Also known as: NHIA
National Health Insurance Authority — Ghana's health insurance regulator managing the NHIS scheme, Free Primary Healthcare programme, and claims processing nationwide.
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Joy Online
… He also said that, as part of new pension packages, the SSNIT, in collaboration with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and The Trust Hospital, had developed Telehealth Services to provide healthcare services for pensioners through digital platforms. …
SSNIT urges pensioners to use digital channels to access servicesJoy Online
… The call for structural reform was highlighted during the Mid-Year 2026 Performance Review Meeting of the Asutifi District National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), held on Thursday, September 10, in Hwediem. …
Asutifi South Assembly forms taskforce to stamp out illegal NHIS feesJoy Online
… The current Bono Regional Secretary, Dennis Yeboah Twumasi, also known as Ayan Daud Twumasi, is reportedly not expected to seek re-election as he continues to serve as Deputy Chief Executive of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA). …
Private legal practitioner Ohene-Essel declares bid for Bono NDC Regional Secretary positionJoy Online
… As part of the engagements, the Ministry has also partnered with the National Health Insurance Authority to facilitate free registration and renewal for eligible vulnerable and indigent persons. …
MoGCSP takes social protection dialogue to TeshieThe Ghanaian Times
… As part of her stakeholder engagements, she also visited the North East Regional Minister and the Regional Director of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) to introduce herself and discuss issues affecting healthcare delivery in the region. …
Post more health workers to North East — NayiriThe Ghanaian Times
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Lawyer Anatu Anne Seidu Bogobiri, has defended the Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, over his recent call for Ghanaians to support efforts aimed at building and developing the country. …
Attempt to twist CJ’s call for nation building hypocritical — NHIA DCEOJoy Online
The Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF), Adjoa Obuobia Darko-Opoku, has commended National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) Director-General, Dr Victor Asare Bampoe, for his contribution to the establishment and growth of the Fund. …
GMTF Administrator hails NHIA boss on first anniversaryJoy Online
… By Anatu Anne Seidu Bogobiri Esq., DCEO National Health Insurance Authority
There is absolutely nothing wrong with what the Chief Justice saidJoy Online
… From Kanyininguase to Wa is the only place that is not good for us now.” Nurudin Saani of the NHIA agreed. …
‘The Big Push is pushing’ – Upper West MPs hail contractors delivering in the regionJoy Online
… The Act 2003 (Act 650) was replaced by Act 2012 (Act 852), which established the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), mandated to consolidate the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) gains, remove administrative bottlenecks, enhance accountability and transparency, redu …
National Health Insurance Levy Uncapped: The Game ChangerThe SSNIT Deputy Director-General has urged pensioners to use the Trust's digital channels and co-location branches to access services, stating that these reforms aim to modernise operations and strengthen the scheme's sustainability. The Trust engaged pensioners in the Western Region to educate them on new policies and improve pension literacy.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The SSNIT Deputy Director-General has urged pensioners to use the Trust's digital channels and co-location branches to access services, stating that these reforms aim to modernise operations and strengthen the scheme's sustainability. The Trust engaged pensioners in the Western Region to educate them on new policies and improve pension literacy.
17 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Asutifi South District Assembly has announced plans to form a dedicated taskforce to combat unauthorized out-of-pocket charges within the National Health Insurance Scheme. The taskforce will monitor health facilities and receive reports from patients, with stakeholders across Ahafo Region warning healthcare providers against illegal charges or risk apprehension and prosecution.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A private legal practitioner has declared his intention to contest the position of Bono Regional Secretary for the NDC, pledging to strengthen grassroots structures and help the party retain its 11 parliamentary seats in the region while recapturing Jaman South Constituency ahead of the 2028 general elections.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection held a Community Dialogue Series on Social Protection in Teshie, Ledzokuku Municipality, allowing residents to discuss challenges and access information on government interventions. The Minister noted that social protection is a shared national responsibility requiring active community participation, and pointed to the Social Protection Act 2025 and Social Protection Regulation 2026 as steps toward strengthening coordination and delivery of services.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Overlord of Mamprugu Traditional Area has appealed to the government to increase health professionals posted to the North East Region, citing persistent staff shortages undermining healthcare delivery and calling for measures to attract and retain workers.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority has defended Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie's call for Ghanaians to support national development efforts, characterizing attempts to frame his remarks as partisan as "mischievous, hypocritical and unpatriotic." She stated the Chief Justice was encouraging support for a development agenda, not campaigning for any political party ahead of the 2028 general election.
7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghana Medical Trust Fund Administrator commended the National Health Insurance Authority Director-General for supporting the Fund's establishment, noting that seconded NHIA staff provided critical expertise and guidance during its formative stages.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A Joy Online opinion piece argues that Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie's statement that "President Mahama's agenda is one that will benefit Ghana" and calls to ensure his success are patriotic, not partisan—asserting that the President's success is Ghana's success and that judges have constitutional rights to express views on national matters.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Upper West Parliamentary Caucus inspected roads under President Mahama's Big Push infrastructure agenda, praising contractors delivering on time and pressuring those behind schedule. The projects, awarded to five contractors, are expected to be completed by 2028.
22 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's National Health Insurance Scheme, established under Act 852 in 2012, mandates membership for all residents and covers approximately 95 per cent of disease conditions recorded in Ghana, with vulnerable groups including children under 18 and pregnant women exempted from registration and premium fees.
19 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced a five-year strategic plan to strengthen pharmaceutical manufacturing and reduce Ghana's reliance on imported medicines, with the goal of achieving self-sufficiency in essential drug production and positioning Ghana as a regional supply hub. The plan aims to address Ghana's current dependence on imports for approximately 70 percent of medicines used in the country.
17 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has released GH¢443 million to retool selected facilities for the Free Primary Health Care programme, with GH¢36 million distributed to 107 district health facilities nationwide. The Upper East Region received GH¢4.2 million for 14 district health facilities, with funds paid directly to facilities to improve efficiency.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has released GH¢35,099,215.84 as first-quarter payment to 107 districts implementing the Free Primary Healthcare programme, launched in April, which allocates resources based on population size to provide preventive care at community level alongside the existing NHIS.
14 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Health Insurance Authority has released 13 staff members to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund after completing a one-year secondment to support the Fund's establishment and operations. The NHIA CEO acknowledged their contributions to building the institution and expressed commitment to ongoing collaboration with the Fund.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has released GH¢35.1 million to 107 districts implementing the Free Primary Healthcare programme, launched in April 2026 to provide predictable resources for preventive and community-level healthcare services including health screenings, maternal and child healthcare, and immunisations.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has begun phased implementation of revised service tariffs starting with a 50 per cent increase in August 2026, with full rollout by October. The move aims to improve provider reimbursement and healthcare delivery; the NHIA is also introducing the One-Time Attendance Code, a digital system to verify patient attendance and reduce claims fraud, currently being piloted in Ahafo and Western North Regions.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has launched the '80 Campaign' to increase active NHIS membership from 70 per cent to 80 per cent by the end of 2026, supporting Ghana's Universal Health Coverage agenda through community mobilisation, public education and targeted outreach. The Authority has also increased service tariffs to healthcare providers by 50 per cent and reaffirmed that there is no co-payment policy under the Scheme.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The University of Health and Allied Sciences plans to establish an AI Centre of Excellence focused on research, innovation and capacity building in healthcare. The centre will conduct research on clinical trials, drug development, sustainable health financing and health leadership, and will train health professionals and students from tertiary institutions.
6 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
The National Health Insurance Authority has disbursed GH¢219.84 million to credentialed healthcare providers, comprising outstanding claims from previous years and vetted claims for services provided up to May 2026. The disbursement brings total claims paid this year to nearly GH¢1.2 billion, with private healthcare providers receiving 44.69 per cent, public facilities 36.78 per cent, and mission and faith-based facilities 18.53 per cent of the allocation.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority has launched a recurring monthly wellness and clean-up initiative across its offices, featuring physical workouts, health screenings, and clean-up activities. The CEO designated the last Friday of each month for the programme, which aims to promote healthy lifestyles and workplace culture.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Health Insurance Authority paid GHS219.8 million to credentialed healthcare providers on July 1, 2026, covering a backlog of claims from previous years and vetted claims through May 2026. The payment, which brings 2026 total claims disbursed to nearly GHS1.2 billion, was distributed across private facilities (GHS98.24 million), public facilities (GHS80.86 million), and mission and faith-based facilities (GHS40.70 million).
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority has called for stronger collaboration between public relations professionals and the health sector, saying effective communication is essential for improving public health outcomes, combating misinformation, and achieving Universal Health Coverage.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority has urged stronger collaboration between public relations professionals and the health sector to improve public health outcomes and combat misinformation. He said effective communication is essential in healthcare delivery for influencing public behaviour, promoting preventive care, and building confidence in health systems.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Global Media Alliance and the University of Media, Arts and Communication held a World Public Relations Day Festival event in Accra bringing together industry practitioners, executives, policymakers and students to explore strategic communication skills. The Minister for Sports and Recreation and the CEO of the National Health Insurance Authority highlighted the importance of listening, integrity, and trust-building in communication.
23 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's National Health Insurance Authority chief joined the country's delegation at a two-day African Union summit in Accra to discuss improving healthcare across the continent, focusing on ending AIDS by 2030, reducing preventable maternal deaths, and strengthening health systems.
22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Controller and Accountant General's Department has dismissed claims that the government has spent nearly GH¢11 billion on the Accra Kumasi Expressway project, stating the funds were approved and transferred to a dedicated Bank of Ghana account but have not been paid to contractors or used for construction works.
16 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Controller and Accountant-General's Department has refuted claims that the government has spent almost GH¢11 billion on the proposed Accra-Kumasi Expressway, stating the funds remain in a dedicated Bank of Ghana account and have not been disbursed to any contractor. The Department said the claim stems from a misinterpretation of government accounting procedures, as the approved funds were transferred from the Consolidated Fund but remain pending project execution.
16 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Controller and Accountant-General's Department dismissed claims that GH¢11 billion has been spent on the Accra-Kumasi Expressway project, clarifying that while funds were transferred to the project's Special Purpose Vehicle, the money remains in a Bank of Ghana account and has not been paid to contractors or used for construction.
16 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Medical and Dental Council is implementing a real-time practitioner verification system using QR codes and mandatory identification tags to enable patients and health facilities to instantly verify whether healthcare professionals are duly licensed, part of efforts to eliminate quack practitioners and clarify professional titles.
15 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Daffiama-Bussie-Issa District Assembly has handed over a renovated medical doctor's bungalow, procured 10 modern delivery beds for health facilities, and commissioned 19 new water projects across the district to improve healthcare and water access in the Upper West Region.
8 July 2026 · Joy Online →