In a display of gratitude and community spirit, beneficiaries of AfriKids, a child rights organization working in northern Ghana, organized a cleanup exercise at the AfriKids Hospital and made a generous donation of a 43-inch television set to the children’s ward.
The initiative, which took place on Saturday, brought together young people who have benefited from AfriKids’ educational and welfare programs over the years. Armed with gloves, rakes, brooms, and a strong sense of purpose, the group spent several hours cleaning the hospital compound, collecting waste, and sensitizing visitors on the importance of hygiene and sanitation in healthcare settings.
Speaking during the event, the president of the AfriKids Alumni, Madam Linda Dotse, said the exercise was a way to give back to the community that supported them through their formative years.
“Most of us have received immense support from AfriKids — school fees, shelter, healthcare, and mentorship. Today, we are standing here not as beneficiaries, but as responsible adults who want to positively impact our community,” she said.
As part of the outreach, the group also donated a brand-new 43-inch television set to the children’s ward to provide entertainment and comfort for young patients during their hospital stay.
Receiving the donation on behalf of the hospital, the General Ward In-Charge of the Children’s Ward, Madam Helen Tsibu, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the AfriKids Alumni, describing the act as inspiring and commendable.
The Director of AfriKids Hospital, Mr. Godfred Njindan, who was present at the event, praised the beneficiaries for embodying the organization’s core values of empowerment and social responsibility.
“This is the true impact of sustainable development — when those who were once supported rise to support others. We are incredibly proud of what these young people are doing. The television came at the right time; we were actually planning to replace that particular one. We are so grateful to the group for their generosity,” Mr. Njindan said.
The clean-up and donation form part of a broader movement among AfriKids alumni to initiate community-led projects across the Upper East Region. Organizers hinted at plans to replicate similar exercises in schools, markets, and public institutions in the coming months.
AfriKids has worked in Ghana since 2002, focusing on child protection, education, and healthcare. The organization is widely recognized for its grassroots approach to development and its success in empowering vulnerable children and families.
Source: A1Radioonline.com|101.1Mhz|Samuel Adagom|Bolgatanga
