Tag Archives: Covid-19

Cocoa farmers across parts of the Ashanti Region have expressed deep anger over recent cocoa price reductions, using strong and provocative messages during engagements with the Minority Caucus to register their dissatisfaction with government policies affecting the sector.   During meetings held in several cocoa-growing communities, farmers displayed placards with …

The University of Ghana has lifted the restriction on social gatherings on its campus following a significant decline in reported COVID-19 cases. In a statement issued by the Office of Student Affairs on Monday, July 14, the University announced that the ban, which was imposed on Thursday, June 26, has …

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has issued a public health advisory following a recent increase in COVID-19 cases within the University of Ghana community, although the World Health Organisation (WHO) no longer classifies the virus as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern. According to a press release from the …

The University of Ghana has clarified that its earlier restrictions do not affect official events, including inaugural lectures scheduled for Thursday and Friday, June 26–27, 2025, which will proceed as planned under strict adherence to health and safety protocols The Dean of Students Affairs at the University of Ghana, Professor …

The University of Ghana has announced an immediate suspension of all social gatherings on campus in response to a recent resurgence of COVID-19 cases. This comes after the university on Monday, June 23, confirmed a resurgence of COVID-19 cases on campus, urging members of the university community to take immediate …

The COVID-19 Levy, introduced to fund pandemic-related expenses, has drawn criticism from businesses arguing it is no longer necessary and is harming investment. In the lead-up to the mid-year budget review, the business community called for the removal of several taxes they deem redundant, including the COVID-19 levy. Many businesses …

The 10th National COVID Vaccination Days (NaCVaDs) will commence, dubbed, “Protect Yourself, Protect Your Family, Get Vaccinated Against COVID-19 Now!” with the aim of safeguarding individuals, families, and communities from the devastating effects of the virus. From the 5th to 9th May 2024, dedicated vaccination teams will be visiting various …

The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Dr Patrick Kuma Aboagye, has noted that the country has started recording new cases of the COVID-19 virus. Engaging the media, Dr Aboagye noted that 21 new cases have been recorded. He noted that although the head of the UN World Health …

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) is set to embark on a nationwide COVID-19 vaccination campaign. The exercise to take place between May 7 and May 10, 2024, according to GHS, is in response to escalating infections at various healthcare facilities. The Director of Public Health, Dr Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe who disclosed …

As the world continues to battle the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the Ashanti Regional Health Directorate in Ghana has taken a proactive step towards protecting its population. Today, September 20th, 2023, they have officially launched the 8th Covid-19 Vaccination Week Campaign, under the theme, “Protect Yourself, Protect Your Family, Get Vaccinated …