In a powerful show of solidarity and social impact, Access Bank Holdings, the parent company of Access Bank (Ghana) PLC, has launched a coordinated blood donation drive across all its operating countries.

The initiative is part of the bank’s broader Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts and commemorates World Sickle Cell Day.

In Ghana, the bank teamed up with the National Blood Service-Greater Accra Regional Blood Centre to host a heartfelt donation campaign that brought together staff, customers, and members of the public. Volunteers rolled up their sleeves to support sickle cell patients and others facing life-threatening conditions requiring blood transfusions.

Speaking on the significance of the initiative, Managing Director of Access Bank Ghana, Olumide Olatunji, said the bank is committed to helping the health delivery system in the country.

“This is more than a campaign. It is a lifeline. By organising this blood donation drive, we are not only saving lives but also reaffirming our commitment to creating a lasting, positive impact in the communities we serve. At Access Bank, we believe in advancing Africa—not just in the future, but right now—through bold, necessary initiatives like this,” he said.

On his part, Head of Corporate Communications & Brand Management Edward Nelson-Addy said the drive was as much about awareness as it was about action.

“We understand the emotional and physical toll that sickle cell disease takes on families across Ghana. This initiative allowed us to stand in the gap, creating hope where it’s needed most. It’s the kind of purpose-driven work that defines who we are—not just as a bank, but as a committed community partner.”

In continuation of its strategic intent to be a leading sustainability-focused Bank and build a healthy Africa, Access Bank continues to invest in the communities it operates in, delivering superior value to customers and other stakeholders. These investments, together with its sustainability commitment to impact lives now and in the future, have earned Access Bank enviable industry awards and recognitions, including the 2024 Best ESG Bank in Ghana by Euromoney and Most Innovative Bank for Community Engagement in 2023.