GHS Director-General assesses emergency preparedness in Savannah Region
October 27, 2026 · by CEO Rafamall
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) Director-General, Dr. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, visited the Savannah Region to assess its preparedness for disease outbreaks and public health emergencies. He met with the Regional Health Directorate in Damongo and toured the Regional Public Health Emergency Operations Centre. This visit underscores GHS's commitment to strengthening regional health leadership and building a resilient health system.
The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, has assessed the preparedness of the Savannah Region to respond to disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies during a visit to the Regional Health Directorate in Damongo.
The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, has assessed the preparedness of the Savannah Region to respond to disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies during a visit to the Regional Health Directorate in Damongo.
The visit on Thursday formed part of his journey to the Upper West Region to monitor the post-yellow fever reactive vaccination exercise.
During the stopover, Dr Akoriyea met the Regional Director of Health Services and members of the management team to discuss key issues affecting healthcare delivery and the need for stronger collaboration to improve health outcomes.
He also toured the Regional Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC) to assess its readiness and capacity to coordinate responses to potential disease outbreaks and other public health threats.
The visit underscored the GHS's commitment to strengthening regional health leadership and building a resilient health system capable of responding promptly and effectively to emergencies.
Frequently asked questions
Who visited the Savannah Region for the assessment?
Dr. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, the Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), visited the Savannah Region.
What was the main purpose of the Director-General's visit?
The main purpose was to assess the Savannah Region's preparedness to respond to disease outbreaks and other public health emergencies.
Which specific locations did Dr. Akoriyea visit in the Savannah Region?
He visited the Regional Health Directorate in Damongo and toured the Regional Public Health Emergency Operations Centre (PHEOC).
What is the GHS's broader goal behind such regional assessments?
The GHS aims to strengthen regional health leadership and build a resilient health system capable of responding promptly and effectively to emergencies.
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