The intervention forms part of ofi’s Healthy Living (OHL) Campaign, a health and wellness initiative aimed at improving the well-being of employees, farmers, and farming communities within the company’s supply chain.

Led by its cashew business, ofi supplied essential medical equipment to the Donkro Nkwanta Health Facility in the Nkoranza South Municipal District. The facility serves as the primary healthcare centre for several surrounding communities, including Akropong, Salamkrom, Akuma, and Kyeradeso, making it a critical point of care for residents in the area.

Donated items included a two-crank hospital bed, an oxygen concentrator, an 18-litre autoclave, and an 18-litre water bath to support operations at the laboratory and maternity ward. The company also repaired faulty electrical wiring and repainted both units to enhance the facility’s environment for patients and staff.

Speaking at the donation ceremony, the General Manager for ofi’s Cashew Business, Raphael Yussif Amankwa, highlighted the importance of improving rural healthcare delivery.

“The lack of adequate healthcare infrastructure contributes to lower life expectancy in many farming communities,” he said. “Through the ofi Healthy Living Campaign, we remain committed to supporting the health and safety of farmers and their families. Beyond the equipment donation, we have refurbished the laboratory and maternity ward to ensure the facility delivers dignified and reliable care.”

He further urged health workers and community members to ensure proper maintenance of the equipment to guarantee long-term use.

Receiving the items on behalf of the Municipal Health Directorate, Madam Asana Lenseni expressed appreciation for the support, noting that the intervention would benefit not only Donkro Nkwanta but also surrounding communities that depend on the facility for healthcare services.

The Chairman of the Health Facility Committee and representative of the Chief of Donkro Nkwanta, Nana Owusu-Akyeam Brempong II, Mr. Adukwei Michael, described the support as a “remarkable and timely intervention.” He added that although other cashew companies operate in the area, ofi is the first to make such a meaningful contribution to community development.

Also speaking at the event, the Country Head of ofi’s operations in Ghana, Eric Asare Botwe, reiterated the company’s commitment to farmer welfare.

“Farmers are essential stakeholders in our supply chain, and their well-being sits at the heart of our sustainability commitment. By supporting healthcare in farming communities, we are helping build resilient, thriving environments where families can live and work with dignity.”

The ceremony concluded with a guided tour of the refurbished facility, allowing stakeholders and community members to inspect the improvements firsthand.