In a country where nearly half the rural population lacks access to basic eye care, Anidaso Eye Centre is rewriting the story of vision health in Ghana. Founded by Dr. Bright Vandyke Okyere, Anidaso is more than just a clinic — it’s a social health enterprise committed to eliminating avoidable blindness and empowering lives through restored vision.
Okyere is growing the business in the Master of Business Creation (MBC) Global program at the University of Utah’s David Eccles School of Business. He is enrolled online in this unique program for entrepreneurs that provides an applied curriculum, one-on-one mentoring, and more to help founders improve and scale their businesses.
Growing up in Ghana’s Eastern Region, Okyere witnessed firsthand how vision problems impacted education, productivity, and the overall quality of life, particularly in rural areas. His decision to study optometry was born from a desire to help, but it wasn’t until he returned from school abroad that the vision for Anidaso crystallized.
“Before optometry school, I already saw how hard it was for rural communities to access proper care,” Okyere said. “When I started traveling for school and saw what was possible, I knew I had to bring those solutions back home.”
Anidaso — meaning “hope” in Twi — has become a lifeline for thousands. Its innovative Anidaso Triangle Model ensures that patients in remote areas receive high-quality, affordable, and accessible care. The model goes beyond equipment — it emphasizes human-centered service by hiring and training the right professionals, educating patients during treatment, and using mobile systems to bring care directly to villages.
“It’s not just about having machines, it’s about meeting the standard of quality care,” he said.
Two standout outreach programs exemplify this mission: RECaP (Rural Eye Care Program) and SaSP (Save a Sight Program). These initiatives conduct school screenings and mobile-care visits, catching treatable conditions early and preventing lifelong vision loss. In one case, a struggling student received a simple pair of glasses, and soon after, her academic performance transformed. In another case, a traveler received urgent care while visiting a village, avoiding permanent damage.
“There was one student who was almost failing because of vision issues,” Okyere recalled. “We gave her the right care, and she’s doing so well in school now. It’s the little things that change lives.”
As demand grows, Anidaso is scaling its impact. The company recently opened a new branch in Kumasi, Ghana’s second-largest city and economic hub. The goal is to build a strong urban presence that can generate additional revenue to support continued outreach in rural areas. Technology and innovation are also part of the roadmap; from modern diagnostic tools to efficient data tracking, Anidaso is preparing for a more connected and scalable future.
“Kumasi is a base that will help us raise more support while we keep our rural focus strong,” said Okyere. “It’s new, but we see it as a hub for growth.”
What truly sets Anidaso apart is its heart. From personalized follow-ups to birthday messages, Okyere and his team go beyond clinical care to build relationships rooted in trust. Operating as a social enterprise, the center reinvests its resources to expand access rather than profit, creating a sustainable model driven by purpose.
“We’re a social health enterprise,” Okyere said. “We exist to serve, not to profit. Every time we reach a patient in a remote area, that’s success.”
Now enrolled in the MBC program, Okyere calls the experience an “eye-opener.” The collaboration has helped shape a content strategy focused on storytelling, highlighting patient journeys, community impact, and the people behind the mission.
“Working one-on-one with the MBC team has been incredibly helpful,” he shared. “It’s an eye-opener, and I’m excited about the direction we’re heading with our marketing.”
From mobile screenings to mission-driven branding, Anidaso Eye Centre exemplifies what happens when medicine meets empathy, and a single vision becomes a shared purpose.
This is an accurate representation of Dr Okyere. The man has been a blessing through his vision and heart. He deserves this honor!