President of the Republic of Ghana John Dramani Mahama statement on meeting with Bill Gates during Gavi Vaccine Alliance Pledging Session in Brussels to discuss the intervention in the country’s health sector

“I had productive discussions with Bill Gates this afternoon in Brussels, ahead of the #Gavi Vaccine Alliance pledging session. Our discussion focused on Ghana’s vital interventions in the health sector.

“We covered key topics, including the significant progress on the Free Primary Healthcare programme, the ongoing work of the National Vaccine Institute, and the impact of uncapping the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIS) to improve healthcare access and financing.

“I also thanked Mr. Gates and the Gates Foundation for their extensive philanthropic work in Ghana and their crucial contribution to the Gavi Vaccine Alliance.

“I also met with the Gavi Board Chair, José Manuel Barroso, who expressed gratitude for my consistent support for Gavi’s vital vaccine replenishment efforts. Supporting an organisation that is doing such crucial work for global health is always a pleasure.

“These meetings underscore the importance of international collaboration and sustained investment in health systems to build a healthier future for all.

“Looking forward to the pledging session and advocating for continued support for Gavi’s life-saving work.”