GAF commanders pledge entire month’s salary to Mahama Cares Fund

Service Commanders of the Ghana Armed Forces (GFA) have donated their salaries. They contributed one month's basic salary to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, known as Mahama Cares.

This donation aims to support vulnerable Ghanaians with serious health issues. These include cancer, cardiovascular diseases, stroke, and chronic kidney failure.

On May 16, Chief of Defence Staff Brigadier General William Agyapong spoke to President John Dramani Mahama. He represented military leadership and highlighted the fund's importance for citizens facing health challenges.

He said, “It is heartwarming to know that people with conditions like cancer will benefit from this fund. That is why my military command and I decided to contribute our one-month basic salary.”

President Mahama leads the Mahama Cares initiative. He thanked the Armed Forces for their patriotism and compassion.

“Thank you for this initiative,” he said. “You protect our borders but also care for our people.”

The Mahama Cares initiative provides financial support for those with chronic illnesses. It aims to ensure fair healthcare access for individuals facing financial barriers.