The Duamenefa Foundation in collaborations with Tanko Foundation and other supporters began their annual covenant keeping humanitarian outreach program in line with the gospel according to Mathew chapter 25: 35, this morning, to nine selected hospitals and orphanages, bringing meals, prayers, and encouragement to patients and healthcare workers. The outreach sponsored by His Excellency, Dr. Gabriel Kwamigah Atokple Tanko – Togbi Nyaxordeakorla I, CEO of the Foundation and Mr. Emmanuel Ketaman Evortepe, the executive president of the Duamenefa Foundation and CEO of Fafaa 100. 3 Fm, with supports from Dr. Attipoe Joseph, the deputy president of the Duamenefa Foundation, Dr. David Kotei Nutakor – Togbi Dunenyo I, Mamaga Duamenefa I, Mr. Evans Adrah, Mr. and Mrs. Dordunu, Mr. and Mrs. Dagba, Mamaga Eweawo fe Adzagba, and the Intercessors of the Land.
The program was conducted under the supervision of Torgbui Duamenefa I, also known as Mr. Ketaman Emmanuel Evortepe, the Executive President of Duamenefa Foundation and CEO of Fafaa 100.3 FM.
The first day of the outreach covered Saint Anthony Hospital in Dzodze, Ketu North Municipal Hospital in Weta, and Abor-Weme Hospital. Other facilities line up are, Aflao General Hospital, Keta Government Hospital, Akatsi Government Hospital, Dagbi Hospital, In My Father’s House Orphanage and Father’s Heart of Tegbi- Keta, aiming to bring comfort, encouragement, and practical support to patients while also appreciating the dedication of healthcare workers.
This initiative is part of an annual program consistently organized since inceptions, providing meals, prayers, and encouragement to patients every year. They remained committed to this tradition, ensuring that vulnerable members of society receive emotional, spiritual, and practical support regularly.
The visits were described as warm and beautiful, as the team were received with great hospitality and appreciation. Health workers, together with administrators and supervisors, warmly welcomed the team and expressed heartfelt gratitude for the impact on patients and communities.
The program was broadcast live on Fafaa 100.3 FM, during which patients and health workers shared their experiences on air. Many expressed satisfaction with the visit, describing it as encouraging, timely, and deeply meaningful. They commended the team for the meals, prayers, and compassion shown.
The prayer intercessions is under the leadership of the Intercessors of the Land, also known as the Prayer Task Force behind Duamenefa Foundation. They provided spiritual guidance and prayers. The team included Rev. Dr. Samuel Garyibor, Rev. Theresa Governor Seke, Rev., Apostle Rojah Amedagbe, Rev. Dr. Agorsor, among others, emphasizing the foundation’s belief in combining humanitarian service with spiritual support.
Members of the team spent time with patients, sharing food, offering words of hope, and praying for healing and strength. Representatives of the foundation explained that the initiative was driven by compassion and a desire to provide emotional and spiritual care alongside medical support.
The team expressed deep appreciation to all sponsors and donors whose generous contributions made the outreach successful and impactful.
They used the occassion to educate patients and staff on the importance of mental and spiritual wellness, highlighting that recovery and well-being involve not only medical treatment but also emotional and spiritual support. Many health workers noted that this holistic approach motivates patients and improves the hospital environment.
Several patients shared their personal stories on air, describing how the visits give them hope and encouragement in difficult times. Some recounted past struggles with illness and expressed gratitude for the foundation’s continuous efforts to bring comfort to the sick.
The sponsors and organizers emphasized that the program reflects the spirit of collaboration and community service, showing how individuals, foundations, and faith-based groups can work together to positively impact lives. They encouraged other well-meaning individuals and organizations to join similar initiatives to extend hope and care to more communities in need.
The team also engaged hospital staff in discussions about sustaining community care initiatives, sharing ideas on how local volunteers, donors, and faith-based groups can continue to support patients beyond the outreach. Health workers expressed optimism that such programs inspire a stronger sense of community responsibility and improve patient morale.
Looking ahead, the team revealed plans to expand the outreach programs to more hospitals and communities, emphasizing that consistent engagement, compassion, and prayer are key to creating a lasting positive change. The outreach will continue with visits to other hospitals and orphanage homes to extend support and prayers to more vulnerable members of society.
By Hutor Dziwornu
Edited by: Isabella Evortepe- Fafaa Fm