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Ghana to use kiosks for remote health care

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April 17, 2026

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Ghana's Deputy Minister for Health, Grace Ayensu-Danquah, has announced plans to deploy health kiosks nationwide as part of the government's Free Primary Healthcare Programme, according to a report on the news site MyjoyOnline. The kiosks are intended to expand access to basic medical services and complement existing Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds, particularly in areas where distance, cost and administrative barriers limit care.

The kiosks will be placed in high-traffic public locations such as markets and transportation hubs and staffed by trained nurses. They will offer preventive and primary care services, including blood pressure checks, malaria testing and treatment for minor ailments. The goal is to provide immediate, walk-in care so individuals can receive treatment without needing to travel to a clinic or hospital.

All services provided through the kiosks will be free, aligning with Ghana's broader effort to improve healthcare access and reduce reliance on insurance requirements. The initiative is designed to reach an estimated 40% of the population that does not regularly seek medical care, with officials emphasizing that improved access to basic healthcare is key to better public health outcomes and overall national development.