The Health Community of West Africa (HCOWA) has officially launched its first non-profit organization, the HCOWA Association, in a ceremony at the Essence Medical Laboratory in Accra.
The event, which marked a significant milestone in the region’s healthcare landscape, aimed to unite medical practitioners, hospitals, and key stakeholders to address healthcare disparities across West Africa.
The launch brought together prominent figures in the medical and pharmaceutical industries, including the Chairman of the Ghana National Chamber of Pharmacy, Pharm. Harrison Abutiate, and the CEO of HCOWA, Anna Jiang.
Speaking through her assistant and interpreter, Lixia Zhu, Anna Jiang emphasized the association’s goal of enhancing healthcare delivery in Africa by fostering collaboration among key stakeholders.
“The establishment of the HCOWA Association represents a significant step forward in our mission to improve healthcare across the continent. By bringing together industry leaders and experts, we aim to create a robust network that can drive meaningful change in healthcare practices,” Jiang stated.
Ms. Gloria Addo, a staff member of HCOWA Ghana, provided further insight into the motivation behind forming the association, highlighting its role in bridging gaps within the healthcare sector.
She noted that the association’s efforts would focus on providing medical equipment, resources, and support to healthcare facilities in Ghana and beyond.
The event also served as a platform to promote the upcoming 2024 HCOWA Medical Summit and Expo, scheduled to take place from August 26th to 28th at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre.
The expo aims to showcase medical products, foster collaboration, and encourage networking between local health institutions and international manufacturers.
In his address, Pharm. Harrison Abutiate underscored the importance of collaboration in advancing healthcare, expressing the Ghana National Chamber of Pharmacy’s commitment to partnering with HCOWA on future initiatives.
The event concluded with a question-and-answer session, followed by a tour of the Essence Medical Laboratory, highlighting HCOWA’s dedication to supporting the healthcare sector in Ghana.
