The Ghana Medical Trust, or Mahama Cares initiative, has been duly launched by the government of Ghana.
Introduced by His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, the initiative will provide financial support for people with chronic illnesses such as cancer, kidney failure, and heart conditions.
Dr. Koku Awoonor, the Director of the Ministry of Health, would serve as a relief for patients and their families.
“Non-communicable diseases put a heavy strain on families both psychologically and financially. Today’s event signals a new approach to making treatment more accessible,” he said at the launch in Accra on March 12, 2025.
The minister for health, Kwabena Minta Akando, noted that though the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) plays a crucial role in the healthcare system, it doesn’t cover certain other illnesses, but Mahama Cares would fill the gaps.
