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The National Ambulance Service (NAS) says it continues to respond to more than 300 emergency cases each day across Ghana, despite challenges that have left some of its ambulances out of service.
The Service said it remains operational in all 16 regions, with its national emergency number, 112, available around the clock, seven days a week.
NAS made this known in a statement issued on Monday, September 21, 2026, following a GHOne TV investigative report examining the state of emergency medical response in the country.
The Service acknowledged footage showing several ambulances grounded but explained that most of the vehicles featured had either been involved in accidents or were awaiting major repairs at its central workshop.
According to NAS, 307 Mercedes-Benz ambulances procured in January 2020 have been deployed continuously across the country. Over time, some of the vehicles have developed mechanical faults, experienced wear and tear or been involved in road traffic accidents.
“Despite these challenges, NAS remains operational in all 16 regions and continues to respond to an average of over 300 emergency cases daily nationwide,” the statement said.
To improve ambulance availability, the Service said it is collaborating with the Ministry of Health to accelerate the procurement of spare parts and establish regional maintenance centres. The move, it said, is intended to reduce the length of time ambulances remain out of service.
NAS also disclosed that it is implementing a clinical competency enhancement programme for Emergency Medical Technicians. The programme includes training in intravenous therapy and is aimed at addressing gaps identified through recent inquiries.
Management welcomed the GHOne TV investigation, saying it remains committed to transparency, accountability and the delivery of timely, safe and efficient pre-hospital emergency care.