The Livingstone Foundation, established by Ghanaian music icon Stonebwoy, has stepped up its health advocacy efforts with a free breast cancer screening and awareness exercise held at the African University of Communication and Business (AUCB) in Adabraka, Accra.
The initiative, organised in collaboration with Unichem Ghana Limited, forms part of activities marking the 10th anniversary of Stonebwoy’s flagship BHIM Festival, and underscores the Foundation’s growing focus on community health empowerment alongside its work in education and youth development.
The event attracted students, university staff, and residents of Adabraka, who received professional breast cancer screening, counselling, and practical demonstrations on self-examination techniques. Health experts also educated participants on early warning signs, preventive measures, and treatment options available in Ghana.
Speaking at the event, Dr. Louisa Satekla-Ansong, a Dental Surgeon, Public Health Practitioner, and Director of The Livingstone Foundation, said the initiative reflects the Foundation’s commitment to promoting preventive healthcare among women.
“Breast cancer remains one of the most common and deadly cancers among women, but early detection can make all the difference. This outreach aims to equip women with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of their health,” she noted.
Dr. Satekla-Ansong encouraged women to undergo routine checkups and avoid waiting until symptoms become severe, adding that education and awareness were key to breaking the stigma and fear surrounding breast cancer.
The day blended health education with entertainment, as participants engaged in karaoke sessions, fun games, and dance performances led by the energetic Accra Boys Dance Group, helping to create a relaxed, interactive learning atmosphere.
Professor Isaac Abeiku Blankson, President of AUCB, praised The Livingstone Foundation for its “transformative community work” and said the partnership reflects the university’s commitment to social responsibility and public health advocacy.
“This event not only educates but saves lives. It’s a reminder that collaboration between institutions and civil society can achieve meaningful change,” he stated.
Participants expressed gratitude for the initiative, describing it as “eye-opening” and “life-changing.” Many said they might not have attended a hospital screening if the service had not been brought directly to their community.
The event received strong backing from several partners, including Nestlé Milo, Ghandour Cosmetics, Chickenman Pizzaman, Donerbite Ghana, Belpak Tissues, Verna Mineral Water, Bigoo Drink, Burniton Music Group, and Bhim Festival, whose contributions—ranging from refreshments to logistics—helped make the outreach successful.
Through this campaign, The Livingstone Foundation continues to solidify its role as a socially responsive force, using the power of celebrity influence and collaboration to advance health, education, and empowerment across Ghana.
