The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has instructed organisers of all large public events across Ghana to provide hand-washing stations as part of efforts to strengthen the country’s readiness against a potential Ebola outbreak.
The directive comes after the minister conducted an inspection tour on Friday, May 29, to evaluate surveillance systems and emergency response measures at major health institutions and border entry points.
The assessment focused on determining Ghana’s capacity to identify and manage any possible Ebola cases, although no infections have been reported in the country so far.
Addressing the media after the visit, Mr Akandoh urged citizens to remain alert and support health authorities by observing preventive health measures.
He stressed that, effective immediately, no mass gathering should take place without adequate hand-washing facilities.
According to the minister, ensuring the availability of hand-washing stations at public events will help improve hygiene standards and minimise the risk of disease spread.
During the tour, Mr Akandoh inspected health screening systems at Accra International Airport and later visited the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR) and the Ghana Infectious Disease Centre (GIDC).
The government has stepped up monitoring and preparedness activities following concerns about Ebola outbreaks in parts of West Africa. Health officials maintain that Ghana remains vigilant and ready to respond to any potential threat.
