Virus could shake up world’s most expensive cities
Hong Kong, Singapore and Osaka have just been ranked as the world’s most expensive cities to live in. But this may not be the case after the full impact of the coronavirus pandemic takes its toll. Cities that get a large part of their income from tourism could become cheaper as their economies shrink and […]
Akpeteshie replaces ‘unavailable’ hand sanitisers in Bolgatanga
There is shortage of hand sanitisers in the Bolgatanga Municipality following the President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s directive to managers of public places to put in place sanitisers to enhance hygienic practices against coronavirus infections and spread. Some members of the public have instead resorted to methylated spirit and Akpeteshie (locally brewed gin) to sanitise […]
Coronavirus: GTA suspends National Tourism Awards Night
The Ghana Tourism Authority, GTA, in the Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regions, have suspended the 2020 Brong Ahafo Tourism Awards Night, which was scheduled for Saturday 21st March, in Sunyani. The Acting Regional Director of the GTA, Joseph Appiagyei, said the suspension of the Awards Night is in accordance with the President’s directive suspending […]
KNUST gives students ultimatum to leave campus
Authorities of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), have given students a five-day ultimatum to vacate the campuses of the University. Ghanaian students, according to the authorities, have up to Saturday, March 21, 2020, to leave the campus, while international students are allowed to stay until further notice. “Residential halls would be […]
Ministry of foreign affairs suspends passport application over coronavirus
In keeping to the Government’s efforts at preventing the spread of COVID-19, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, has announced that for the next four weeks, only passport applications with “proof of emergency” would be processed. In a statement issued by the Ministry, it said the measure, which took effect yesterday applies to […]
Coronavirus hits all 50 US states as death toll rises
The deadly coronavirus has now hit all 50 states in the US as West Virginia reported its first case of the infection on Tuesday. Announcing West Virginia’s first Covid-19 patient, Governor Jim Justice said: “We knew this was coming.” New York City said it was considering a lockdown similar to one in the San Francisco […]
Blaise Matuidi: Juventus midfielder test positive for coronavirus
Juventus midfielder Blaise Matuidi has tested positive for coronavirus. The Serie A club say that the France World Cup winner has been in voluntary isolation since 11 March and is “well and asymptomatic”. Matuidi, 32, is the second Juve player to be confirmed to have the virus, following centre-back Daniele Rugani last week. All domestic […]
I will support actions being taken by Akufo-Addo over Coronavirus- Mahama
Former President John Dramani Mahama says he will support measures and actions being taken by government to fight the spread of COVID-19 virus in Ghana. Ghana recorded another case of the deadly coronavirus as of March 17, 2020, bringing the total number of confirmed cases in the country to seven. Pledging his support in a […]
Kevin Durant among 4 Brooklyn Nets players who tested positive for the coronavirus
Kevin Durant is among the four members of the Brooklyn Nets who have tested positive for the coronavirus. Only one player has shown symptoms while the other three are asymptomatic. All four players are currently isolated and under the care of team physicians, according to a statement from the team. It is unclear whether Durant is showing symptoms. […]
Coronavirus cases in Ghana increase to seven
The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in Ghana has increased to seven. The country confirmed a new case on Tuesday (March 17). The seventh patient is a 35-year-old male Ghanaian citizen, who returned to Accra from France within the last 14 days. The patient has been isolated and in a stable condition. Currently, there […]
18th March, 2020
The Daily Graphic agrees with calls by the public urging traders in coronavirus protective products to desist from over-pricing products. The paper reminds Ghanaians that these are crucial times and people should not see that as an opportunity to take undue advantage of others. It believes that this is the time to show true love […]
New voters’ register exercise will go ahead despite Coronavirus outbreak- EC
The Electoral Commission (EC), says it will go ahead with compilation of the new voters’ register despite the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus in Ghana. According to the EC, plans are far advanced for the successful take-off of the registration process ahead of the December 7, 2020, general elections. A statement issued and signed by […]
COVID-19: This is not time to panic, God is with us – Pastor reassures Ghanaians
The Church of Pentecost (COP) in keeping with the directives from the President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has suspended all church activities and gatherings. This means all weekly church services, mid-week services as well as group meetings and fellowships have been suspended for four weeks. Speaking to GBC’s Mark Smith, the Wa Area Head of […]
Gender Ministry awards Hope for Future Generations for sterling work
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, has presented an award to Hope for Future Generations (HFFG), an NGO, for its supportive role in advancing the wellbeing of women and young people in Ghana. The award was presented to the HFFG, a national community-based women, children and youth focused non-governmental organisation at a Dinner […]
