The Wa Naa, His Majesty Fuseini Seidu Pelpuo IV, has described the Ghana Medical Trust Fund as a landmark intervention in Ghana’s healthcare system, saying it offers renewed hope to families struggling to meet the cost of specialised medical treatment.
He made the remarks during a courtesy call by the Fund’s Administrator, Adjoa Obuobia Darko-Opoku, and her delegation as part of their stakeholder engagement activities in the Upper West Region.
The Wa Naa welcomed the Fund’s efforts to take information about its interventions closer to communities, particularly those outside major urban centres.
He pledged the support of traditional authorities in raising public awareness and helping residents understand how to access the Fund’s assistance.
For her part, the Administrator reaffirmed the Fund’s commitment to reducing the financial burden associated with treating Non-Communicable Diseases, including cancer, kidney disease and cardiovascular conditions.
She underscored the important role of traditional leaders in ensuring that eligible patients are informed about available support, irrespective of their geographical location.
The engagement forms part of the Fund’s broader stakeholder outreach aimed at strengthening public awareness and improving access to financial assistance for specialised medical treatment.
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund continues to promote its message: “Truly, We Care.”
