MTN Ghana Hosts Blood Donation Drive for Mampong Residents as Part of AshantiFest
MTN Ghana’s AshantiFest initiative boosts blood supply and promotes community health in Mampong
- MTN Ghana collected 90 pints of blood during a voluntary donation drive at Dufie Square in Mampong.
- Free health screenings, including HIV, breast and cervical cancer, and eye checks, were provided to residents.
- The initiative supports local hospitals’ emergency readiness and continues MTN Ghana’s long-standing “Save A Life” campaign.
As part of the ongoing AshantiFest celebrations, leading telecommunications company MTN Ghana organized a voluntary blood donation exercise to help replenish dwindling blood supplies in government hospitals within the Mampong Municipality.
The event took place at Dufie Square and attracted a strong turnout from residents. By the end of the exercise, a total of 90 pints of blood had been collected.
Medical personnel were on site as early as 6:00 a.m., conducting health screenings and preliminary checks to ensure that all donors were eligible and fit to give blood.
Strong Community Participation
The atmosphere at the venue reflected a deep sense of civic responsibility and enthusiasm. By midday, nearly 100 residents had participated in the life-saving initiative.
In addition to blood donation, the medical team provided free health screenings, including tests for HIV, cervical cancer, breast cancer, and eye conditions.
Organizers emphasized that the initiative is a vital intervention to support healthcare delivery in the region. Their goal is to ensure that local hospitals are adequately stocked with blood to handle emergencies and surgical procedures without delays.
“The goal is simple—to save lives by creating a platform for voluntary donation while strengthening emergency healthcare readiness in the Mampong community,” a representative stated.
Continuing a Tradition of Impact
This year’s exercise builds on the success of a similar initiative held last year at the Kumasi Central Prisons, where residents from Adum and nearby communities donated blood to support the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital Blood Bank.
Earlier in February, MTN Ghana also organized its annual nationwide “Save A Life” blood donation campaign. The long-running initiative, now over a decade old, recorded an impressive 7,020 pints of blood this year to restock the National Blood Bank, with strong participation from students in senior high schools.
Expanding CSR Efforts
By hosting this year’s drive in Mampong, MTN Ghana continues to extend its corporate social responsibility initiatives across various districts in the Ashanti Region, ensuring broader community impact.
Voices from Participants
For many donors, the exercise was deeply personal.
Yaw Amankwah (26), a first-time donor, expressed pride in contributing:
“I’ve seen how important this is. A relative of mine once survived an emergency at the Mampong Government Hospital because blood was available. Giving back feels right.”
Dorcas Ampofo (31), a local trader, praised the accessibility of the initiative:
“Sometimes we want to help but don’t know where to go. Bringing this closer to us makes it easier to save lives while going about our daily activities.”
Dignitaries in Attendance
The event was graced by notable figures, including the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, and the Queen of Mampong, Nana Agyakoma Difie.
The blood donation drive remains a key feature of AshantiFest, showcasing how cultural celebrations can be effectively combined with impactful social interventions.
