Hunger Project-Ghana hands over refurbished ambulance centre in Ho

The Hunger Project-Ghana (THP-G), in partnership with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has officially handed over a modernized Emergency Dispatch Centre to the National Ambulance Service in Ho, Volta Region. The facility represents a significant upgrade to the region’s emergency infrastructure, designed to streamline the coordination of ambulance services and provide a more efficient response to medical crises. The handover marks a milestone in the collaborative effort to improve healthcare accessibility in the region.

The project, executed under the Health Outcomes through Personal Empowerment for Maternal and Child Health (HOPE-MCH) initiative, includes the complete refurbishment of the dispatch unit and the installation of digital systems to track and coordinate emergency calls. Additionally, the facility now features staff accommodation, ensuring that personnel are available on-site to facilitate a 24-hour response cycle. The integration of digital tools is specifically intended to reduce the latency between receiving a distress call and the dispatching of medical teams to the field.

Speaking during the ceremony, Agatha Quayson of The Hunger Project-Ghana emphasized that the renovation is a strategic step toward reducing maternal and child mortality in the region. She noted that delays in emergency transportation are often a critical factor in preventable deaths. Dr. George Kojo Owusu of the National Ambulance Service also lauded the intervention, stating that the improved environment and technological upgrades would significantly boost the morale and operational capacity of the service personnel.

Regional leaders attending the event praised the initiative, noting that the enhanced dispatch centre fills a critical gap in the Volta Region’s healthcare delivery system. By centralizing coordination and improving communication protocols, the facility is poised to improve emergency outcomes for thousands of residents. This project reflects a continued commitment by THP-G and its partners to support the government's efforts in achieving robust healthcare delivery through targeted infrastructure investments.