MTN Ghana Foundation and Cal Bank Launch 2026 “Save a Life” Blood Donation Drive, Target 7,000 Units
Nationwide Campaign Aims to Support National Blood Service and Regional Hospitals
- The 2026 drive targets 7,000 units of blood across all 16 regions of Ghana.
- Major donation centres include MTN Ghana, Cal Bank, and MobileMoney Ltd offices.
- The campaign has mobilized over 35,000 units of blood since 2011, saving thousands of lives.
MTN Ghana Foundation, in partnership with Cal Bank, has announced the 2026 edition of the “Save a Life” Blood Donation Drive, aiming to collect 7,000 units of blood in a single day to support the National Blood Service and regional hospital blood banks across Ghana.
The nationwide initiative is scheduled for Friday, February 13, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with donation centres active in all 16 regions. Major collection points include the MTN Ghana Head Office, MobileMoney Ltd at the Stanchart Building, and Cal Bank Head Office at Ridge, Accra, along with 44 designated centres nationwide to maximize public participation.
Speaking ahead of the event, Samuel Bartels, Senior Manager for Regulatory and Government Affairs at MTN Ghana, emphasized the urgency of the campaign:
“Ghana still faces a significant blood shortage, and every unit donated becomes a lifeline for someone’s parent, child, friend, or colleague. This campaign is not just another event—it is an act of love, a demonstration of leadership, and a reaffirmation of our MTN value to lead with care.”
He urged all eligible donors, corporate institutions, and the public to participate:
“Blood is an essential resource, and the need never stops. We are appealing to Ghanaians everywhere—if you are able, please join us at any of the designated centres. Your donation could save a mother, a child, or someone in emergency care. Together, we can make a real and lasting impact.”
A full list of donation centres is available on MTN Ghana’s website and official social media platforms.
Since its launch in 2011, the MTN “Save a Life” campaign has become one of Ghana’s most impactful voluntary blood donation programmes. Established in response to repeated appeals from the National Blood Service, the initiative has mobilized over 35,000 units of blood, saving thousands of lives and supporting hospitals in both emergency and routine care.
The 2026 edition seeks to build on this legacy, strengthening partnerships, expanding reach, and reinforcing MTN Ghana Foundation’s ongoing commitment to national health and community wellbeing.
