A new chapter in community healthcare has begun in Berekuso, Akuapim South municipality of the Eastern region, with the commissioning of a modern clinic, thanks to a six-year partnership between FirstBank Ghana and the Rotary Club of Accra Ring Road Central.

The newly built Berekuso Community Clinic replaces an older facility that served the community for nearly 20 years under difficult conditions.

The upgraded clinic comes with improved infrastructure and modern medical equipment, aimed at delivering quality and inclusive healthcare to Berekuso and neighbouring communities.

The commissioning ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including Rotary International President-Elect (RIPE) Mario César Martins de Camargo, Rotary District 9104 Governor Florence Maame Hagan, FirstBank Ghana Managing Director and Rotary Past District Governor Victor Yaw Asante, and Rotary Club of Accra Ring Road Central President Albert Bahun Wilson.

Describing the project as “a symbol of compassion and a beacon of hope,” Mr. Camargo said, “We are not merely commissioning a building; we are igniting hope, affirming dignity, and laying the foundation for a healthier, stronger, more empowered community.”

District Governor Hagan said the clinic aligns with Rotary’s focus areas, including maternal and child health, disease prevention, and water sanitation.

She stressed that staff training and integration with the Ghana Health Service would ensure the long-term sustainability of the facility.

FirstBank Ghana’s Managing Director, Victor Yaw Asante, expressed the bank’s pride in being part of such a transformative project, saying, “Our collaboration with the Rotary Club of Accra – Ring Road Central has enabled us to contribute significantly to improving the lives of Ghanaians. This project symbolises our shared commitment to building stronger, healthier communities.”

Rotarian Albert Bahun Wilson added that the new clinic marks a turning point for Berekuso. “This facility represents hope and dignity. It will lay the foundation for a healthier and more empowered community.”