Health Ministry denies Antiretroviral medicines shortage, assures uninterrupted supply
The Ministry of Health has dismissed reports of a shortage of Antiretroviral Medicines (ARVs) in Ghana, assuring that the medicines remain available at designated health facilities across the country.
The ministry’s response follows concerns raised by the Network of Persons Living with HIV in Ghana (NAP+ Ghana) over the availability and distribution of ARVs.
In a Facebook post on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, the ministry’s spokesperson said reports suggesting that the medicines were unavailable nationwide were inaccurate.
“It is not accurate that antiretroviral medicines are unavailable in the country,” the spokesperson stated.
The ministry explained that it is currently restocking medical commodities at the Medical Stores as part of its routine procurement and supply processes.
It said arrangements to fulfil its supply obligations were “far advanced” and were intended to ensure that health facilities across the country continued to receive essential medicines on time.
According to the ministry, the ongoing restocking exercise forms part of broader efforts to maintain adequate supplies and ensure the timely distribution of medicines and other essential health commodities nationwide.
The ministry also rejected claims that some ARVs had expired at the port, saying it was working with relevant stakeholders to ensure the proper management and timely clearance of medical supplies.
“The Ministry continues to work with relevant stakeholders to ensure the effective management and timely clearance of medical commodities,” it said.
The ministry further disclosed that it had engaged NAP+ Ghana over the concerns and assured the organisation of its willingness to address issues relating to the availability and distribution of ARVs.
It reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that persons living with HIV have uninterrupted access to antiretroviral medicines and other essential health services.
“The Ministry remains committed to safeguarding access to essential medicines and will continue to take the necessary measures to ensure the availability and equitable distribution of antiretroviral medicines across the country,” the statement added.