Ghana's urban poor can now access health coverage previously out of reach

Ghana is making it easier for poor people in cities to get health insurance. This means more people will be able to see a doctor without paying out of pocket.

For years, health insurance programs in Ghana have struggled to reach people living in urban areas who don't have formal jobs. This working paper suggests a new approach to include them. It means that people living in cities, who are often overlooked by these programs, might finally get the healthcare they need. This could shift how aid programs are designed, moving beyond rural-centric models.