The Ghana Health Service, in partnership with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), convened the Ghana Global Health Security Partners Meeting in Accra on January 16, 2026, to strengthen collaboration aimed at protecting public health.

The meeting brought together key stakeholders to review progress, identify gaps and align partner support around Ghana’s nationally led health security priorities.

Discussions focused on enhancing disease surveillance, strengthening laboratory systems, improving emergency preparedness and ensuring effective coordination during disease outbreaks.

The United States’ role in supporting Ghana’s health security efforts was highlighted, with the CDC providing leadership and technical expertise across multiple areas of public health preparedness and response.

Through this partnership, Ghana continues to build capacity to detect, prevent and respond to public health threats.

Speaking at the meeting, CDC Country Director Dr. Danielle Barradas reaffirmed the agency’s commitment to working closely with Ghanaian institutions to identify priorities, address gaps and ensure that partner support is aligned with evidence-based national health security plans.

Participants emphasized the importance of sustainable and locally owned health systems in safeguarding lives and strengthening resilience against health emergencies.

The discussions underscored the shared commitment of Ghana and its partners, including the United States and KOICA, to advancing health security in Ghana while contributing to broader global health protection efforts.

The Ghana Global Health Security Partners Meeting forms part of ongoing efforts to deepen coordination among development partners and support Ghana’s long-term public health preparedness agenda.