The Telecel Ghana Foundation has provided essential maternal healthcare services, including free ultrasound scans and antenatal support, to more than 300 pregnant women. This outreach took place at the Kasseh Health Centre in Ada. The event occurred on May 18, 2026.
This initiative is part of the Foundation's regular Rural Ultrasound program. It aims to help pregnant women in areas where such services are hard to reach or expensive. Many women cannot afford scans at private clinics. Public health centres often lack the necessary equipment.
The Telecel Foundation's work fits into a larger effort to improve healthcare access in Ghana. Maternal healthcare remains a key challenge in rural areas. Data shows that cost and distance are major hurdles. This type of community outreach directly helps bridge that gap. It supports Ghana's commitment to better health outcomes for all citizens.
Mr. Coleman Adator, Nurse Manager at Kasseh Health Centre, highlighted the importance of the program. He stated that ultrasound scans are crucial for safe pregnancies. He added that these services encourage women to attend antenatal appointments. Ms. Rita Rockson, Head of Foundation, Sustainability and External Communications at Telecel Ghana, said the goal is to lower maternal deaths. She noted that these deaths can often be prevented with early detection.
The initiative's success shows the unmet need for affordable maternal care. Future efforts will likely focus on expanding this reach. Decision-makers will observe the impact on local maternal health statistics. The program directly supports key global health goals, specifically SDG 3.1.
This outreach, a collaboration with the Divine Mother And Child (DMAC) Foundation, operates under Telecel Foundation's Connected Health pillar. It targets remote communities across Ghana. By bringing medical professionals and equipment to local facilities, it removes barriers like expense and travel. This effort directly aids Ghana's goal of connecting rural communities to quality healthcare. For many women like Amanda Sewu, this provided much-needed financial relief. She expressed gratitude for the free scan, highlighting the high cost of private alternatives.