Dear Volunteer,
AGM 2020 postponement and team visits to West Africa
A couple of weeks ago, we were looking forward to a Trustee meeting on the 5th of April. The situation continues to change around the world and lockdown is the norm.
In view of the current state of affairs, I have in good faith, with safety of our members in mind postponed the AGM indefinitely. The newly elected executive will run in a role as a non-Executive Trustee till the AGM officially confers the title 'New Executive'. A new date for the AGM will be agreed and published in due course. The term of office of the New Executive will be three years from the date of the AGM or as determined by the AGM and the constitution.
Also, all Motec team visits to Ghana / Nigeria / West Africa from now till mid-September all will be rescheduled. October and November teams may maintain their dates.
I urge you all to support all efforts to contain and dismantle the virus both in UK and Ghana.
The call by a member Oliver in support of medical and paramedical staff protection is laudable. I hope you will all contribute to this noble effort.
Thank you
P. Ofori-Atta MB.ChB(Univ. of Ghana). FRCS
Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon, Hertfordshire, England  (rtd)
Founding President, Motec Life - UK

MOTEC Life UK supports PPE for Ghana Healthcare Workers
A group of doctors from the UK and Ghana supported by the the Ghanaian Association of Doctors in  Residency are leading a campaign to improve the amount of personal protective equipment available to Ghanaian healthcare workers.  They have heard the stories from HCWs of a significant lack of personal protective equipment (PPE) at many Ghanaian facilities and have decided to help our colleagues fighting CoViD19. 
They have set up a direct link with a PPE factory who is already supplying to groups in Nigeria and UK.  Their aim is to raise enough money as quickly as possible to enable us to purchase and supply the equipment needed as soon as possible. 
They have set up a fundraising 'GOFUNDME' page and would be grateful for any donations you could make. We ask that you please share the link on to whomever you feel could help.
Please visit their website http://www.ppeforghanahealthcareworkers.com/ for more information.
 To donate please visit their GoFundMe page: https://www.gofundme.com/f/ppe-for-our-ghanaian-healthcare-workers
Thank you for your support and help. 

MOTEC TRUSTEE MEETING IN PLACE OF AGM
In view of the health and safety issues surrounding the Corona Virus, it has become necessary for Motec executives and Trustees to hold a meeting in Hemel Hempstead at our Secretary Kay's residence on the 5th of April at 2 o'clock.
The usual AGM is therefore cancelled and replaced by an Emergency 'AGM'.
All items that should be on the AGM agenda will be discussed including inauguration of the New Trustees.
Email inviting members expected at this limited meeting will be circulated close to the time as situations could change. 
Thank you for your understanding.

Motec representatives had a wonderful meeting with Chief Patron Prof Lord David Alton on 14th of January 2019. The team of 5 led by Mr Ofori-Atta briefed Lord Alton on some of the areas that our charity is engaged in on the ground in Ghana and UK. Lord Alton encouraged the charity to continue to provide help for underprivileged people in Ghana, even if the numbers are not large. Training the trainers will continue  to be our main objective and specialist surgical services to those who would otherwise have been left in the 'dungeon'.
The team had the unique opportunity to sit in the House of Lords Chambers to observe the debate on Brexit. Mr Ofori-Atta  also had an opportunity  to discuss surgical training opportunities with Lord Ribeiro. 
Dr Ash Bhagat  at and Nick Tessier presented the radiology project, Victoria Tetley-isles presented education of special needs children while Mrs Sarah Paterson elaborated on her plan to support physically disabled children in Ghana. 
Our sincere gratitude to Lord Alton all  our volunteers and our sympathisers. 

Volunteering for a medical and educational Charity in Ghana Motec member Jane Jackson has written a superb article on the work that Motec is doing in Ghana. Below are the pages that were published in The Quainton News, her local parish magazine and village newsletter...
The Quainton News

Dear Members, Friends and Supporters of Motec Life-UK, As 2018 comes to an end, we would like to take this opportunity to reflect on what has been an extraordinary year of achievements. We have a lot to be thankful for. With perseverance, great strides have been made and we have continued to make great headway with many of our objectives. We recount a few of the things we have done together this year....more

Motec facilitated anatomy lectures from London for Medical students of University of Health and Allied Sciences at Ho has taken off very well.
Pictures show students of UHAS participating in the interactive teaching from a lecturer teaching from the anatomy department in London.
The programme was set up at the request of the Dean of the University to support the local teaching staff.

07/06/2018

Motec share experiences with staff of Raigmore Hospital, Inverness, Scotland

Two senior members of  Motec spent two nights in the Highland District of Scotland (31st May to 2nd June). The team from. Motec Mr Ofori-Atta and Mr Caesar Owusu Mensah were welcomed at Inverness airport and hosted by Ms Jo Busby, an active member of Motec and a senior Scout leader who has led many missions to Ghana and successfully completed projects for the blind and the Hohoe Community of Ghana.
The Motec Team made two presentations to about 20 midwives, sonographers and senior management staff of the hospital. The theme 'Preparing for the Unknown' was most appropriate as Raigmore staff embark on a new project linking their hospital with Hohoe hospital in Ghana.
The lively interactive session was intended to prepare the first batch of four staff members going to Ghana for the first time . They will be supported by Ms Busby and senior Scottish Scout leader Russel. The Motec team was impressed by the dedication of the hospital staff to the project. They had put in a lot of effort time, material and money. They were pleasant , keen to learn about delivering the project successfully. Motec enjoyed a marvellous reception by the staff and host Jo. This was topped up with a sumptuous dinner by the Ness River. 
The hospital team leaves for Ghana soon.
Mr Ofori-Atta and Caesar took the opportunity to see the beautiful landscape of Inverness (the town overlying the mouth of River Ness).  In spite of the team's effort to discover the Monster of Lochness (Lake  Ness), not even a trace of the Monster was located other than the artwork on cars and walls of the imaginary animal legend.
It has been planned for Mr Ofori-Atta to meet the hospital team at the end of their campaign in Accra on the final day.
Motec wishes the Raigmore team the best of everything.

Motec with the Dean and basic science lecturers of the University of Allied Health Sciences at Ho, Volta Region of GHANA.
The programme is expected to link the university with London and would also include interactive lectures with full participation of lecturers and students of the University.
APRIL 2018

NewsDeeply  WOMEN AND GIRLS' HEALTH  video Saving Lives by Bringing U.K. Skills to Ghana’s Young Surgeons

News Flash
Mr. Paul Ofori-Atta, Founding President of our charity has been chosen as one of three Gates heroes for 2017
(Health care in Africa)
Mr Ofori-Atta wishes to share this information with you all as you all deserve commendation for our hard work.
We await a final decision by Bill and Melinda Gates in the coming months. 
Our focus will remain helping the people of Ghana and the West African region. 
Any help from the philanthropists will  in no doubt help our on-going humanitarian projects. Been a humbling experience! 
Thank you for the honour Bill and Melinda!

30/05/2016

Motec at the Ghana High Commission, Belgravia Square, London. Motec held talks with Ghana High Commissioner and his high powered team in London on Thursday 16th July. Matters of mutual interests were discussed in an atmosphere of friendship and statesmanship. Gratitude to H.E. Mr Victor Smith and his team for the wonderful opportunity. Picture shows His Excellency (middle) with his team  and Motec volunteers at the end of the 1 hour of discussions. Motec delegation was made up of Mr Peter Dyson, Prof Nigel Standfield, Mr Caesar Mensah, Dr Louisa Draper,and Mr Ofori-Atta, Among the team members of His Excellency were Mr William Osafo (Minister responsible for Education) and Mr Kofi Addo (Trade)

Dear volunteer / friend, the news is out that our dear Zena Bullmore (MBE) has passed away on the 2nd of April...Read more
A Tribute To Zena The Warrior Princess

Dear Volunteer, We have had a successful small team working visit to Ghana. Unfortunately we also have a deadline to clear the donated sewing material /curtains from St Albans City Hospital by the 14th of November.
In view of the ultimatum,I am re-scheduling our 16th November de-briefing meeting to this Sunday 9th to minimise numerous trips to Hemel Hempstead by volunteers.This Sunday, we now have two activities planned Sunday 9th NOVEMBER:
a. 11.30am - Collection of sewing material from St Albans City Hospital , Waverley Road AL3 5PN  to Blue Box Storage, 45 Maylands Avenue, Hemel Hempstead HP2 7DF. I am hoping to hire a truck and book storage at the Blue Box.
b. 2pm - 3pm - Motec post travel meeting at postgrad centre, Hemel Hempstead HP2 4AD. This meeting will be looking at October trip and future plans. All the best!

A letter to our patron Lord Alton: 26th September 2014.

Dear Lord Alton,

I feel very sad and concerned about life in general for people struck by or living with the EBOLA VIRUS in West Africa. Reading the story of the outbreak from Liberia, I see how people I knew sadly lost their lives working as missionaries in Liberia and also how many more not in the 'picture' are suffering from the disease. A whole religious community 'broken' by the disease physically but spiritually strong to stick together.

The diary of Mr Osei-Owusu - attached, does really put me right in the middle of the chaos and the sudden depletion of lives and friends. Bro Patrick and Brother George (Brothers of St John of God) are people I have worked with through our charity in 2 of our target hospitals in Ghana. It is sad that help for them was very limited. I am however encouraged by how they gave up their lives still holding onto their faith as missionaries and servants of God.

May God help all those in such difficulties and may those who have lost their lives rest in eternal peace!

Thank you.

Yours sincerely,

Paul Ofori-Atta

Daily dairy ebola crisis Monrovia by Eugene Osei-Owusu

Lord David Alton’s response:

Dear Paul,

What a very sad story. Thank you for sharing it with me. What heroes for humanity. May they rest in peace.

David.

Dear Volunteers - Motec packaging part 2
We are meeting again at the Highland Drive, Hemel Hempstead HP3  at 10.45am this Sunday (21st September) to complete the packaging of donated stuff. We are hoping to complete the packaging by lunch time on Sunday. Hot beverages available during the packaging. As usual, team late buffet planned. See you soon!

Volunteers at Motec Garage do a work out for humanity
In preparation for Motec’s freight to target hospitals in Ghana and in support of the income generating project for families with malnourished children at Jirapa district (NUWLIFE), Volunteers have been working hard to package sewing machines and equipments at Hemel Hempstead. Nine volunteers from Hertfordshire and Southend happily worked together for about 4 hours to pack the first 60 sewing machines and about 50 boxes for Ghana. In the end, the tired volunteers chilled out the Taiwanese way in Hemel Hempstead town centre. See Gallery

URGENT ANNOUNCEMENT Re- October trip 2014

As per constitution, there is no limit to the number of terms to serve as a Trustee and existing Trustee can confirm their interest to stay on provided he or she can get support from any of our existing and registered members. A contest will arise if other nominees are confirmed by the electoral officer for the same position.
Our electoral officer Dr Kofi Amu Darko can be contacted by nominees by email amudee@gmail.com
Election announcement 2014   Election timetable 2014   Motec nomination form 2014

Election year 2014!
In line with our constitution, I announce 2014 election approximately 3 months before our AGM on 27th April.
Our electoral officer Dr Kofi Amu Darko can be contacted by nominees by email amudee@gmail.com
As per constitution, there is no limit to the number of terms to serve as a Trustee and existing Trustee can confirm their interest to stay on provided he or she can get support from any of our existing and registered members. A contest will arise if other nominees are confirmed by the electoral officer for the same position..
Further details on positions and the process of nomination and rules will be released by Dr Kofi Amu Darko (Fiifi). Campaigning will start as soon as Fiifi gives the go ahead. 
All the best!

In support of improvements in orthopaedic trauma care in the developing world,
The World Orthopaedic Concern UK announces a conference in Leicester on 10th May 2014

Jodi & Hazel Run the 2013 Islandsbanki Reykjavik Marathon Iceland Marathon

Motec in the Ghanaian press - Ghanaian Times, Thursday 24th October 2013

Motec now has a You Tube channel where videos of our work & charity fundraising functions etc. will be posted for all to view.
Please visit You Tube and subscribe to our channel & help Spread the word.

Sew simple, but this lifesaving scheme needs storage support - hemeltoday
A new project to save the lives of children suffering from malnutrition under a charity set up by a Hemel Hempstead surgeon has been launched at Westminster.
Motec Life-UK, works in one of the harshest and poorest environments in the world – Jirapa, a district in Ghana – where it teaches women how to sew so that they can earn money to put food in the mouths of their children...full report
Life Saving NUWLIFE Project publication in the Gazette

Deaf Shepherd 'drum up' donations from customers at the Angel, Toddington
Deaf Shepherd would like to say a very big thank you to Lester, all the staff and the Customers at the Angel, Toddington when we played there on Saturday night! (8th December) for your generosity in donating to our charity.
By the time you all went home there was almost £40 in the bucket, which we will ensure goes towards Motec's NUWLIFE project to bring sustainable help to malnourished children in Jirapa, Ghana, West Africa.
On their behalf, and from us representing the Charity, THANK YOU!

Hertfordshire comes alive again! - Full Report (Also see Gallery)

Ghana's Independence Day in London Movie Clip (National Anthem)

Moving From Success To Significance Address by Daasebre Professor (Emeritus)
Oti Boateng, Omanhene of New Juaben, President Of Eastern Regional House of Chiefs and Patron of MotecLife-UK at a Dinner Organised in Daasebre’s Honour in St Albans City on 29th January 2012. Read the full address

- -/12/2011

30/10/2011

Merchant Bank of Ghana Donate to Motec's NUWLIFE Project
Motec Life –UK has received an amount of one thousand pounds (£1000.00) from Merchant Bank Ghana Limited towards the Nutrition Working For Life Project for the rehabilitation for malnourished children in the Jirapa District in Ghana. The amount was paid into Motec’s account in September. more...

29/10/2011

29/10/2011

All Smiles With Kit Aid from KITAID
Motec has yet again presented sports kit of jerseys, tracksuit and footballs to Akosombo International School.
In addition Warehouse operatives football team at the transport department of Volta River Authority also had kits donated during the October 2011 Motec’s working visit to Ghana. Four sets of brand new jerseys / track suits) and 10 footballs of premiership quality were presented on behalf of KITAID by Mr Ofori-Atta (supported by Mrs Lesley Bailey and Mr Mahapatra of Motec) to Mr Seshie of Akosombo International and Mr Isaac Doe of VRA transport department.
Mr Ofori-Atta also delivered a message of goodwill from Mr Derrick Williams, founder of KITAID, a British Charity. Recipients expressed their gratitude for the donation and asked for help for their sister institutions and departments. Movie clip

05/10/2011

2011 DINNER DANCE
Motec Life – UK has held a fund raising event at the JFK comprehensive school on the 1st of October.
The event was attended by about 200 people mainly families, friends and supporters of good causes. In spite of a few hitches, delays and difficulties of some guests attending (for which Motec Life apologises), the event was very well attended and fruitful.
An amount of £3,220 has been realised (and still counting). The NUWLIFE project for Jirapa has now received a massive boost.
Our sincere gratitude to all especially the event organisers, voluntary caterers, artists, musicians, D.J. Eben, The Ghana High Commissioner and his representative, and everyone who in many ways contributed to the success of the function.
Flowers for decoration this year were donated by Kelly Shearson of Kelly ‘Kreations’ of Hemel.
Our sincere gratitude to all. A combination of Music, cultural show and Dinner have been listed for the 2012 fund raising on or about the 6th of October.

22/08/2011

13/08/2011

Nuwlife Project receives community and political support
Mr and Mrs Felicity Adu-Mills and family supported by friends and the church elders of Grace Baptist Church at Tema have been involved in a fund raising event in Ghana in support of Motec’s Nutrition Working for Life Project for the Jirapa District... More

07/08/2011

Andrew and Sarah start their epic walk up Kilimanjaro to raise funds for Nuwlife. We wish them a successful campaign.
Go Sarah! Go go Andrew!

26/07/2011

Sakumono's Grace Baptist Church is the venue for Motec's Jirapa's NUWLIFE Fund Raising event Sunday 7th August 14.00 - 18.00. Chairman : Chief of Jirapa. Mrs Felicity Adu-Mills invites you attend / support us. You may also donate through PAYPAL on our website.

Invite To Jirapa Rehab Centre Fundraiser

16/07/2011

MotecLife-UK and KITAID Collaborate in ' Youth Sports Medicine
Mr Ofori-Atta has delivered footballs and sports kit to Akosombo International School at the end of the June 2011 working visit to Ghana. The donation is part of collaboration between Motec Life - UK and a British Charity called KITAID that aims at supporting the youth develop their football talents and also make a healthier use of their free time...(read full report)

14/07/2011

04/07/2011

Another Quainton Summer Delight
For the fourth year running, Jane and Nigel Jackson have entertained friends and families at their Mill View Home at Quainton, Buckinghamshire and raised amazingly £822.40 towards Motec's Nutrition Working for Life. Excellent company, sumptuous food and wonderful array of drinks. The rare carnivorous plants were absolutely fabulous. Nigel the chef was at his best.
'I have had an excellent day of fun, food and friendships'- says Felicity. Patti said - 'I am ashamed that I am collecting all these wonderful raffle prizes'.
The top raffle winner was Caroline who had an African artwork worth about £50. Gratitude to Nigel and Jane for their wonderful contribution to humanity. Ruth the raffle ticket organiser was very effective in selling the tickets as well as donating money herself toward the event. Also our gratitude to all participants who not only graced the organisation but went further to donate generously cash, raffle prizes food and drink. About 50 people attended the event.

23/05/2011

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03/03/2011

Motec Life - UK participates in International Organisation for Migration (IOM) - Migration and Development In Africa (MIDA) projects in Ghana

	Mida Ghana Health III Project Quarterly Update -July -Sept 2010
	Mida Ghana Health III Project Quarterly Update -October-December 2010

25/02/2011

We have added a daily crossword puzzle to the website. You will find it at the bottom of this page and as the title suggests, it will change daily. Like it - Dislike it?  Let us know what you think

18/02/2011

Motec Receives Donation from J Sainsbury's Community Grant

Mr. Caesar Mensah had withdrawn his candidature for the post of vice president and given his unreserved backing to Dr. Christine Amakye for the same.
Therefore it is declared that all positions for the Moteclife 2011 elections have been filled unopposed.
The Elected Officers for the period 2011 - 2014 are attached below.

MotecLife 2011 Election results

1. Please find below the results of the nominations for the 2011 elections
2. With the exception of the post for Vice Presidency all positions were decided unopposed as there was only one candidate. So voting will take place to decide the Vice President
3. Campaign material from the Vice presidential candidates will be forwarded to you when they become available
4. Ballot forms will be made available on 30th January 2011 (provision is made for both postal & email)
5. All votes must be received by 16th March 2011

Nomination results 2011

Motec 2011 calendar's are now in print. These beautiful calendars will be on sale from 1st Dec. for £10 each plus p&p.
Please contact Linda, Kay or Christine, or you can order here via email
 

     
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Get Ready For a Fabulous 4th October Evening
Featuring...  Q.T. & The Reservoir Dogs
Motec Life - UK has booked a Hall in Hemel Hempstead for a Dinner Dance on the 4th of October. Enjoy the evening with the Oxfordshire based Band – Q.T. and the Reservoir Dogs. It will be fun, food, drinks and friendships as we raise funds together for Motec’s work in Ghana / Africa.
Poster/More details here...

Motec Attends International Conference on UK-Ghana Health Links