In a heartfelt address during the Government Accountability Series at the Presidency on Monday, May 11, the Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, Adwoa Obuobia Darko-Opoku, lauded President John Dramani Mahama and government appointees for their remarkable show of solidarity with the MahamaCares Initiative.
The gesture, involving voluntary salary contributions, was described as a testament to the government’s dedication to improving access to specialised healthcare in Ghana.
Mrs. Darko-Opoku revealed that President Mahama had set the tone for national giving by donating six months of his salary to the Fund, inspiring others to follow suit.
“At this juncture, I wish to express our profound gratitude to His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, who led by example by donating six months of his salary to the Fund,” she remarked. She also thanked the government appointees who joined the cause by contributing portions of their salaries, which strengthened the initiative.
The Administrator also acknowledged the vital support from Corporate Ghana, philanthropic organizations, and individuals whose financial contributions have bolstered the Trust Fund’s resources. She explained that a combination of sources sustains the Ghana Medical Trust Fund: 20 percent of the National Health Insurance Levy, government allocations, grants, voluntary contributions, investments, and donations.
Established to provide financial relief and specialised care for Ghanaians living with chronic non-communicable diseases, the Fund stands as a beacon of hope, powered by the generosity and commitment of leaders and citizens alike.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com