Ghana has, for decades, been an example of great success, with immunisation coverage consistently exceeding 95%.
Recent localised outbreaks of measles and rubella in 2023 and 2024 have, however, revealed the fragility in sustaining the country’s immunisation coverage accomplishments.
To help develop sustainable financing solutions for acquiring vaccines, and to ensure the timely release of funds to meet commitments, a Parliamentary Coalition has been formed as a Caucus on Immunisation.
The establishment of the Caucus is expected to assist in strengthening political leadership and oversight in efforts to advance vaccine financing and ensure that commitment to child survival remains a permanent national priority to end vaccine-related preventable deaths in Ghana.
Gaps in immunisation, driven by challenges in vaccine availability, continue to threaten children in underserved areas. The Caucus aims to ensure that the availability of good healthcare for any child is not determined by their geography or by temporary disruptions in the vaccine supply chain. The establishment of Parliament‘s Caucus on Immunisation marks a decisive shift in the country’s strategy to protect children and transform immunisation from a health service into a top-tier national health priority.
Ghana is approaching a transition point to exit the Gavi co-financing mechanism in December 2029. This shift presents a challenge in sustaining high-impact health outcomes while moving toward full domestic ownership. With the 2029 deadline for self-financing fast approaching, the Caucus is expected to advocate for the effective implementation of the Vaccine Transition Roadmap, customs clearance, and supply chain processes to prevent shortages.
