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Deputy Minister of Health, Prof. Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has emphasized the need for stronger leadership in nursing and midwifery on behalf of Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh. She made this call at the opening of the 6th Annual Nursing and Midwifery Leaders and Managers Conference (NMLMC 2025) in Tamale.
The conference brought together key stakeholders to discuss ways of strengthening healthcare delivery, leadership, and professional education. Participants explored strategies to enhance healthcare quality, promote accountability in leadership, and advance the implementation of Ghana’s Nursing and Midwifery Strategic Plan (2024-2028). The plan seeks to develop a highly skilled workforce capable of delivering safe and quality care across the country, aligning with the WHO Global Strategic Directions.
A key focus of the conference was empowering nursing and midwifery managers to drive excellence in service delivery. Additionally, the conference examined incentive packages to attract and retain health professionals in underserved communities. Participants also explored opportunities for dedicated research funding to support innovations in nursing and midwifery practice.
The event provided a valuable platform for networking and knowledge sharing among professionals, policymakers, and healthcare experts. By fostering collaboration, the conference aimed to shape the future of nursing and midwifery in Ghana and contribute to the country’s healthcare development. With these discussions, the conference sought to drive meaningful change and improvement in healthcare delivery across Ghana.
