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04/05/2026

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01/05/2026

May Day in Action – Karaga Cleans Up! 🧹
On this 1st May 2026, as we celebrate Workers’ Day, the Karaga Municipal Security Services, alongside other workers and dedicated Red Cross volunteers, united for a impactful clean-up exercise across key areas:
📍 District Hospital
📍 EC Office
📍 District Police Station
📍 NEDCo Office
📍 Karaga Health Centre
Residents and shop owners also stepped up by cleaning their surroundings, making it a true community effort.
Together, we didn’t just celebrate workers, we worked to build a cleaner, healthier Karaga!

Picture credit to: Mr. Ibrahim Firdous.

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28/04/2026

The streets of the Northern Regional capital came alive on the morning of 15th March 2026, as a powerful wave of humanity flooded the roads in a spirited Health Walk organized by the Ghana Red Cross Society. What many described as “a city on fire” was not chaos, but a vibrant display of unity, purpose, and commitment to humanitarian service.
Clad in red and white, volunteers, students, and security personnel marched side by side, sending a strong message about the importance of health awareness and the visibility of the Red Cross mission. The walk, proudly sponsored by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), brought together a diverse group of participants, reflecting the strength of collaboration in building healthier communities.
Among those who joined the walk were personnel from the Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Immigration Service, whose presence ensured both security and solidarity. Youthful energy was evident as members of the Ghana Scout Association marched enthusiastically alongside students from Kalpohini Senior High School, Tamale Technical Institute, and Islamic Senior High School. Volunteers from the Zone D Branch also showed up in full force, demonstrating their unwavering dedication to service.
The event was further dignified by the presence of key figures, including the Head of Programs and National Disaster Manager, Mr. Jeremiah Afoko, whose leadership continues to inspire impactful humanitarian action. Also in attendance was Mr. Nguessan Edmond Yapo, Movement Specialist from the ICRC, who reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to supporting initiatives that promote health and community resilience.
The walk was not just an event—it was a statement. A statement of care, unity, and proactive engagement in promoting well-being across the region.
A special note of appreciation goes to the ICRC for their generous sponsorship and continued support.
Photo credit: Ahmed Salim, Regional Communications.
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28/04/2026

The Ghana Red Cross Society has once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to humanitarian service through a timely donation to the Northern School of Business on the 27th of April 2026. The gesture, carried out by the Northern Regional Secretariat on behalf of the Secretary General, followed a tragic fire incident that affected the school’s girls’ dormitory earlier in the year.
The unfortunate incident occurred on the 28th of January 2026, when a fire outbreak swept through the girls’ dormitory, destroying personal belongings and leaving many students displaced and in distress. The situation disrupted academic life and created an urgent need for support for the affected students.
In response, the Secretary General of the Ghana Red Cross Society paid a visit to the school on the 10th of February 2026 to assess the extent of damage. Deeply moved by the condition of the students, he made a promise to provide relief items to support them and help restore a sense of comfort and dignity.
Fulfilling this promise, the Northern Regional Secretariat organized a donation exercise to present essential items to the school. The items donated included boxes of sanitary pads, boxes of ladies’ underwear, and pairs of socks—basic but important necessities aimed at meeting the immediate needs of the affected female students.
The donation was officially handed over by a team of dedicated Red Cross representatives, including the Acting General Manager, the Sagnarigu Municipal Organizer, the Tamale Metro Organizer, and the Regional Youth Organizer. They were supported by Municipal Volunteers as well as School Branch Volunteers, whose involvement reflected the strength of grassroots humanitarian action.
The school authorities received the items with heartfelt appreciation, noting that the support would go a long way in easing the burden on the affected students. For many of the girls who lost their personal belongings in the fire, the donation was not just material assistance but also a symbol of care, solidarity, and hope.
Speaking during the presentation, representatives of the Ghana Red Cross Society reiterated their commitment to responding to emergencies and supporting vulnerable communities. They encouraged the students to remain resilient and focused on their education, assuring them that they are not alone.
This intervention highlights the core principles of the Ghana Red Cross Society—humanity, voluntary service, and compassion. It also underscores the importance of standing together as a community in times of crisis.
As the Northern School of Business continues its recovery, the impact of this donation will remain a lasting reminder of kindness and support when it was needed most.
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15/04/2026

The Ghana Red Cross Society, Northern Regional Branch joined by the Movement Cooperation Specialist of ICRC, Nguessan Edmond Yapo and the Head of Programs and National Disaster Manager, Mr. Jeremiah Afako paid a courtesy call on the Paramount Chief of the Sagnarigu Traditional Area, Naa Ambassador Yakubu Abdulai.
The purpose of the visit forms part of efforts to make the Ghana Red Cross Society more visible and accepted within the communities it operates.
The Ag. Regional Manager Mr. Yakubu Amin took the time to introduce the delegation to the Chief and his elders. He further shared the purpose of the visit, highlighting that the Red Cross has been in existence for over 60 years but less attention had been given to the society at the community level. He added that the Sagnarigu Municipality branch of the Ghana Red Cross Society has been working hard in the implementation of their activities but lacks office space. He used the opportunity to appeal to the Paramount Chief to facilitate access to an office space. He concluded by pointing to some projects and interventions the Red Cross Society has implemented in the region and ongoing activities.
The Head of Programme and National Disaster Manager of GRCS expressed his gratitude to the Chief for accepting the delegation to his Palace and presented some of the disaster interventions undertaken by the society in the region and beyond. The Movement Cooperation Specialist of ICRC also thanked the Sagnarigu Chief for the warm reception given to the delegation.
The delegation was led by the Chairman of the Regional Committee, Lawyer Dajiah J. Iddrisu, who on behalf of the Ghana Red Cross Society donated an equipped first aid box to the Palace.
In his remarks, the Chief commended the delegation for the visit and shared a brief history of the Red Cross and its contribution to International Humanitarian Law, as he is a former diplomat. He further acknowledged the work of the society and gave his assurance that “we will support the Red Cross; anytime you require our intervention, we will be there for you,” he said. The Chief again educated the team on Dagban customs and traditions and the architecture of the palace. As a sign of appreciation, the Chief also presented smocks to the delegation. He concluded by saying, “Welcome to Sagnarigu, my doors are always open.”
The delegation was excited about the kind reception and assurance given by the Chief and his acceptance of the society in his Palace.
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11/02/2026

As part of the Ghana Red Cross Society, Secretary General's familiarisation tour to the Northern Region accompanied by National Disaster Manager, he held a meeting with the Northern Regional Executive Committee and the Volunteers of the region .

In these meetings, the Secretary General highlighted the need to strengthen visibility of the Red Cross Society in the region, by touching base with the communities through public sensitization, collaborating with state, traditional, religious authorities and media. He also called for massive celebration of Red Cross day this year.

He also gave a massive assurance to the Regional committee that as the Ghana Red Cross Society is undergoing transformation, volunteers of the GRCS will be recognised and duly motivated to inspired to have hope and confidence in the society, he added that the Headquarters will soon begin the issuance of digital membership cards subject to periodic renewals.

The Secretary General was warmly welcomed by the Regional Committee, and members made contributions, recommendations and asked questions.

Key issues that were highlighted for the attention of the Secretary General to consider included an engagement of permanent staff to manage the Regional Secretariet, training of more first aid instructors and master trainers for the region, projects initiation with approval from Headquarters and collaborative implementations and opportunities for Red Cross Volunteers.

The Regional Committee, gave the Secretary General their assurance of support and work with him to achieve success. Members of the committee were excited to have the SG visited them today, as his presentation gives a renewed hope and trust that Red Cross can work again in the region.

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10/02/2026

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10/02/2026

Earlier today, the Secretary General of the Ghana Red Cross Society (GRCS), accompanied by Disaster Manager at the Headquarters visited Northern School of Business Senior High School in Tamale during his familiarisation visit in the Northern Region .

He held a meeting with the school link of the GRCS. In the meeting, he admonished the students to take their studies serious and be discipline. He also called for the link to initiate activities that will enhance the impact of the GRCS in the school. He expressed his excitement for the enthusiasm and courage of the students, and further assured them his support to continue to make the link more vibrant.

The Secretary General, responded to some questions of the students and the patrons and disclosed that under his leadership, volunteers will be well motivated, more empowerment and trainings will soon be rolled out and scholarship opportunities for volunteers to study abroad, as there is an ongoing negotiation with the Turkish High Commission in Ghana for such opportunities.

He finally sympathised with the school authority and the students on the fire out break that recently affected the girls dormitory of the school and took a walk to witness the destruction forhimself.

The Assistant Headmaster in charge of Domestic, shared the challenges the girls are now facing as a result of the fire outbreak and calls for the support of benevolent organisations and individuals to come to the aid of the students with basic girls and women stuff to salvage the situation.

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10/01/2026

10/01/2026

The National President of the Ghana Red Cross Society (GRCS), Dr Edward Donkoh, has expressed gratitude to volunteers in the Upper West Region for their dedicat