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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced plans to implement 24-hour operations at Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds and polyclinics nationwide as part of government efforts to align the health sector with the 24-hour economic policy.
Director-General of the GHS, Dr. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, made the announcement at a press briefing in Accra on Monday, July 14, 2025. He emphasized that the initiative is aimed at improving access to healthcare at all hours, particularly in communities where night-time care remains a challenge.
“The reason is to align with the 24-hour economy model. The other reason is to take advantage of this opportunity to improve our services. Currently, many CHPS facilities do not run 24-hour operations, and at night, people often struggle to access care,” Dr. Akoriyea stated.
He further assured that adequate security measures will be put in place to support the extended hours and ensure the safety of staff and patients alike.
The announcement follows government plans unveiled last month to significantly expand healthcare infrastructure, including the construction of 600 new CHPS compounds by the end of 2025. Each district is expected to build at least two new compounds this year.
Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, reiterated the administration’s commitment to improving primary healthcare services, saying, “If we sustain this momentum, we could exceed 2,000 CHPS compounds over the next four years.”
The dual move expanding physical infrastructure and extending operational hours is expected to improve healthcare delivery in underserved areas and contribute to the broader national objective of building a robust and inclusive 24-hour economy.
