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April 16, 2026
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Australian-based audiologist donate hearing aids to Ghanaians in need
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Key Points
- 60 free hearing aids, valued at approximately GH¢500,000, were donated to Ghanaians living with hearing impairment.
- The initiative was led by Dr. Julitta Amponsah, an Australian-based Ghanaian audiologist, in partnership with the University of Ghana’s Department of Audiology and Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
- This donation addresses a critical gap in hearing healthcare in Ghana, where only 20 audiologists serve a population of over 35 million, and access to hearing aids is severely limited.
- The devices restore communication abilities, improve educational and economic opportunities, and enhance the quality of life for beneficiaries like school teacher Samuel Kissi.
- This is considered the first step in a longer-term commitment, with plans for a larger initiative next year including scaled distribution, community outreach, and training for local audiology professionals.
Why This Matters
This initiative highlights the acute shortage of audiology services and access to hearing aids in Ghana, which severely impacts the educational and economic prospects of those with hearing loss. The ongoing partnership and planned larger initiative are crucial for building sustainable hearing care infrastructure, improving public health outcomes, and enhancing human capital development across the nation.
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