This annual exercise is to support the National Blood Service and regional hospitals in addressing the critical shortage of blood supplies in the country. Thanks to the generosity of MTN employees, partners, and members of the public, this year's initiative exceeded expectations, reinforcing MTN Ghana Foundation’s dedication to improving access to quality healthcare.

Expressing her excitement about this year’s success, Adwoa Wiafe, Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer for MTN Ghana, stated, "We are thrilled to have surpassed the target set for this year’s campaign. I hope this will help to alleviate the gap in blood supplies in our hospitals. At MTN, we believe in making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve”.

Adwoa Wiafe also expressed MTN’s gratitude to all donors, healthcare partners, and volunteers who contributed to this life-saving cause. "We remain committed to championing initiatives that improve lives and strengthen communities,” she added.

Dr. Shirley Owusu Ofori, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Blood Service, commended the MTN Ghana Foundation for its ongoing commitment to replenishing the country's blood banks. She remarked, “The partnership between the MTN Ghana Foundation and the National Blood Service has, over the years, encouraged voluntary, unpaid blood donations and ensured a steady supply of life-saving blood for patients in need.”

The MTN “Save a Life” campaign is an annual blood donation initiative held on Valentine’s Day, organized by the MTN Ghana Foundation. It provides MTN staff and the general public with the opportunity to donate blood to help replenish the National Blood Bank and regional hospitals. This initiative began in 2011 in response to appeals from the National Blood Service for voluntary contributions to address critically low blood supplies. With this year’s collection, MTN has successfully raised over 35,620 units of blood for local hospitals.

Nana Kofi Asare, GM Legal and Regulatory, Robert Kuzoe, SM MTN Ghana Foundation and Team during the Save a Life.

MTN staff and voluntary donors donating blood during Save a Life in Sunyani

Charity Darko of Corporate Services undergoing health check prior to donating blood in Kumasi

Daniel Asare, Managing Director, Bayobab Ghana, Dr. Shirley Owusu Ofori, CEO of the NBS, Georgina Fiagbenu, SM Corporate Communication and Team during Save a Life.

Isaac Mate, GM Sustainability and Shared Value, Dr. Shirley Owusu Ofori, CEO of the NBS, Prez Musik and some staff and guests during the Save a Life ceremony.