The management of the Kuntanase Government Hospital in the Bosomtwe District of the Ashanti Region has appealed to the government, development partners, corporate organizations, and philanthropists to support the facility with a dedicated Children’s Ward and additional delivery beds to enhance maternal and child healthcare services.
The appeal was made by Mrs. Gifty Asoandek, the Midwife in Charge of the Maternity Unit, on behalf of the hospital’s management, during a cleanup exercise organized at the facility by Damak Sanitation Health Watch–Ghana in collaboration with the Noble Friends of Dr. Kwaku Oteng (NFODKO), Kuntanase Branch, and the Artisans Association from Asereso-Adegya.
According to Mrs. Asoandek, the absence of a specialized Children’s Ward remains a major challenge for the hospital, as children who require admission are often placed in the female ward, a situation that affects the effective delivery of quality healthcare services.
She explained that establishing a Children’s Ward would provide a more suitable and child-friendly environment for young patients while allowing healthcare professionals to offer specialized attention to their needs.
She further appealed for support to acquire more delivery beds for the maternity unit, noting that the availability of adequate equipment would significantly improve the quality of services provided to pregnant women and mothers who seek care at the facility.
Mrs. Asoandek expressed hope that the concerns raised would receive the necessary attention from stakeholders to help improve healthcare delivery and create a better working environment for health professionals.
The cleanup exercise, which took place on Saturday, June 27, 2026, formed part of Damak Sanitation Health Watch–Ghana’s commitment to promoting environmental cleanliness, public health awareness, and safe healthcare environments within communities.
Speaking during the exercise, the Director of Damak Sanitation Health Watch–Ghana, Mr. Daniel Mbabugri Akugri, urged residents to develop and sustain proper sanitation habits to protect the environment and promote healthy living.
He emphasized that sanitation should not be treated as a responsibility for only institutions or organized groups but as a collective duty requiring the active participation of every individual.
Mr. Akugri expressed concern about the increasing rate of indiscriminate waste disposal, particularly the improper disposal of plastic materials, which he said continues to create environmental challenges, block drainage systems, and contribute to health risks in communities.
He stressed the importance of introducing sanitation education among schoolchildren, explaining that training young people to appreciate cleanliness and responsible waste management would help build a generation that values environmental protection.
According to him, engaging children in sanitation advocacy would not only reduce waste-related challenges but also influence positive behavioural changes among adults and communities.
Also speaking at the event, the Chairman of Noble Friends of Dr. Kwaku Oteng (NFODKO), Kuntanase Branch, Nana Antwi Boasiako, called on traditional leaders and community stakeholders to actively support sanitation initiatives within their respective areas.
He noted that chiefs and community leaders have a significant role to play in protecting the environment and ensuring that future generations inherit clean and healthy communities.
Nana Antwi Boasiako encouraged residents to take ownership of sanitation efforts by practicing proper waste disposal and supporting regular cleanup activities.
The collaborative exercise brought together stakeholders committed to improving environmental sanitation and supporting healthcare development in the Bosomtwe District.
Damak Sanitation Health Watch–Ghana and its partners reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining advocacy programmes aimed at promoting cleanliness, protecting public health, and supporting initiatives that contribute to the overall development of communities. Source: Ghana/otecfmghana.com
