While Valentine’s Day is often celebrated with gifts and romantic gestures, MTN Ghana chose to mark the season of love by giving the most precious gift: life. Through its annual Save a Life blood donation campaign, held at Kpando Senior High School (Kpando SHS), MTN brought together students, healthcare professionals, and the local community for a cause that transcends the day’s festivities.
The campaign, in partnership with the Ho Teaching Hospital, aimed to address Ghana’s chronic blood shortage, which often leads to preventable deaths. This year, MTN targeted the collection of 6,100 units of blood from 42 centers nationwide.
From Classrooms to Lifesavers: Students Lead the Way
The event opened with an inspiring gesture: Miss Jessica Agorsor, a Kpando SHS student, became the first donor, setting a tone of courage for her peers. Within hours, 111 students voluntarily donated blood, turning their classrooms into a symbol of compassion and community service.
For many students, it was their first time donating blood, but their motivation ran deep. “I’m doing this because someone out there may need it to survive,” shared 17-year-old Michael Mawuko.
MTN’s Lifesaving Legacy in Numbers
Since the inception of the Save a Life campaign in 2011, MTN Ghana Foundation has collected over 29,000 units of blood, supporting hospitals and reducing maternal mortality caused by hemorrhage. The company has consistently received accolades for its corporate social responsibility, including recognition as the highest corporate blood donor by the National Blood Service.
Healthcare Experts: Blood Shortage Is a National Emergency
Mr. Phanuel Mordzifa, Regional Blood Programs Organizer, commended MTN’s commitment but sounded a warning: “The reality is that we still don’t have enough blood to meet emergency needs. Community involvement beyond students is crucial.”
More Than a Campaign: Building a Culture of Giving
Speaking at the event, Mr. Mawuli Katahena, MTN’s Team Lead for the Volta and Oti regions, emphasized that Save a Life is not just a campaign but a call to action for all Ghanaians. “Our goal is to inspire a culture where blood donation becomes second nature—because saving lives should not be a once-a-year act.”
A National Call to Action
MTN is urging Ghanaians to donate blood across all 42 collection centers nationwide, including major locations such as the University for Development Studies in Wa and PRESEC, Legon, in Accra.
Conclusion: Love Beyond Valentine’s Day
In Kpando, students have already embraced this call—proving that true love lies not in what we receive, but in what we give. As Valentine’s Day approaches, MTN Ghana is inviting everyone to celebrate with a selfless act: donate blood, save a life, and be part of a movement that lasts beyond a single day of love.
