Kasoa: GHS probes Mother and Child Hospital over death of pregnant woman

The Central Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service has established a committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death of a pregnant woman at the Kasoa Mother and Child Hospital, following public concern over the incident.

The decision was made after Abigail Opoku reportedly died at the facility on Sunday, April 26, 2026, allegedly due to being denied a caesarean section resulting from a lack of available beds in the recovery ward.

In a statement dated April 29, 2026, the Directorate stated that the matter is being treated with utmost seriousness and a dedicated committee has been formed to conduct a thorough investigation.

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, and extends its deepest condolences to the bereaved family, loved ones, and all those affected by this tragic loss.

The committee comprises representatives from the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, the Trauma and Specialist Hospital, the Regional Health Directorate, the Regional Coordinating Council, and the Office of the Attorney-General.

According to the Directorate, the committee has been tasked with carrying out a thorough, objective, and transparent review of the incident and submitting its findings and recommendations for public disclosure.

The Directorate has also appealed for calm, urging the public to allow the committee to complete its work without interference. It reaffirmed its commitment to patient safety and quality healthcare, particularly for mothers and children.

The statement was signed by the Central Regional Director of Health Service, Dr. Mrs. Alberta Adjebeng Biritwum-Nyarko.