The Government of Egypt has donated 9,500 doses of hepatitis C vaccines, valued at nearly $80,000, to Ghana, reinforcing growing cooperation between the two countries in the health sector.
The donation was presented by Egypt’s Ambassador to Ghana, Wael Fathy Ahmed, who said the gesture reflects a shared commitment among African nations to support each other in addressing public health challenges.
He noted that lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic—where Africa lagged in vaccine access—highlight the urgency for stronger continental collaboration and self-reliance in healthcare delivery.
Mr Ahmed added that beyond donations, there is significant potential for Ghana and Egypt to collaborate in areas such as pharmaceutical production and vaccine manufacturing.
Receiving the consignment, Deputy Minister for Health, Prof. Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, expressed appreciation for the support, describing it as timely amid declining external aid.
She said the gesture demonstrates the value of intra-African partnerships in building resilient health systems and improving access to essential medicines.
Prof. Ayensu-Danquah further indicated that Ghana is looking to expand cooperation with Egypt across key areas of the health sector, noting that such partnerships are critical to strengthening healthcare delivery on the continent.
The vaccines were subsequently handed over to the Ghana Health Service for distribution nationwide.
The intervention adds to ongoing efforts by both countries to deepen bilateral relations while advancing a more coordinated and self-sustaining approach to healthcare in Africa.
