The Health Facilities Regulatory Authority (HeFRA) has begun a nationwide inspection and licensing exercise for Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds to strengthen the quality of primary healthcare delivery across Ghana.
This initiative, the first of its kind, reflects the government’s commitment to providing free and reliable primary healthcare for all citizens.
It aims to ensure that every CHPS compound operates within approved standards of safety, quality, and professionalism.
The exercise, which started in the Eastern Region, is designed to standardise healthcare delivery and promote accountability among frontline health facilities.
HeFRA’s Acting Registrar, Dr Winfred Korletey Baah, said the project aligns with the agency’s renewed focus on patient welfare and service quality.
“This nationwide inspection is part of our mission to reset health regulation in Ghana, putting patient safety and quality care at the heart of everything we do,” Dr Baah stated.
During the inspections, HeFRA teams will assess CHPS compounds on their compliance with minimum operational standards, including infrastructure, staffing, and patient care practices.
Facilities that meet these requirements will receive formal licenses to operate under the national framework.
The exercise comes at a crucial time as Ghana rolls out its free primary healthcare programme, a flagship policy expected to expand access to basic health services, particularly in rural and underserved communities.
According to HeFRA, ensuring that CHPS compounds meet national standards will not only improve health outcomes but also help reduce preventable deaths and promote trust in public healthcare.
