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La General Hospital reconstruction expected by November 2027, President Mahama announces

President John Dramani Mahama has assured the public that the reconstruction of the La General Hospital is expected to be completed and commissioned by November 2027. During a working visit to the project site on Friday, April 24, 2026, President Mahama commended the contractor and staff for their progress and urged them to ensure timely delivery. He emphasized the project's importance for improving healthcare in Accra, noting that patients previously using the facility have had to seek care at other major hospitals like Ridge Hospital, LEKMA, or Korle Bu. The new 160-bed facility will significantly increase bed capacity in the capital, addressing complaints about insufficient beds for emergencies. President Mahama highlighted the necessity of expanding healthcare infrastructure due to Accra's rapid population growth and increasing demand for quality healthcare services. The €50 million facility, which was demolished in 2020 due to structural defects, had faced delays due to funding challenges linked to the previous government’s debt restructuring program.