As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts and in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Consolidated Bank Ghana LTD (CBG) has officially launched the CBG Sickbay Project with the commissioning of an ultra-modern sickbay at the Methodist Senior High/Technical School in Berekum.

The CBG Sickbay Project is a national initiative aimed at strengthening healthcare infrastructure in selected secondary schools across Ghana. The project seeks to enhance student well-being by improving access to medical support, emergency care, and essential health services within their learning environment.

The newly commissioned sickbay in Berekum is the first under this initiative. It is equipped with essential medical resources, including hospital beds, office furniture, and basic first-aid supplies, ensuring that students receive timely and quality healthcare when needed.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Deputy Managing Director of CBG, Mr. Thairu Ndungu, reiterated the Bank’s commitment to promoting health, education, and community development. He emphasized that the Sickbay Project advances SDGs 3, 4, and 6, which focus on good health and well-being, quality education, and clean water and sanitation.

“As a responsible corporate citizen, we recognize our commitment to the community and the importance of providing a conducive environment that prioritizes their health and well-being. The CBG Sickbay Project is our way of contributing to the holistic development of the next generation,” Mr. Ndungu said. He added that the initiative reflects CBG’s dedication to strengthening communities and creating lasting, positive impact across Ghana.

The Headmistress of the Methodist Senior High/Technical School, Mrs. Monica Oforiwaa Asiedu, expressed profound appreciation to CBG for the intervention. She noted that the sickbay will significantly enhance the school’s ability to provide prompt medical care and support students’ physical and mental well-being.

The commissioning ceremony was attended by education authorities, health officials, religious leaders, and senior executives of CBG, including the Deputy Director-in-charge of Supervision at the Berekum Municipal Directorate of Education, Mr. Stephen Agyei Munufie; Berekum Municipal Disease Control Officer, Mr. Fred Azu; the Methodist Bishop of the Sunyani Diocese, Rt. Rev. Kwaku Effah; the Director of Retail and Business Banking at CBG, Mr. Emmanuel Nikoi; and other management members.

The CBG Sickbay Project forms part of the Bank’s broader CSR strategy, which focuses on addressing key societal challenges in healthcare, education, and community development. CBG plans to extend the project to more schools in the coming years, improving student welfare and contributing to Ghana’s human capital development.

Consolidated Bank Ghana LTD is wholly owned by the Government of Ghana and operates as a universal bank with 114 branches in 13 regions. The Bank continues to demonstrate strong government backing, a solid SME support base, and a commitment to serving communities across the nation.