About the Association
Preserving Heritage. Advancing Practice. Protecting the Public.
Since 2000, GNATH has been the united voice of certified traditional herbal practitioners in Ghana — setting standards, driving research and embedding herbal medicine in national healthcare.
Our History
Three Decades of Advocacy
What began as a small gathering of practitioners in Accra is today a national movement with sixteen regional chapters and formal recognition within Ghana's health landscape.
Registration: CG-GH-1992-00412
GNATH operates under a democratically adopted constitution, with an elected National Council, independent committees and audited national finances.
Association Founded
GNATH is established as the national umbrella body for traditional herbal practitioners, uniting practitioners across Ghana.
First Standards Code
National code of ethics and professional conduct adopted for member practice.
National Reach
Active chapters established in all sixteen regions with elected regional executives.
Digital Registry
Member verification registry and digital membership records introduced.
UHC Partnership
Memorandum of understanding with the Ministry of Health to integrate herbal practice into primary healthcare.
Purpose
Why We Exist
Mission
To promote and professionalise traditional herbal practice in Ghana through regulation, education, research and advocacy — safeguarding public health.
Vision
A Ghana where evidence-based traditional herbal practice is fully integrated into the national health system, trusted by every community.
Values
Heritage, integrity, community and excellence — the principles that guide every decision of the National Council and its committees.
Organisational Structure
A Nationwide Network
From the National Council to local chapters, GNATH's structure keeps decision-making close to members in every region.
National Council
National executives elected every three years, setting policy and standards for the whole association.
Regional Executives
Sixteen regional coordinators and executives steering activities in their regions.
District Structures
District-level coordination ensures local community engagement and member support.
Chapter & Membership
Local chapters bring practitioners together for training, mentorship and advocacy.
Regional Structure
Sixteen Regions, One Profession
Active chapters and coordinators in all sixteen regions of Ghana.
Western Region
Capital: Sekondi-Takoradi · 0 members
Leadership
National Executive
Elected leadership guiding the association's national agenda.
Governance
Our Constitution
The association operates under a constitution adopted by the membership, amended in 2024 to strengthen governance, ethics and transparency.
Want to learn more or get involved?
From membership to partnerships and media enquiries, our secretariat is ready to help.