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Miss Tourism Ghana observes Global Handwashing Day
Miss Tourism Ghana (MTG) on October 15 observed Global Handwashing Day with a visit to some health and educational institutions.
The 2020 Global Handwashing Day observation by Miss Tourism Ghana, focused on three main events; Observing hand washing protocols at the Tema General Hospital, a lesson on proper handwashing at the Tema Community 7 Basic School, and finally at the Nyaniba Nursing School.
Miss Tourism Ghana 2020 Princess, Abigail Nayram Tay, during the visit observed strict handwashing protocols that had been in effect way before the virus, a practice which had led to a sharp decline in patients testing positive for COVID-19.
The MTG team met with the hospital’s Director, Dr Richard Anthony who reiterated the importance of handwashing and how it had resulted in saving many lives from COVID-19 and other viruses.
It was brought to the fore that the COVID-19 pandemic provided a stark reminder that hand washing was one of the simplest ways to prevent the spread of any virus and ensure better health outcomes overall.
At the Tema Community 7 Basic School, the Miss Tourism Ghana Princess had the opportunity to talk to children about the importance of hand washing and played a video which modelled a lesson on how to wash your hands properly.
She further taught the students how to sneeze into their elbows, and cover a cough in order to mitigate the spread of infectious diseases.
“This was rewarding to see the future of Ghana practising healthy habits that would ensure a long and healthy life today and years to come” Miss Tay said.
The final event was hosted by Nyaniba Nursing School that provided an excellent opportunity for the MTG team to interact with nurses and healthcare workers who reminded all and sundry the vital role they played in the communities by being on the frontlines providing essential care for all.
“It should not take a global pandemic to remind society how indebted we are to those who risk their lives in order to keep us safe and healthy,” Miss Tay added.
MTG revealed plans to extend Global Handwashing Day beyond a single day and highlight the crucial message year-round.
MTG thanked the many partners, collaborators, individuals, and supporters for making the day educational, engaging, and successful.
Initiated in 2008 by the Global-Public-Private-Partnership for handwashing with Soap (PPPHW), Global Handwashing Day, which falls on October 15, and endorsed by an array of governments, international institutions, civil society organisations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), private companies and individuals.
The day is set aside by UNICEF and partners to spread the message that “clean hands save lives” and to raise the profile of handwashing with soap as an important practice for promoting the health and development of all.
Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician and founder of the Asomafo gospel group, Yaw Sarpong, is reporteddead.
The 66 year old gospel artiste is said to have died at the Emena Hospital in Kumasi on January 20, where he was receiving medical treatment.
For sometime now, Yaw Sarpong had been dealing with prolonged health challenges, forcing him to reduce his public appearances and step away periodically from performances.
Yaw Sarpong is widely credited as a pioneer of contemporary Akan gospel music.
Through Yaw Sarpong and Asomafo, he introduced a distinctive sound marked by rich harmonies, disciplined arrangements and lyrics firmly grounded in Christian teachings.
His leadership and musical direction helped shape the identity of gospel music in Ghana for decades.
Some popular tunes by the group includes ‘Wo Haw Ne Sen’, ‘Tie Obiaa’, ‘Aduro Yesu’ and ‘Awurade Kasa’, tracks that continue to feature prominently in churches and Christian gatherings across the country.
Yaw Sarpong’s death comes barely some weeks after the passing of Maame Tiwa, a key pillar of the Yaw Sarpong’s Asomafo music group.
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Heavens will come down at the International Central Gospel Church, Temple East (ICGC) as gospel songstress Diana Hamilton holds her annual concert.
The annual concert ‘Awake Experience’ with Diana Hamilton will take place in Accra on February 15, and at the church of Pentecost, Bantama Kumasi on February 22.
Speaking to The Spectator Agoro, she said this year offers another opportunity to have an experience with God, saying “So I want to be in his presence and watch him do mind blowing things.”
The ‘Aha Ye’ hit maker also announced that leading up to the event, the Diana Hamilton Team will embark on various outreaches to spread the gospel through ministration.
Themed ‘Dwell,’ will bring together renowned artiste and worshippers to celebrate faith and music.
Notable among them are Elder Dr Kwesi Mireku, Ntokozo Mbambo, Sisi Baidoo, Nana Yaw Ofori- Atta, Tagoe sisters and Joojo Arhin.
Diana Hamilton is a celebrated Ghanaian gospel singer, songwriter, and nurse, known for her inspirational music, spiritual depth, and impactful stage presence.
She has achieved historic wins like VGMA Artiste of the Year in 2021, becoming the first female gospel artist to do so, and is also recognised for her philanthropic work through the Diana Hamilton Foundation.
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