The Minister for Education, , has called on Ghanaian universities and research institutions to deepen their investment in traditional medicine research, emphasising its potential to significantly enhance the nation's healthcare delivery.
Speaking at the 10th Anniversary celebration of the Africa Centres of Excellence (ACE) initiative, Iddrisu urged the academic community to consider traditional medicine not just as a cultural heritage but as a viable scientific field that can complement conventional medicine and improve public health outcomes. "I charge you to conduct more research into traditional medicine," he said, noting that harnessing indigenous knowledge and natural remedies could position Ghana as a leader in alternative healthcare innovation across the continent.
The Minister cited Uganda as a model for Ghana to emulate, praising the progress made by Ugandan universities in integrating traditional medicine into formal scientific research.
He encouraged local institutions to draw inspiration from their counterparts and expand collaborations in this area.
