In a world where wealth often defines power, Ghanaian businessman and philanthropist Alhaji Seidu Agongo has chosen a different path — one paved with compassion, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to humanity. On a quiet day in Accra, inside the halls of the Ministry of Health, a profound gesture unfolded — not merely of charity, but of deep solidarity with the suffering.

Alhaji Agongo, founder of ALIVE Industries, fulfilled a heartfelt pledge of GHS500,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund — a lifeline for countless Ghanaians grappling with the harrowing costs of dialysis treatment. But beyond the numbers lies a story of compassion triumphing over convenience, and of a man who believes that humanity’s true worth is measured not in riches, but in the hands we extend to the vulnerable.

“This is a programme that touches the very foundation of the Ghanaian people,” Mr. Agongo said, his voice carrying the weight of the lives behind every dialysis machine. In Ghana, where a single dialysis session can cost as much as GHS700 and patients often require three sessions weekly, survival itself has become a privilege. That’s over GHS8,000 a month — a sum unattainable for most families already stretched to their limits.

“In a developing country where people hardly get food to eat, this is a significant strain,” he noted, visibly moved. “That is why I see this programme as one that truly resonates with the grassroots and deserves all our support.”

Mr. Agongo, who also operates a dialysis centre, understands that health is not just a personal matter — it’s the foundation of a nation’s productivity, dignity, and future. “As a businessman, my business only flourishes in a healthy environment,” he explained. “We all need access to proper healthcare.”

This is not the first time Mr. Agongo has stepped into the breach for those in need. But this donation — made not for headlines or accolades — is a quiet yet powerful testament to the belief that true wealth is found in how much we give, not how much we keep.

He also extended heartfelt gratitude to the Minister of Health and paid tribute to former President John Dramani Mahama, under whose leadership the Medical Trust Fund — now known as Mahama Cares — was born. “This is not for his own sake, but for the citizens of Ghana,” he said with sincerity.

The Minister of Health, clearly touched, expressed profound appreciation to ALIVE Industries, emphasizing: “We are so grateful and we know this is not just corporate social responsibility. It’s a true gesture of national solidarity.”

The Ghana Medical Trust Fund was created to ease the unbearable burden faced by those in need of long-term treatment like dialysis. For many, it is the difference between life and death. And through the kindness of Alhaji Agongo and his team, hope has returned to homes that once knew only despair.

The government continues to urge individuals and institutions to step forward, not just with funds, but with the heart to heal a nation. Because in the end, it is not gold that sustains a people — it is grace. And in that spirit, Seidu Agongo has reminded us all what it means to truly care.