Zenith Bank supports childhood cancer unit at Greater Accra Regional Hospital

Zenith Bank Ghana has donated GH¢150,000 to support children undergoing cancer treatment at the Childhood Cancer Unit of the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, as part of activities commemorating its 21st anniversary. The donation, made through Cure Childhood Cancer Ghana, a non-governmental organisation will support the treatment and care of children receiving care at the Unit. The initiative aligns with the Bank’s sustained commitment to support healthcare initiatives that improve outcomes for vulnerable groups within society.

By supporting childhood cancer care, the Bank aims to help ease the burden on affected families while contributing to improved health outcomes for children undergoing treatment. This commitment to childhood cancer treatment was previously demonstrated in 2023 when the Bank supported the Paediatric Oncology Unit of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital with a donation towards childhood cancer care. Speaking on the donation, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank Ghana, Henry Onwuzurigbo said the Bank’s decision to support childhood cancer care again was consistent with its approach to Corporate Social Responsibility.

“As we celebrate 21 years of operations in Ghana, we continue to recognise the importance of giving back to the communities that have been part of our journey. Healthcare remains an important area of our CSR efforts and supporting children and families affected by cancer is one way we can contribute to easing some of the challenges they face.” Mr. Onwuzurigbo said the Bank’s CSR initiatives were guided by the commitment to respond to critical needs where support could make a practical difference.

“Our support for childhood cancer care is not a one-off intervention. We previously supported the Paediatric Oncology Unit at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital and we are pleased to continue that support. We believe that every child deserves access to the care they need and we are committed to playing our part.” Cure Childhood Cancer Ghana Childhood cancer treatment can place considerable financial pressure on families, particularly where the cost of treatment, medication and supportive care extends over a long period.

It is against this background that Cure Childhood Cancer Ghana works to support families who are unable to meet the cost of treatment for their children. The organisation partners with the Childhood Canc…