Humanitarian Eye Care Mission – Ghana 2025
Location: Hohoe & Adzato Electoral Area, Anloga District – Volta Region, Ghana
Date: October 27 – November 4, 2025
Executive Summary
The Humanitarian Eye Care Mission – Ghana 2025 was successfully completed across two main regions of the Volta Region: Hohoe and the Adzato Electoral Area in the Anloga District.
A total of 333 patients were examined, diagnosed, and supported through professional eye care services, including comprehensive eye examinations, fundus photography, AI-assisted retinal screening, and optical prescriptions.
The mission was organized by Stichting Licht voor het Oog (Light for the Eye Foundation), a Netherlands-based non-profit initiative dedicated to improving access to eye care in underserved communities.
It was carried out in close cooperation with Ghanaian health professionals and local authorities.
Project Phases
Phase 1: Hohoe (October 27–30, 2025
The mission began in Hohoe and surrounding communities, focusing on the delivery of over 100 eyeglasses prescribed during the previous outreach in early 2025.
This phase was coordinated and organized by Mr. Lawrence Asare, who managed local logistics, patient tracing, and community engagement.
Patients were re-examined, their visual performance verified, and corrective eyewear provided.
The event also served as a review of follow-up data from earlier screenings, confirming a high improvement rate in visual acuity and overall patient satisfaction.
Phase 2: Adzato Electoral Area (October 31 – November 4, 2025)
The second phase took place in the Adzato Electoral Area, covering 11 villages:
Adzato, Akplorfudzi, Klomikpota, Kpordui, Sodzi, Aflorto, Vorvornukorpe, Hadota, Sokutsime, Amenyokorpe, and Tregui/Agortoe.
This phase focused on free vision testing, diabetic retinopathy screening, and AI-assisted fundus imaging.
Local healthcare workers were also trained in the use of portable retinal cameras and basic visual acuity tools, laying the foundation for sustainable follow-up care.
Results and Impact
• 333 patients examined and supported
• Over 100 eyeglasses fitted and to be delivered between December 2025 and January 2026
• AI-supported detection of early-stage diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma
• Training for local healthcare workers on screening and basic eye diagnostics
• National media coverage from Angel TV, Angel 24, GH TV1, and a representative of the Jubilee House
Public Health Outcomes
The mission demonstrated a high prevalence of refractive errors, cataracts, glaucoma, and diabetic eye disease, especially among middle-aged and elderly populations.
Approximately 42% of all participants required prescription glasses, while 18%were identified as needing referral for surgical or pharmacological treatment.
The findings highlight an urgent need for accessible medical eye care in rural Ghana.
Untreated eye conditions remain a significant public health issue, leading to social isolation, reduced productivity, and long-term economic consequences for families.
Eyeglass Production and Delivery
All optical prescriptions have been verified and are currently in production in the Netherlands.
The customized eyeglasses are scheduled for delivery to Ghana between December 2025 and January 2026.
The distribution process will be managed in cooperation with local coordinators and health facilities to ensure accurate delivery and fitting.
Future Development and Sustainability
The Light for the Eye Foundation aims to transition from short-term outreach to sustainable, locally anchored eye-care systems.
Key focus areas for 2026 include:
• Establishing permanent community eye clinics in collaboration with the Ghana Health Service.
• Partnering with local hospitals to enable regular cataract and glaucoma surgery programs.
• Introducing affordable diabetic eye-care packages, including screenings, medication support, and nutritional guidance.
• Expanding cooperation to other regions in Ghana, Nigeria, India, Pakistan, and Suriname, under the same humanitarian framework.