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Health CSOs to protest over locked drugs at port

R 1 750x375.jpeg The global fund has warned of cutting ties with Ghana if the impasse persists

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 Source: Citi News

Health-focused Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) are planning a protest to demand the release of essential global fund medications for malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV, detained at Ghana's ports since May 2023.

The government's lack of substantial explanations for the continued detention raises concerns about potential shortages in medical facilities.

The global fund has warned of cutting ties with Ghana if the impasse persists.

Kojo Afreh, Executive Secretary of the 'Stop TB partnership,' expressed frustration, questioning why a demonstration is necessary for the government to act on clearing the commodities from the port. He emphasized the critical need for action.

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Source: Citi News