The West Mamprusi Municipal Health Insurance office has launched a free registration drive in Walewale. The campaign removes all registration and renewal fees for a limited time. It aims to bring every resident under health insurance cover.
Officials took the campaign to the streets. They want to break down the financial barriers that stop families from seeking medical care.
The drive promotes a three-layer approach to health protection.
The first layer is free primary healthcare. It focuses on early detection of illness. This helps patients recover faster and reduces pressure on national medical resources.
The second layer is the National Health Insurance Scheme. It covers broader medical services when primary care is not enough.
The third layer is the Mahama Care initiative. It handles complex and chronic conditions that go beyond what NHIS covers.
Municipal NHIS Manager Dakura Sumani Adam explained how the layers connect. “It’s only when primary healthcare ends that health insurance begins. And when health insurance ends and we move to costly or chronic diseases, that is where Mahama Care comes in,” he said.
He added that the campaign is part of a wider push. “The health insurance is on course to achieving our Universal Health Coverage, and that is what we are doing,” he stated.
The outreach has brought relief to many in Walewale. For some, it cleared up long-standing confusion about how the health system works.
Ayisha, a local resident, said the exercise gave her a clearer picture. “Before today, I really had no idea how the NHIS policy worked,” she said. “Now I know how free primary healthcare, NHIS, and Mahama Care work together. It makes me feel more confident about where to go when my family is sick.”
For others, the free registration is a financial lifeline. Adiza, a mother of three, said medical bills had been a burden for years. “In the past, I simply could not afford the bills for my three children whenever they were unwell,” she said. “This opportunity to register for free is a huge blessing. I am going to take full advantage to ensure my children are covered.”
The North East Regional PRO also used the occasion to send a firm message on accountability. The office has adopted a zero-tolerance policy on corruption. Residents are urged to report any illegal charges or misconduct directly to the municipal office.
Officials say the goal is to keep health services accessible and transparent for all.
The free registration window is open for a limited period. Residents are encouraged to register now.
