The Central Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (Ghana Health Service) has launched an investigation into a reported maternal death at the Mother and Child Hospital.
In a statement dated Wednesday, April 29, 2026, the Directorate expressed condolences to the bereaved family, describing the incident as a “profoundly painful event.”
“The Central Regional Health Directorate wishes to inform the general public that it has become aware of the unfortunate maternal death that occurred at the Kasoa Mother and Child Hospital,” the statement said.
The Directorate said a multi-agency investigative committee has been set up to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
It noted that the team includes representatives from the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, the Trauma and Specialist Hospital, the Regional Health Directorate, the Regional Coordinating Council, and the Attorney-General’s office.
“The esteemed members of the investigative committee have been mandated to conduct a thorough, objective, and transparent review of the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident,” it stated.
Meanwhile, the deceased, identified as Opoku Abigail, reportedly died after being referred to the hospital during labour.
According to her family, she was initially taken to a private facility but was later transferred when her condition worsened.
Relatives allege that a request for a caesarean section was not granted due to the unavailability of a bed in the recovery ward.
The family says she died nearly 36 hours after admission, with the baby still in her womb.
The Directorate has assured the public of its commitment to maternal healthcare and urged calm as investigations continue.
“We respectfully appeal for calm and urge the public to allow the investigative process to proceed without interference,” it added.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
