The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has commended the Government of Ghana for fulfilling its 2025 co-financing obligation of $24.5 million for vaccine procurement, describing the move as a significant step toward sustaining child health and immunisation coverage.
According to UNICEF Ghana, this timely payment is a significant step in strengthening the national immunisation programme. It enables the country to secure a steady supply of life-saving vaccines and helps reduce the risk of shortages that could jeopardize children’s health.
“This is a strong demonstration of the Government’s unwavering commitment to child health and the broader goal of achieving universal immunisation coverage,” said UNICEF in a statement. “Timely financing like this sustains the gains made in recent years and ensures every child, no matter where they are, has access to essential vaccines.”
The move comes at a critical time when global vaccine supply chains are still facing disruptions, and many countries are struggling to maintain routine immunisation coverage. Ghana’s proactive step sends a clear signal of prioritizing health, especially for its youngest citizens.
UNICEF’s recognition underscores the importance of sustained political will and strategic financing in safeguarding the health of future generations.
The advance payment represents a dramatic turnaround from a period when children had no vaccines in Ghana, addressing historical challenges that previously left children without adequate vaccine coverage.
UNICEF noted that the full payment of the co-financing obligation enables timely vaccine procurement and reinforces the government’s commitment to child health in the country.
The organization described the payment as evidence of Ghana’s continued dedication to strengthening its national immunization programme and ensuring sustainable access to life-saving vaccines for children across the country.
Source : Salaamat Kuukua Paintsil, Peace FM
