In a heartwarming display of resilience and tech savvy, 84-year-old Mary Amma Achiaa, an illiterate resident of Kwasibuokrom in Jaman South Municipality, has become an internet sensation by effortlessly calling all 98 contacts saved on her smartphone without any assistance.
Speaking exclusively to Nkyeremu News in a viral YouTube interview, the sprightly octogenarian demonstrated her remarkable skill, navigating her phone with confidence that belies her lack of formal education. “I press the names, and it rings,” she explained in Twi, her voice steady and proud, as she scrolled through her contact list. For local calls, she uses the standard dialer; for her overseas loved ones, she seamlessly switches to WhatsApp calls. “Foreign ones go through WhatsApp—no problem,” she added with a chuckle, leaving viewers amazed at her intuitive mastery of the device.
Amma Achiaa’s global connections run deep. She rattled off 12 U.S. states—including New York, California, Texas, and Florida—as well as cities like London and Manchester in the United Kingdom, places she has visited over the years. The grandmother of 12 boasts five biological children thriving in the U.S. and one in the UK, keeping family ties strong despite the distance. “They all call me, and I call them back,” she said, her eyes lighting up.
Despite her worldly adventures, Mary Amma Achiaa’s heart remains firmly rooted in Ghana. “The place I prefer most is Kwasibuokrom,” she declared, praising the warmth of her community in the Bono Region. Her story resonates amid Ghana’s growing digital divide, where elders like her defy stereotypes, embracing technology to bridge generational and geographical gaps.
The YouTube video has exploded online, garnering thousands of views and praise for showcasing African ingenuity. “This grandma is sharper than many youngsters!” one commenter noted. Amma Achiaa’s feat not only makes history but also inspires: age and literacy are no barriers to connection in the modern world.
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