Election 2024: Mahama Promises Free Healthcare From Polyclinic Downwards
- John Mahama promised free healthcare at medical facilities, from the polyclinic level downwards, if elected in 2024
- The NDC's presidential candidate said this policy is part of the NDC's manifesto to offer Ghanaians quality and affordable healthcare
- He added that the National Health Insurance Scheme will cover costs for healthcare services at district hospitals and above
The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) said Ghanaians will receive free healthcare when they attend medical facilities from the district hospital level and below.
This was stated within the NDC 2024 manifesto, which was launched in Winneba on Saturday, August 24, 2024.
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The manifesto stated that if John Mahama is elected president in the 2024 election, his administration would:
"Implement Free Primary Healthcare services from the CHPS compound level to the district level in the medium term."
John Mahama explained the policy. He indicated that when he's elected, his government would ensure that any Ghanaian who visits a facility from the polyclinic level downwards will not pay for the services rendered.
He also stated that the National Health Insurance will cover the cost of healthcare provided to persons who visit the level of district hospitals and above.
John Mahama said his administration would ensure the National Health Insurance Scheme is well funded so it can operate effectively.
Mahama to scrap taxes in first 100 days
In another publication, YEN.com.gh reported that the former president pledged to remove draconian taxes to alleviate Ghanaians' hardships.
John Mahama said some of the taxes he would eliminate include the E-Levy, COVID levy, and 10% bet winnings levy. He said he would do these things within his first 100 days if elected.
John Mahama also plans to rationalise port fees and adjust VAT policies for small businesses and domestic electricity consumption.
John Mahama branded sneaker for sale
In a separate story, YEN.com.gh reported that a lady was captured selling branded Mahama sneakers at the party's official 2024 manifesto launch held in Winneba.
The woman said each pair was worth GH¢200, leaving passersby in awe. Social media users who saw the video were also amazed by the sneaker's design.
Proofread by Edwina N.K Quarcoo, journalist and copy editor at YEN.com.gh.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
