At a time when quality nursing education and healthcare delivery are increasingly vital to everyday life, the establishment of advanced training programmes for skilled professionals has become essential.
In response to this growing need, a significant step has been taken toward the creation of the Kumawu Nursing and Midwifery College, an institution set to provide comprehensive nursing education and nurture a new generation of highly skilled healthcare professionals for the nation.
A nine-member Implementation Committee was inaugurated on Wednesday, 16th April 2025, by the Kumawumanhene, Barima Sarfo Tweneboa Kodua, alongside the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Konongo-Mampong, Rev. Msgr. John Opoku-Agyemang.
The Committee draws its membership from the Catholic Church, the Kumawu Traditional Council, the Sekyere Kumawu District Assembly, the District Health Directorate, and the office of the Member of Parliament for Kumawu Constituency, Ernest Yaw Anim.
The Committee has been tasked with key responsibilities including proposing a suitable name for the new college, securing the necessary accreditation, and developing a clear and realistic timeline for its establishment.
Speaking at the brief inauguration ceremony in Kumawu, Barima Sarfo Tweneboa Kodua urged the Committee to work with dedication and unity of purpose, stressing that collaboration and commitment were crucial to realizing the vision.
Member of Parliament for Kumawu, Ernest Yaw Anim, pledged his full backing for the initiative, assuring the Kumawumanhene and the Konongo-Mampong Catholic Diocese of his office’s unwavering support.
“We are committed to taking effective actions to ensure the College is established, in order to deliver transformative benefits in healthcare education and services to Kumawuman and the nation at large,” the MP stated.
Rev. Msgr. John Opoku-Agyemang also reiterated the Catholic Diocese’s commitment to the project, pledging both moral and logistical support for the successful execution of the college.
During their maiden meeting, the Committee deliberated on essential infrastructural requirements, including the construction of classrooms and dormitories, as well as the renovation of the historic Kumawu Hospital building to support the College’s academic and practical training needs.
Once fully operational, the Kumawu Nursing and Midwifery College is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening Ghana’s nursing profession and enhancing healthcare delivery across the country.
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