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Delft Imaging Ghana LTD, in partnership with the Ministry of Health of Ghana via, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) and the National Tuberculosis Control Programme (NTP), has successfully concluded the ORIO Project – Accelerating Case Detection of Tuberculosis in Ghana. The closing ceremony was held at the Alisa Hotel, Accra, and graced by the Dutch Ambassador to Ghana as the Guest Speaker, alongside key dignitaries from the Ministry of Health (MoH), Ministry of Finance (MoF), Invest International, Ghana Netherlands Business and Culture Council, National Radiology Association (NRA), Radiation Protection Institute (RPI), and several media organizations. Launched as a bilateral Ghana–Netherlands partnership, the €21 million ORIO Project was designed to strengthen Ghana’s healthcare system and accelerate the early detection and treatment of tuberculosis (TB) in line with the WHO End TB Strategy. Project Achievements Through the ORIO Project, Delft Imaging has: Supplied and installed 52 multifunctional digital X-ray systems nationwide. Including 29 solar-powered containerized systems, 19 fixed-room X-ray systems, 2 mobile screening vans, and 2 portable units. Established a nationwide tele-radiology platform, enabling real-time image sharing and second opinions across healthcare facilities. Integrated Artificial Intelligence (CAD4TB) software to support automated TB detection from chest X-rays. Delivered comprehensive capacity building initiatives for: 70 local engineers, 13 regional equipment managers, 5 second-line engineers, 50 IT managers, 48 radiographers, 16 radiologists, and over 340 doctors and physician assistants across the country. Provided long-term maintenance and support, ensuring sustainability through a structured three-tier support model involving local, regional, and international teams. These efforts have enhanced TB detection, improved access to quality diagnostics, and empowered local health professionals with the latest digital imaging technology. Event Highlights The project closing ceremony marked a major milestone in Ghana’s progress toward universal access to modern tuberculosis (TB) screening technologies. Held on 6th November 2025 at the Alisa Hotel in Accra, the event celebrated the successful completion of the ORIO Project – Accelerating Case Detection of Tuberculosis in Ghana, highlighting its transformative impact on the country’s healthcare landscape. The Dutch Ambassador to Ghana served as the Guest Speaker, commending the strong Ghana–Netherlands partnership and reaffirming the Netherlands’ continued commitment to advancing health innovation and diagnostic excellence in Ghana. A central feature of the event was a plenary discussion, moderated by ace media journalist, Mr. Bernard Koku Avle, one of Ghana’s most respected broadcasters and thought leaders. Mr. Avle skillfully led the session titled “A 360° Reflection of the ORIO Project: Highlights, Successes, Lessons Learned and Challenges – Aligning with National TB Imaging Needs”, which examined the project’s impact and sustainability within Ghana’s health system. The distinguished panel comprised: Elsie Appeadu, Managing Director, Delft Imaging Ghana LTD. Nicholas Adjabu, Head, Biomedical Engineering Unit (BEU), Ministry of Health Andrews Neequay, Biomedical Engineer, Ghana Health Service – BEU Emmanuel Akrobotu, Compliance Officer, National Radiology Association (NRA) Bernard Ziem, Representative, National Tuberculosis Control Programme (NTP) Professor Stephen Inkoom, Representative, Radiographers and Public Institutions (RPI) The discussion offered a holistic reflection on the ORIO Project—its achievements, challenges, and long-term impact. Panelists highlighted how the project has strengthened TB case detection nationwide through the deployment of 52 multifunctional digital X-ray systems, including solar-powered containerized units, mobile screening vans, and AI-assisted imaging technology (CAD4TB). They also noted how the integration of a tele-radiography platform has connected health facilities nationwide, enabling real-time collaboration among clinicians and radiologists. Looking Ahead – Phase II Proposal Building on the remarkable success of the ORIO project, Delft Imaging has submitted a comprehensive proposal for Phase II of the project. This next phase envisions equipping 150 hospitals nationwide with state-of-the-art digital X-ray systems, AI-driven diagnostic tools, and tele-radiography solutions, ensuring that all underserved areas gain access to timely and accurate diagnostic services. Invest International Capital has expressed strong interest in supporting this initiative through a 100% concessional financing package from the Netherlands, structured as a 50% term loan facility and a 50% DRIVE grant, worth approximately EUR 30 million from the Dutch Government. We appeal to the Government and the Ministry of Finance to consider this proposal for incorporation into the upcoming 2026 budget. By doing so, the Government would not only strengthen the diagnostic capacity of our healthcare system but also complement the achievements of the ongoing ORIO project, creating a seamless continuum of modern, efficient, and patient-centered radiology services.
