The leadership of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has emphasized the urgent need for targeted housing projects to address the housing deficit among public sector workers in the country.
Dr. David Tenkorang-Twum, the Association's General Secretary, highlighted this need during an interview with the Ghana News Agency in Pusu-Namongo, Talensi District, Upper East Region. Dr. Tenkorang-Twum expressed concern over the existing housing policy in Ghana and advocated for a more targeted approach to housing development.
He proposed the implementation of housing projects tailored to specific professional groups, such as nurses, midwives, doctors, and teachers. Dr Tenkorang-Twum suggested that allocating a certain number of housing units to each professional category would help address the housing needs of public sector workers more effectively.
Drawing attention to the existing housing benefits enjoyed by military personnel, police officers, and judges, Dr. Tenkorang-Twum advocated for similar benefits to be extended to other professional bodies. He emphasized that a targeted housing regime would be more efficient in reducing the housing deficit and ensuring adequate housing for all professionals.
Furthermore, Dr. Tenkorang-Twum emphasized the importance of decentralizing housing projects across various regions and districts to ensure equitable access for all professionals.
In addition to addressing the housing deficit, Dr. Tenkorang-Twum highlighted the need for improved welfare conditions for nurses and midwives in Ghana. He called for an increase in salaries and advocated for adjustments to the market premium to reflect current economic conditions.
Encouraging nurses and midwives to join the GRNMA, Dr. Tenkorang-Twum underscored the importance of unity within the profession. He emphasized the Association's role in negotiating better conditions of service for its members and highlighted the various welfare benefits available to members, including discounted hostel facilities and access to healthcare support.
Overall, the GRNMA is actively advocating for targeted housing projects and improved welfare conditions to address the housing deficit and enhance the well-being of nurses and midwives in Ghana.