Ahafo Ano North District, Ashanti, Ghana – In a landmark recognition of its tireless efforts to combat Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) and their consequences, Tim Africa Aid Ghana has been awarded the Anesvad Foundation Award in the category “Award for Impact on Environmental, Social, and Economic Determinants for the Prevention of NTDs and Cross-Morbidity (NTD-CM).”
This honour highlights the our innovative and holistic approach to tackling NTDs in the Ahafo Ano North District of Ashanti. In this region, marginalized communities often face poor sanitation, limited healthcare access, and economic disparities that exacerbate the spread of these preventable diseases.
A Holistic Approach to NTD Prevention
Tim Africa Aid Ghana has been instrumental in addressing the root causes of NTDs in Ahafo Ano North District by integrating environmental, social, and economic interventions into our programs. Our work includes:
- Improving Sanitation & Hygiene: Implementing clean water projects and community education to reduce disease transmission in rural and underserved areas.
- Economic Empowerment: Supporting income-generating activities to help vulnerable households break the cycle of poverty linked to NTDs.
- Healthcare Access: Strengthening local health systems to ensure early detection and treatment of NTDs and related conditions.
By tackling these interconnected factors, Tim Africa Aid Ghana has made significant strides in reducing the burden of NTDs while improving overall community resilience in Ahafo Ano North.
Why This Award Matters
The Anesvad Foundation, a global leader in the fight against NTDs, recognizes organizations that go beyond traditional healthcare models to create sustainable change. This award underscores the importance of multi-sectoral collaboration in disease prevention—proving that environmental sustainability, social equity, and economic stability are critical to long-term health outcomes, especially in districts like Ahafo Ano North.
A Celebration of Progress
Receiving this award is not just an honour for Tim Africa Aid Ghana but also a testament to the resilience of the communities we serve in the Ashanti Region. It reinforces the belief that health is a fundamental human right and that systemic change is possible through dedicated, community-driven efforts.
As we celebrate this milestone, we look forward to even greater advancements in the fight against NTDs—because no one should suffer from preventable diseases in the 21st century.
Congratulations, Tim Africa Aid Ghana, on this well-deserved recognition!