Kwabena Mintah Akandoh and Dr. Wilfred Ochan
Dr. Wilfred Ochan, Country Representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), paid a courtesy call on the Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, on March 25, 2025, to discuss key issues related to family planning and its benefits.
With over 20 years of experience in international development, Dr. Ochan emphasized the crucial role of family planning in achieving better health outcomes and improving the overall well-being of individuals and communities.
Minister Akandoh welcomed Dr. Ochan’s remarks and called for a stronger partnership between the Ministry of Health and UNFPA to ensure that government programs align with UN support.
He stressed the need for better coordination, stating, “We must prioritize government programs and ensure that both parties are aligned to achieve maximum impact.”
This courtesy call highlights the importance of collaboration between government agencies and international organizations like UNFPA in advancing health and development initiatives.
As the UN’s sexual and reproductive health agency, UNFPA plays a critical role in promoting family planning and expanding access to reproductive health services.
The meeting reaffirmed the commitment of both parties to addressing pressing health issues in Ghana.
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