Africa spends over US$14bn annually on imported medicines; Ghana must boost local production – Health Minister

The 27th PMAG anniversary brought together government officials, pharmaceutical manufacturers and other industry stakeholders to discuss strategies for strengthening local pharmaceutical production and positioning Ghana as a competitive manufacturing hub within the sub-region.

Speaking at the 27th anniversary celebration of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Association of Ghana (PMAG) in Accra, Mr Akandoh said the continent's heavy reliance on imported medicines continues to undermine local production, limit competitiveness and affect access to affordable healthcare.

Also addressing the event, Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy, Goosie Tanoh, said the government's flagship 24-Hour Economy policy would place greater emphasis on supporting the manufacturing sector, including pharmaceutical companies, to increase local production and build a more resilient industry.