Kumasi: The renovated A4 and A5 wards of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi have officially been handed over to the management of the hospital for in-patient admission and care. The wards, which are part of the ongoing 'Heal Komfo Anokye' project, have undergone significant retooling with the installation of state-of-the-art hospital equipment and facilities.
According to Ghana News Agency, the renovated wards will accommodate 32 patients on each of the five floors. The renovation was financed solely by Mr. Justice Amoh, Chief Executive of the Justmoh Group of Companies, at a cost of $1.2 million. Mr. Fred Effah Yeboah, Director of Administration at KATH, speaking at the ceremony, highlighted that the hospital serves as a monumental investment for the country, covering the middle sector and northern belts. He emphasized the importance of expansion and development to provide quality healthcare to people from 12 out of the 16 regions of the country.
Mr. Yeboah expressed his amazement at the tremendous transformation of the renovated wards, noting that it was the first time these structures had seen renovation in 70 years. He revealed that previous attempts to renovate the wards had never materialized. He further stated that staff and management often felt disheartened when caring for patients in dilapidated environments, and he described the superior nature of the new environment as a factor that would lead to successful outcomes for both workers and patients. He commended the team from Justmoh Construction Limited for their efforts, noting their commitment to completing the spaces quickly.
Dr. Thomas Konney, Head of the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Directorate, remarked on the massive improvements at the facility. He assured that the Directorate was committed to maintaining high standards and quality patient care, taking ownership of the facility.
Mr. Justice Amoh, CEO of Justmoh Group of Companies, urged that the facilities be maintained and the remaining units of the project be completed promptly. He also applauded Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, for initiating the project to foster quality healthcare delivery at the facility, which is the second-largest referral health facility in the country.
