1,300 sprayers assigned to disinfect 137 markets in Accra today
- 137 markets in the Greater Accra Region would today, Monday, March 23 be disinfected as part of measures to control the spread of the coronavirus in Ghana
- About 1,300 sprayers would be tasked to do this with 10 sprayers assigned to each market
- Chlorine Dioxide and Sodium Hypochloride would be used for the disinfection exercise
Our manifesto: This is what YEN.com.gh believes in
One hundred and thirty-seven markets (137) in the Greater Accra Region would today, Monday, March 23, 2020, be disinfected as part of measures to control the spread of the coronavirus in Ghana.
According to a report by Citi News report, about 1,300 sprayers would be tasked to do this with 10 sprayers assigned to each market.
Chlorine Dioxide and Sodium Hypochloride would be used for the disinfection exercise which has seen the markets closed down.
READ ALSO: COVID-19: Ursula Owusu’s husband tests negative
The affected markets which fall under the 137 mentioned would be opened to the public on Tuesday, March 24, 2020.
This exercise forms part of plans to disinfect public spaces in an attempt to control the spread of COVID-19 in the country.
The Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Hajia Alima Mahama, last Friday, said the decision to disinfect markets today was arrived at in consultation with the market women.
READ ALSO: Coronavirus: Jack Ma’s donation to Africa arrives in Ethiopia (Video)
Meanwhile, China’s Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. and Jack Ma’s Foundation said in a statement Sunday, March 22, 2020, that it has delivered the first batch of protective and medical equipment to Ethiopia.
The coronavirus cases on the continent have risen to over 1,100 in the last couple of days.
The Chinese billionaire promised to donate face masks, testing kits and protective clothing for the fight against the deadly virus in Africa.
READ ALSO: Ghana mandatorily quarantines air passengers
Faces of Ghana: A Mysterious Voice Speaks to Me When I'm Working - Engineer Explains | #Yencomgh
Have national and human interest issues to discuss?
Know someone who is extremely talented and needs recognition?
Your stories and photos are always welcome. Get interactive via our Facebook page.
Source: YEN.com.gh
