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Nestlé Ghana Limited is supporting various institutions and communities in Ghana in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic, through various donations valued at a total of GH ¢ 2.4 million.
Nestlé Ghana Managing Director Philomena Tan stated: “Nestlé is part of the social fabric in Ghana that has operated here for over 62 years.
Throughout this difficult period, our workforce, including our factory and distribution network, has demonstrated a strong commitment to ensuring that the population continues to have access to affordable food and drink at affordable prices.
“There is no business without society, and the health and well-being of society are a key priority for responsible business. The opportunity to offer help to the vulnerable in society and to support the government’s effort to mitigate the challenges resulting from Covid-19 is adequate, ”said Ms. Tan.
He also joined the calls of many to appreciate the immense contribution of frontline workers, including healthcare professionals across the country, who work tirelessly to keep us all safe.
Association with the Ghana Red Cross
Through the global partnership with the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), Nestlé has donated cash, food and beverages to the Ghana Red Cross Society to support Covid’s aid. 19 in Ghana.
Nestlé food and beverages were distributed to 50,000 families in selected Accra and Kumasi communities along with information on Covid-19 precautions, healthy eating tips, and messages on preventing iron deficiency.
The additional funds will be used to carry out water, sanitation and hygiene activities in selected private communities affected by Covid-19 and to purchase personal protective equipment (PPE) for health workers and medical equipment for health facilities.
Contributing to other relief efforts in the country.
Nestlé Ghana also contributed a collective donation from the Ghana Industries Association (AGI) to the national aid fund Covid-19.
The company also donated beverages for distribution to vulnerable people as part of the “Relief Box Program” initiated by the Rebecca Foundation.
