MTN Ghana has donated baby hampers to Hospitals in Koforidua, continuing a 14‑year tradition of supporting mothers and newborns during the Christmas season.
Mr. Ebenezer Okaikoi‑Tetteh, Team Lead and Territory Sales Controller for MTN Ghana in Koforidua, told the Ghana News Agency after a presentation at St. Joseph Hospital that the initiative formed part of a nationwide exercise.
“For the past 14 years, MTN has been sharing baby hampers. Normally we do it on 26th December for babies born on Christmas Day. This year, we distributed 40 hampers across the Eastern Region and 700 nationwide,” he said.
The donations began at the Koforidua Central Hospital to Koforidua Polyclinic, SDA Hospital Clinic, St. Joseph Hospital through to Dwenase CHPS Compound.
“The impact has been very great. Some mothers come without basic needs for delivery. This support has enhanced their lives and put smiles on their faces,” Mr. Okaikoi‑Tetteh added.
At St. Joseph Hospital, Midwifery Officer Anastasia Osei Mensah, who is also the shift in‑charge of the maternity ward, expressed gratitude for the gesture.
“MTN came to the Maternity Unit and asked about the number of babies. We told them there were nine, and they gave hampers to all. Most mothers struggle to get delivery items or pay bills. This support is very helpful,” she said.
She encouraged men to play active roles in maternal care, saying: “We have something called male involvement at the ANC level. Men should accompany their spouses during pregnancy and delivery, save money, and help settle bills. It makes the journey smoother,” she noted.
A beneficiary, Ms. Florence Juliana Ahiataku, described the donation as a blessing, adding: “This really means a lot to me and my family, especially my little one. The items will be used solely for the baby and will reduce my costs. I wasn’t expecting it, so it came as a surprise,” she said.
She prayed for MTN Ghana to continue the initiative, adding: “God bless them. By next year, we hope more babies will benefit.”
The annual hamper distribution forms part of MTN Ghana’s corporate social responsibility to brighten lives and support communities across the country.
GNA
Edited by Linda Asante Agyei
26 Dec. 2025
Photo Caption: MTN Ghana donates baby hampers to Hospitals in Koforidua.
