Our Impact

Real stories of transformed lives through restored vision

Making a Difference Across Ghana

Since 2023, Eye Savers Ghana has transformed thousands of lives through accessible eye care

3210
People Screened

Free eye examinations provided

1301
Glasses Distributed

Vision correction for students & adults

106
Surgeries Performed

Life-changing cataract operations

33
Communities Reached

Mobile clinics across Ghana

Featured Success Stories

Read the inspiring journeys of individuals whose lives were transformed

A Second Chance at Life: Akua's Journey to Clear Vision

"Eye Savers Ghana gave me back my life. I can work, I can see my grandchildren, I can live again!"

For five years, Akua Mensah lived in a world of increasing darkness. The 68-year-old farmer from Awutu Breku watched helplessly as cataracts slowly robbed her of her independence and livelihood. Simpl...

From Struggling Student to Top of the Class

"I can see my future clearly now, and it's bright!"

Kwame Boateng sat at the back of his classroom not because he wanted to, but because he couldn't see the blackboard from anywhere else. Even from the back row, he squinted constantly, copying not...

Saving Sight in the Nick of Time

"They saved my sight when I didn't even know I was losing it."

Ama Owusu first noticed the problem when she started bumping into things while walking through her village. The 52-year-old trader attributed it to "getting old" and didn't think much o...

Learning to Navigate a New World

"I'm not defined by what I can't see, but by what I can achieve."

Born with a congenital visual impairment, Yaa Konadu spent most of her childhood isolated and dependent on others. While her peers went to school and played with friends, Yaa stayed home, believing th...

Impact by Program

Explore the different ways we're making a difference

Cataract Surgery

Free surgeries restoring sight to the elderly and underprivileged

1 Stories

Glasses Distribution

Helping students and adults see clearly for the first time

1 Stories

Eye Screening

Early detection saving sight in rural communities

1 Stories

Eye Health Education

Empowering communities with knowledge and prevention

1 Stories

Low Vision Rehabilitation

Teaching independence and adaptive skills for visual impairment

1 Stories

All Stories

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5 Stories

Community Outreach Impact

Bringing eye care directly to underserved communities

3210
People Screened
1301
Glasses Distributed
106
Surgeries Performed
33
Communities Reached
May 15, 2024

Tsrukpe Village

Volta Region

Comprehensive eye screening program in rural Volta Region. Identified numerous cases of cataracts, refractive errors, and glaucoma. Many residents had never received eye care before.

523 Screened 87 Glasses 23 Surgeries
April 22, 2024

Ayigya Township

Ashanti Region

School-focused screening program covering three primary schools and one junior high school. High prevalence of refractive errors among students.

342 Screened 56 Glasses 12 Surgeries
March 18, 2024

Awutu Breku

Central Region

Mobile clinic visit providing screenings and immediate glasses distribution. Partnership with Watborg Eye Services for surgery referrals.

289 Screened 41 Glasses 18 Surgeries
February 14, 2024

University of Ghana Campus

Greater Accra

University campus screening and education program. Focus on digital eye strain and preventive care for young adults.

456 Screened 124 Glasses 8 Surgeries
January 20, 2024

Nima Community

Greater Accra

Large urban screening program in underserved Accra community. Identified significant unmet need for basic eye care services.

678 Screened 156 Glasses 34 Surgeries

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