Ghana’s Health Facilities Regulatory Agency (HeFRA) has ordered the closure of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) Clinic and nine other healthcare facilities in the Ashanti Region, citing operations without valid licenses.

The shutdowns, carried out on Tuesday, October 14, are part of an ongoing enforcement effort launched earlier this week targeting clinics and health centers operating without appropriate regulatory approval.

HeFRA officials said the KMA Clinic — a municipal-run facility — had been functioning for several years without the necessary licensure, in violation of national healthcare regulations. Officials described the move as necessary to safeguard public health and enforce compliance in the sector.

The enforcement campaign, which began Monday, has so far led to the closure of 18 facilities across the region. Further inspections and regulatory actions are expected in the coming days, according to HeFRA representatives.

Ghana’s healthcare sector, which includes a mix of public and private providers, has come under increased scrutiny in recent years amid concerns over standards of care, regulatory oversight, and access to essential services. HeFRA’s mandate includes licensing, monitoring, and inspecting health facilities nationwide.

A spokesperson for the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Source:TheDotNews