By Ishmael Junourgh 
James Kumbeni and Kingsley Akwasi Ampong, who recently cycled from northern Ghana to Benin as part of an advocacy campaign on climate action and health awareness, have donated blood pressure (BP) apparatus to eight Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds in the Talensi District of the Upper East Region.
The donation, made through a partnership involving the two cyclists and their collaborators, is aimed at strengthening basic health monitoring and supporting frontline health workers in underserved communities.
The beneficiaries are the Baare, Sakpare-Tengre, Yagzore, Tindongo, Belembisi, Biug, Gaare and Accra Site CHPS compounds.
The initiative follows the cycling expedition undertaken by Kumbeni and Ampong from northern Ghana to Benin to raise awareness about climate action and the links between environmental sustainability and public health.
Speaking about the intervention, Kumbeni said he was grateful for the opportunity to contribute to healthcare delivery in Talensi and make basic health monitoring more accessible to residents.
He said the BP apparatus would assist health workers in their daily duties, particularly in monitoring patients’ blood pressure and identifying potential health concerns early.
The initiative also forms part of a broader commitment by the cyclists to translate their advocacy activities into practical interventions within communities.
Kumbeni disclosed that plans were underway to organise a community health screening exercise in the coming months.
He said he looked forward to working with relevant stakeholders to make the planned screening exercise successful and beneficial to residents.
The cyclists expressed appreciation to the Talensi District Health Directorate and health workers for their continued commitment to providing healthcare services to communities across the district.
They also acknowledged the support of Strauss Legacy Consult, describing the organisation’s contribution as instrumental to the success of the project.
The donation demonstrates how community-based advocacy, environmental campaigns and partnerships can be leveraged to support local health systems and improve access to essential healthcare services. The cyclists said they hoped the initiative would lead to further impactful projects in the communities and strengthen collaboration around climate action, health awareness and community development.