We will prioritize healthcare and uncap NHIS Levy in our next Budget - Mahama

Accra, Ghana- 13 Jan, 2025 - Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to remove the cap on the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) levy in the upcoming budget.

This move aims to increase healthcare access for all Ghanaians, regardless of their financial or geographic situation.

Speaking at the National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service, President Mahama reaffirmed his government's commitment to prioritizing healthcare. He emphasized that every Ghanaian deserves access to quality medical care, and his administration will work to make that a reality.

To achieve this goal, the government plans to compile an inventory of all uncompleted health facilities and develop a plan to complete and operationalize them.

Additionally, removing the cap on the NHIS levy will provide the National Health Insurance Authority with sufficient funds to reimburse healthcare providers for their services.

President Mahama also highlighted education as a key focus area for his administration. Plans are underway to improve infrastructure, equip teachers with essential resources, and expand access to technology for students. 

“We will prioritize healthcare and ensure that every Ghanaian, no matter their location or economic status, has access to quality medical care,” he stated. “In this regard, we will compile an inventory of all uncompleted health facilities and prepare a plan and programme to complete and operationalize these,'' he stated.

He further explained that uncapping the NHIS levy is a crucial step toward equipping the National Health Insurance Authority with sufficient funds to reimburse healthcare providers for the services they render.

“This is important so that the National Health Insurance Authority can have sufficient funds to reimburse health service providers for the care that they provide to the public,” he added.

Source: Lead news Online