{
  "id": 12152464,
  "title": "Zenith Bank supports Childhood Cancer Unit at Greater Accra Regional Hospital",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/zenith-bank-supports-childhood-cancer-unit-at-greater-accra-regional",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-10-05T12:57:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Joy Business",
    "slug": "joy-business",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/zenith-bank-supports-childhood-cancer-unit-at-greater-accra-regional-hospital-2/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Zenith Bank Ghana has donated GH¢150,000 to support the Childhood Cancer Unit at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, marking its 21st anniversary. This contribution, made through Cure Childhood Cancer Ghana, a non-governmental organization, aims to ease the financial burden on families affected by childhood cancer and enhance the overall health outcomes for children undergoing treatment. Managing Director Henry Onwuzurigbo emphasized that the bank's support aligns with its commitment to corporate social responsibility, specifically targeting critical needs where assistance can make a significant difference. The donation is part of an ongoing commitment, as Zenith Bank previously supported a similar initiative at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in 2023. Cure Childhood Cancer Ghana's Dr. Nihad Salifu highlighted the importance of early detection and treatment in childhood cancer, noting that with proper care, children can recover and lead normal lives. The Greater Accra Regional Hospital's Medical Director, Dr. Leslie Issa Adam Zakaria, expressed gratitude for the support, emphasizing the unit's role in treating some of the most vulnerable patients.",
  "summary": "Zenith Bank Ghana has donated GH¢150,000 to support children undergoing cancer treatment at the Childhood Cancer Unit of the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, as part of activities commemorating its 21st anniversary. The donation, made through Cure Childhood Cancer Ghana, a non-governmental organisation will support the treatment and care of children receiving care at the Unit. […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Zenith Bank Ghana donated GH¢150,000 to Childhood Cancer Unit.",
    "Support aims to ease financial burden on families and improve health outcomes.",
    "Bank's contribution aligns with corporate social responsibility commitment."
  ],
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      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "title": "Zenith Bank supports childhood cancer unit at Greater Accra Regional Hospital",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/zenith-bank-supports-childhood-cancer-unit-at-greater-accra-regional-12153257",
        "published": "2026-10-05T12:46:07.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}