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COVID Never Left, Asiedu-Bekoe Warns After UG Cases

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed that COVID-19 remains a public health concern in the country, dismissing the widespread perception that the virus had disappeared. The announcement followed a resurgence of cases within the University of Ghana community, prompting renewed warnings and a return to containment protocols. Dr. Franklin Asiedu-Bekoe, Director of Public Health at the Service, addressed the situation in detail. According to …

GHS, MOH remind public of COVID-19 safety protocols amid University of Ghana outbreak

By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah  In response to a recent uptick in COVID-19 cases within the University of Ghana community, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has announced proactive measures to contain the outbreak and safeguard the health of students and staff. In a press release issued on Thursday, June 26, 2025, the GHS confirmed that the current cases reported on campus are mild, with no hospitalizations recorded to date. “We are closely monitoring t…

GHS confirms localised COVID-19 outbreak at University of Ghana, urges public vigilance

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed a localised resurgence of COVID-19 cases within the University of Ghana community and is urging the public to remain vigilant and adhere to preventive protocols to curb further transmission. In a press release issued on Wednesday, June 26, the GHS stated that the outbreak is currently confined to the university campus, with all reported cases being mild and no hospital admissions recorded. The GHS is …

GHS urges calm as COVID-19 resurfaces at University of Ghana

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has urged the public to remain calm following a resurgence of COVID-19 cases on the University of Ghana campus. In a statement dated 26 June 2025 and signed by the Acting Director-General, Professor Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, the GHS confirmed that although a rise in cases has been recorded, they are currently limited to the campus and have so far been mild, with no hospital admissions reported. The GHS, however, advise…

“It has become necessary”: UG suspends all social gatherings because of rising COVID-19 infections

The University of Ghana suspended all social gatherings on its campus following a resurgence of COVID-19 cases, according to a statement from its administration

University of Ghana suspends all social gatherings amid COVID-19 resurgence - Ghana Weekend

In a decisive move to protect its community, the University of Ghana has suspended all social gatherings on its campus with immediate effect. The notice, issued by Prof. Rosina L. Kyerematen, Dean of Student Affairs, on June 25, 2025, targets week celebrations and activities organised by GRASAG, SRC, JCR, departmental, and school associations, citing the need to safeguard the health and well-being of students and staff. This comes as a response …