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04/06/2026

Upper East Region Advances Plans for Medical School, Teaching Hospitals— RM Discloses at Matriculation Ceremony of the Bolgatanga Nursing Training College

The Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri Donatus Atanga, has disclosed that steady progress is being made towards...
04/06/2026

The Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri Donatus Atanga, has disclosed that steady progress is being made towards the establishment of a medical school at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and medical education in the region.

Speaking at the matriculation ceremony of the Bolgatanga Nursing Training College on Thursday, June 4, the Minister said plans are also underway to upgrade the War Memorial Hospital and the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital into teaching hospitals.

According to him, the initiatives will create a strong ecosystem for medical education, research, specialist healthcare delivery, and professional training in the region.

“Of particular significance is the steady progress being made towards the establishment of a Medical School at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences. Complementing this effort are plans to upgrade the War Memorial Hospital and the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital into teaching hospitals,” he stated.

Hon. Atanga noted that the interventions form part of a broader national vision to build a resilient healthcare system, create opportunities for young health professionals, and develop the human capital needed to drive Ghana’s socio-economic transformation.

He said the government remains committed to strengthening the country’s health workforce through investments in health education, infrastructure, and workforce development.

The Regional Minister further highlighted ongoing efforts under the government’s healthcare agenda, including the expansion of primary healthcare systems, the establishment of clinics, emergency response centres, maternal and child health facilities, and occupational health units.

Addressing the newly admitted students, he urged them to remain disciplined, focused, and committed to excellence throughout their training.

He described nursing and midwifery as noble professions founded on service, compassion, integrity, and sacrifice, stressing that the quality of Ghana’s healthcare system depends largely on the competence and dedication of its health workforce.

The ceremony marked the formal admission of a new cohort of students into the Bolgatanga Nursing Training College.

The Upper East Region is making steady progress toward establishing a medical school at the University of Technology and...
04/06/2026

The Upper East Region is making steady progress toward establishing a medical school at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri Donatus Atanga, has disclosed.

According to the Minister, plans are also underway to upgrade the War Memorial Hospital and the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital into teaching hospitals to support the training of medical professionals and enhance healthcare delivery in the region.

Hon. Akamugri made the remarks on Thursday during a matriculation ceremony at the Bolgatanga Nursing Training College, where he highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen health and educational infrastructure in the region.

04/06/2026

The Upper East Region is making steady progress toward establishing a medical school at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri Donatus Atanga, has disclosed.

According to the Minister, plans are also underway to upgrade the War Memorial Hospital and the Bolgatanga Regional Hospital into teaching hospitals to support the training of medical professionals and enhance healthcare delivery in the region.

Hon. Akamugri made the remarks on Thursday during a matriculation ceremony at the Bolgatanga Nursing Training College, where he highlighted ongoing efforts to strengthen health and educational infrastructure in the region.

Regional Minister, PEARL Technical Team engage MPs to fine-tune Upper East development frameworkThe Upper East Regional ...
02/06/2026

Regional Minister, PEARL Technical Team engage MPs to fine-tune Upper East development framework

The Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri Donatus Atanga, together with members of the PEARL Technical Team, on Monday, June 2, 2026, engaged the Upper East Parliamentary Caucus on the draft 10-year Upper East Regional Development Framework and the upcoming Upper East Business Forum.

The PEARL Technical Team included Dr. Ibrahim Tanko of Star Ghana Foundation, Dr. Bishop Akolgo, Dr. Charles Abugre, and Prof. Mohammed Asaa.

The meeting, held under the leadership of Majority Leader Hon. Mahama Ayariga and Caucus Chairman Hon. James Agalga, focused on reviewing and refining the draft development framework as well as discussing strategies to ensure the success of the Upper East Business Forum scheduled for June 29 to July 1, 2026.

Discussions centered on identifying key priorities for the region's long-term development, mobilizing stakeholder support, and strengthening partnerships that will drive investment and economic growth in the Upper East Region.

The engagement forms part of ongoing consultations aimed at building consensus around the region's development agenda and ensuring broad-based participation in the forthcoming Business Forum, which is expected to attract investors, development partners, policymakers, and business leaders.

Upper East Regional Minister engages Korean investors ahead of 2026 development and business forumThe Upper East Regiona...
31/05/2026

Upper East Regional Minister engages Korean investors ahead of 2026 development and business forum

The Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri Donatus Atanga, together with members of the Technical Team for the 10-Year Upper East Development Framework and Business Forum, on Saturday, May 30, 2026, met with a group of Korean investors at Coconut Grove Hotel in Accra.

The meeting focused on discussions about Korean participation in the upcoming Upper East Development Framework and Business Forum, scheduled for June 29 to July 1, 2026, as well as potential investment opportunities in the Upper East Region.

The investors expressed strong interest in the region and assured the Minister and the Technical Team of their readiness to attend the forum. They also indicated their willingness to sign Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) for selected development and investment projects during the event.

The Upper East Office of the Ghana Tourism Authority, together with the Governing Board of the Pikworo Slave Camp, the P...
29/05/2026

The Upper East Office of the Ghana Tourism Authority, together with the Governing Board of the Pikworo Slave Camp, the Paga Traditional Council, Kacstone Records, the Paga Youth Movement and other institutions, has paid a courtesy call on the Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Donatus Akamugri Atanga.

The visit was to officially brief the Minister on a number of upcoming events scheduled to take place across the region aimed at promoting tourism, culture and youth development.

Government Committed to Youth Digital Empowerment — Upper East MinisterThe Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri D...
29/05/2026

Government Committed to Youth Digital Empowerment — Upper East Minister

The Upper East Regional Minister, Hon. Akamugri Donatus Atanga, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to empowering young people with digital skills to prepare them for opportunities in the modern economy.

Speaking through the District Chief Executive for Kasena Nankana West, Hon. Stephen Akurugu, at the Digital Media Influence Bootcamp 2026 held at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences (UTAS) in Navrongo, the Minister said technology continues to transform the way people live, work and do business.

He noted that initiatives such as the One Million Coders Programme and the Digital Media Influence Bootcamp would help equip young people with skills in coding, content creation, digital marketing, cybersecurity and online entrepreneurship.

Hon. Akamugri encouraged participants to use digital media responsibly and avoid misinformation, stressing that true influence should be based on credibility, discipline and positive impact on society.

He also called for equal access to digital opportunities for young people in the Upper East Region and urged participants to take advantage of the training to build successful careers and businesses.

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