and the capacity of its administrators to deliver on its mission and to use the resources effectively in furtherance of this noble vision, the reason why we are making this donation."
He urged other government agencies and corporate bodies to lend their support, stressing the urgent need for joint efforts in addressing chronic disease care in Ghana.
Obuobia Darko-Opoku, Administrator of MahamaCares, received the cheque on behalf of the Fund.
She highlighted the pressing healthcare challenges exposed by a recent needs assessment, which disclosed major shortages of vital medical equipment in leading health facilities across Accra.
She also assured stakeholders that the Fund remains committed to bridging these gaps.
She said:
“Our focus is to equip health institutions with the tools needed to provide quality care for patients battling non-communicable diseases.”
The GMTF aims to provide financial support to persons suffering from chronic diseases such as kidney failure, cancer, and heart conditions.
The GoldBod’s contribution, officials say, goes beyond financial support. It represents a demonstration of shared responsibility and national solidarity in strengthening Ghana’s health system and improving outcomes for citizens.
President Mahama donates salary to MahamaCare
In a similar report, President John Mahama had allegedly donated his six months' salary as seed capital for the funding of MahamaCares. This claim was made by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister of Government Communications and Spokesperson to the President of Ghana.
Taking to X, he tweeted:
"President Mahama donates six months of his salary to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (Mahama Cares). Programme currently being launched at UGMC."
Source: Twitter
According to a January 2025 report sighted on Ghanaweb, the President of Ghana is paid GH¢934,800 per month, excluding other benefits and allowances such as housing, transport, health insurance, and security.
If the above-quoted figure is accurate, it means President Mahama would donate GH¢5,608,800 (GH¢934,800 multiplied by six months) to the GMTF.
Korle Bu Teaching Hospital laments health crisis
YEN.com.gh had earlier reported that Dr Harry Akoto, the Deputy Medical Director of Korle Bu hospital stated that the hospital lost over 300 skilled health workers abroad between January and June 2025.
He disclosed that inadequate pay motivated many to leave, seeking significantly better earnings in foreign countries.
Dr Akoto also added that poor working conditions also contributed to the exodus, urging the government to take initiative.
Source: YEN.com.gh
