Telecel Ghana Brings Free Healthcare to 7,000+ in Underserved Communities

In a beautiful demonstration of corporate compassion meeting community needs, the Telecel Ghana Foundation is making healthcare accessible to thousands of Ghanaians who might otherwise go without essential medical services. Their latest Healthfest event in Akwapem Ahwerase, Eastern Region, brought comprehensive health screenings and medical care to approximately 400 grateful residents.

The initiative represents something truly special: healthcare delivered with dignity and care to people in underserved communities. Residents received free screenings for malaria, Hepatitis B, HIV, and cervical cancer, along with valuable wellness education that empowers them to take charge of their health. Expecting mothers received particular attention, with ultrasound scans and consultations ensuring both their wellbeing and their babies' healthy development.

One resident named Comfort shared her moving experience at the event. As a pregnant woman who had never attended antenatal care before, she finally received the ultrasound scan, pregnancy card, and medical checks she needed. She also registered her son for National Health Insurance and renewed her own membership, all without traveling to the distant town of Akropong or paying a single cedi. Her story captures the profound impact of bringing healthcare directly to communities where transportation costs and distance create real barriers.

The medical team went beyond screenings, actively helping residents register for and renew their National Health Insurance Scheme memberships. This seemingly simple service creates lasting access to healthcare long after the Healthfest team packs up and moves on.

Emily Amponsah, Health Director of Akwapem South, expressed genuine appreciation for the partnership. She acknowledged that delivering community-level healthcare presents real challenges, and having organizations like Telecel complement the Ghana Health Service's work makes all the difference for residents who need care most.

The Ripple Effect

The impact of Telecel Ghana Foundation's Connected Health initiatives extends far beyond single events. Over the past year, they've touched more than 7,000 lives across underserved communities nationwide. In 2025 alone, Healthfest has reached 3,430 beneficiaries, while their Rural Ultrasound initiative has provided 1,002 pregnant women with free screenings they might never have received otherwise.

Perhaps most touching is their Homecoming initiative, which settles medical bills for patients unable to leave hospitals due to unpaid fees. This year, 187 patients have received this lifeline, allowing them to return home and resume their lives. Additionally, the Foundation has facilitated 2,641 health insurance registrations, renewals, and replacements, creating sustainable healthcare access for thousands of families.

Rita Agyeiwaa Rockson, Head of Foundation, Sustainability and External Communications at Telecel Ghana, beautifully articulated the mission driving this work. The goal is removing barriers to healthcare and ensuring no one gets left behind, focusing on preventive care and equitable access where it's needed most.

The Foundation organizes Healthfest and Rural Ultrasound services every two months, with Homecoming as an annual initiative. This consistent presence in communities creates trust and allows medical teams to track health trends and provide continuity of care.

As Telecel Ghana Foundation expands its reach in 2025, thousands more Ghanaians in underserved areas will receive the healthcare they deserve, proving that corporate responsibility combined with genuine compassion can create transformative change in communities that need it most.