Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President of the Republic, has settled medical bills for scores of children at the Department of Child Health of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
The gesture formed part of activities commemorating his birthday.
Leading a delegation to make the payments on behalf of the former Vice President, Mrs Akosua Manu, a Special Aide at his office, explained that the initiative was inspired by Dr Bawumia’s compassion for children, especially those facing health challenges.
More than GHS 80,000 was donated towards the payment of medical bills and the purchase of essential medicines for the children.
The in-charges of the respective wards received the funds on behalf of the beneficiaries and expressed heartfelt appreciation to Dr Bawumia and his team. They described the donation as a timely intervention that has brought hope and relief to the affected families.
The visit was filled with smiles, gratitude, and heartfelt prayers for Dr Bawumia, whose birthday was marked by spreading kindness and joy to children in need.
A team led by the Administrator of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF), Mr Harry Hanson, has officially handed over a new standby generator set to the National Reconstructive Plastic Surgery and Burns Centre of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
During the presentation, Mr Hanson noted that as the premier and oldest hospital in the country, Korle Bu continues to play a critical role in Ghana’s health system.
He explained that the donation follows a request from the hospital for support to enhance its service delivery.
Mr Hanson further stated that the DACF, being a constitutional body mandated to ensure equitable access to essential socio-economic services such as healthcare across the country, found it necessary to respond positively to the Hospital’s appeal.
He expressed confidence that the generator, with a capacity of 500 KVA, will significantly improve power reliability and ensure uninterrupted operations in critical units.
Receiving the generator on behalf of the Hospital, the Chief Executive Officer, Dr Yakubu Seidu Adam, expressed profound appreciation to the DACF for its timely support.
He highlighted that the generator will serve vital departments, including the Plastic Surgery and Burns Centre, the Maternity Department, and the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), all of which rely heavily on stable power to carry out life-saving procedures.
Also present at the brief ceremony were the Acting Director of the National Reconstructive Plastic Surgery and Burns Centre, Dr Edem Anyigba, and other members of management and staff of both the DACF and the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
In recognition of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the Walk for Hope 2025 was held to raise awareness and support for children battling cancer.
Participants walked from the Korle Bu Child Health forecourt through the Accra Post Office and surrounding areas, before returning to the Korle Bu Child Health Department, where the programme continued with exercises and engaging activities.
The walk aimed to mobilise public support for the establishment of Ghana’s first-ever 40-bed Paediatric Oncology Treatment Centre, to stand in solidarity with children and families affected by childhood cancer, and to create greater public awareness of the disease.
The event brought together a diverse community of supporters, including Prof. Catherine Segbefia, Head of the Department of Child Health; Prof. Lorna Renner, Head of the Oncology Unit; doctors and nurses from the Department of Child Health; partner clubs; medical students; and staff from various institutions.
Childhood cancer survivors added a creative touch to the programme by showcasing their artistic paintings.
Fun games, such as the lime-on-spoon race, brought joy to children and families.
The Walk for Hope 2025 served as a powerful reminder that when communities unite during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, they inspire hope, compassion, and action for a brighter future.
Staff from the various unit of the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital have undergone fire safety training to boost preparedness against emergencies.
The exercise, led by ADO1 Dave Ocran and Leading Fireman Samuel Nkrumah of the Ghana National Fire Service, focused on fire prevention, safe evacuation, and the proper use of extinguishers.
Participants were introduced to the “fire triangle” of oxygen, heat, and fuel, and taught practical survival tips such as crawling to avoid smoke inhalation and the “stop, drop, and roll” technique for extinguishing flames on clothing.
The session also outlined common fire causes including electrical faults, accidents, and arson and stressed the need for clear exit routes in buildings. Staff were trained on the different fire classes and matching extinguishing methods, from water for solid materials to dry chemical powder for gas and liquid fires.
The training combined theory with hands-on practice, leaving staff better equipped to respond quickly and effectively to fire emergencies.
The Founder of the International Central Gospel Church (ICGC), Pastor Dr. Mensa Otabil, has described the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital as a battlefield and assured that his church will provide the necessary ammunition to help it succeed.
Pastor Otabil made these remarks when a delegation from the Hospital, led by the Board Chairman, Prof. Titus Beyuo, paid a courtesy call to express appreciation for the Church’s consistent support over the last sixteen years.
He acknowledged that working in the health sector is rewarding yet frustrating, emphasising that it is a tough environment that requires resilience, patience, and commitment to deliver quality healthcare to Ghanaians.
Pastor Otabil reiterated that ICGC’s sixteen-year support journey with Korle Bu is only the beginning of many more partnerships to be rolled out to ensure the delivery of seamless healthcare services, particularly in supporting paediatric oncology cases.
The Chief Executive Officer of the Hospital, Dr. Yakubu Seidu Adam, explained that the visit to the Church was to acknowledge and express profound gratitude for its support to over 2,000 patients. “It is only God who can adequately reward you and your members for this generosity over the years,” Dr. Adam concluded.
The Board Chairman of Korle Bu, Prof. Titus Beyuo, while thanking the Founder of ICGC, noted that the visit was an important step towards recognising and valuing the sixteen-year gesture.
The Korle Bu delegation included: Mrs. Mavis Amerley Frimpong Osei, Board Member; Dr. Frank Owusu-Sekyere, Director of Medical Affairs; Mr. Munir Alhassan, Director of Administration; Mrs. Aimee Akotey, Ag. Director of Nursing and Midwifery Services; Mr. Yehuza Jawula, Director of Human Resources; Mr. Gideon Gawuga, Ag. Director of Finance; Mrs. Felicity Commey, Deputy Director of Supply Chain; Prof. Lorna Awo Renner, Paediatric Oncologist; and Mr. Mustapha Salifu, Head of Public Relations.
The Department of Child Health, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital recently organised a week-long comprehensive Foundation Course, from Monday, August 25th to Friday August 29th 2025, the first of its kind, to welcome its new paediatric residents.
The course, dubbed the “DCH Residency Runway”, was led by three course facilitators; Prof Catherine Segbefia, the Head of department, Dr Lily Gloria Tagoe, the departmental Postgraduate training coordinator, and Dr Susan Zakariah, Paediatric emergency medicine/ critical care specialist.
The course was designed to equip residents with the essential skills for a successful residency. The course kicked off with a session guiding residents on a roadmap to membership examinations and offering tips for success as adult learners. Residents were then taken through crucial topics including effective studying techniques, clinical documentation, history taking, and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
The residents also gained valuable practical experience with hands-on sessions on paediatric procedures, rapid cycle deliberate practice, and a master simulation featuring three different clinical scenarios.
The week wrapped up with a panel discussion on "surviving residency" moderated by Dr. Annie Owusu, a paediatric nephrology fellow-in-training, with panellists including paediatric residents, paediatricians, and a psychiatrist.
The final day also provided a fun and supportive end with free professional headshots and residency time capsule videos.
The feedback from the new residents was overwhelmingly positive, with many highlighting the course's practical value, the welcoming and supportive environment, the bonding opportunity it provided and the amazing food. One resident noted, "This was a million-dollar experience!”.
