Kadjebi: The Kadjebi District Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) reported an Out-Patient Department (OPD) per capita of 1.27 in the first half of 2026, surpassing the national target of 1.2. Mr. Eric Nana Takyi, the District Director of Health Services, revealed this achievement at the district's half-year performance review meeting held in Kadjebi, within the Oti Region.
According to Ghana News Agency, the OPD per capita figure represents the average number of OPD visits in relation to the district's population during the reviewed period. The 1.27 figure suggests that the district's health facilities experienced increased usage, exceeding the national benchmark. Mr. Takyi attributed this performance to several factors, including improved availability of medicines, strengthened Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) activities, health education, and enhanced access to healthcare services across the district.
Efforts by health workers to minimize medicine stock-outs have bolstered clients' confidence in seeking care at health facilities. Improved staff-client relations and reduced waiting times have also contributed to making health facilities more welcoming. CHPS zones remain active in health education, home visits, and early referrals of suspected and complicated cases to health centers and hospitals. Continuous health education through various platforms has encouraged residents to seek healthcare promptly, particularly for conditions like malaria, hypertension, and diabetes.
Increased community participation, involving traditional authorities, Assembly Members, religious leaders, and other stakeholders, has supported health promotion activities, contributing to the district's achievements. Mr. Takyi urged residents to seek medical attention early and emphasized the importance of early diagnosis and treatment.
Mr. Damascus Ayamba, Oti Deputy Regional Director of Administration of the GHS, announced the procurement of 7,000 motorbikes for nationwide distribution to health facilities, aiming to strengthen service delivery and improve healthcare access. He cautioned health professionals against extorting money from clients, warning of disciplinary actions for those found culpable.
The meeting allowed stakeholders to review the district's health performance, identify challenges, and devise strategies for improving service delivery in the remaining half of the year. Solidarity messages came from World Vision Ghana, the Network of Communities in Development (NOCID), the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), traditional authorities, and other health sector stakeholders, pledging continued support to enhance healthcare delivery.
Mr. Takyi expressed gratitude to health workers, communities, and development partners for their contributions and called for ongoing collaboration to maintain the district's health achievements.