Accra: Mr. Stephen Blewett, the Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, has reaffirmed the company's dedication to improving healthcare delivery in the country. He stated that MTN Ghana is committed to enhancing the well-being of communities through a significant hospital bed and furniture refurbishment initiative as part of this year's '21 Days of Y'ello Care' programme.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Blewett made these remarks in a statement after joining MTN Ghana employee volunteers and partners to refurbish the Maamobi General Hospital in Accra with hospital beds and furniture. He emphasized that this initiative reflects MTN's belief that meaningful change occurs when individuals transcend financial support and engage personally in transforming lives.
"For patients receiving care, a hospital bed is more than furniture. It is a place of healing, recovery, and renewed hope," Mr. Blewett stated. He added that through this intervention, MTN Ghana is helping to create safer, more comfortable, and dignified spaces for patients during some of the most vulnerable moments of their lives.
Describing 21 Days of Y'ello Care as one of MTN Ghana's most impactful employee volunteer initiatives, Mr. Blewett noted that every year, employees dedicate their time, energy, and skills to make a lasting difference in communities across Ghana. "Giving back is not only about financial contributions. It is about being present, actively participating, and working alongside communities to create positive change," he said.
Under the initiative, MTN Ghana has already refurbished 3,880 hospital beds nationwide. The intervention includes mechanical restoration, repairs, repainting, and refurbishment of hospital furniture, including reupholstering wooden furniture across selected healthcare facilities. Mr. Blewett explained that beyond improving infrastructure, the project is ultimately about restoring comfort, dignity, and quality care for patients and creating environments that support healing.
He called on corporate organisations to play a more active role in addressing national development challenges, especially within the healthcare sector. The CEO said: "Imagine the impact if every major company committed to supporting healthcare facilities and other critical sectors. Together, we can strengthen Ghana's healthcare system and improve the quality of life for thousands of people."
Beyond infrastructure support, MTN Ghana also announced a partnership with DOSH Health Insurance to extend care to vulnerable patients facing financial hardship. Through this partnership, DOSH Health Insurance will provide a health insurance support package valued at GHS1 million to assist patients who have been medically discharged but are unable to settle their hospital bills.
Madam Belinda Amoo, the Head of Sales and Marketing of DOSH Health Insurance, explained that the initiative demonstrated the power of partnership in ensuring healthcare remains accessible to those who need it most. "This intervention goes beyond settling hospital bills. Beneficiaries will also receive health insurance coverage to support subsequent medical visits throughout the year, ensuring continued access to healthcare services," she stated.
The programme is expected to support approximately 100 beneficiaries across selected healthcare facilities nationwide, helping individuals return home not only free from financial burden but with continued access to healthcare support. Through initiatives such as 21 Days of Y'ello Care, MTN Ghana continues to mobilize employees to contribute their time, skills, and passion to initiatives that create lasting impact and support national development, proving that together, communities can be strengthened and lives transformed.