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Adopt preventive measures against mosquito, waterborne diseases -GHS
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The Ghana Health Service (GHS) urged Ghanaians to adopt preventive measures against waterborne and mosquito-borne diseases as rains set in
According to the GHS, the onset of the rains is often accompanied by increased cases of diseases such as cholera, typhoid and dysentery due to contaminated water sources. Rainwater, it explained, can wash faecal matter into streams, rivers and other water bodies, posing serious health risks to communities.
A press release signed by the Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, Dr Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, also warned that vegetables cultivated near water bodies could become contaminated during this period, making proper washing and cooking of food essential.
Again, the service noted that stagnant water created by the rains provides breeding grounds for mosquitoes, increasing the risk of malaria, yellow fever and dengue fever. It identified discarded cans, old tyres and other containers that collect water as common mosquito breeding sites.
To minimise these risks, the GHS advised the public to keep their surroundings clean, clear bushes around homes and remove containers capable of collecting stagnant water. It also encouraged regular handwashing with soap under running water, thorough cooking of food, proper washing of fruits and vegetables with clean water and salt or vinegar, and purchasing food only from hygienic and reputable sources.
The service urged members of the public to report promptly to the nearest health facility if they develop symptoms of illness.
Food vendors were also reminded to observe strict food safety practices, including sourcing food items from approved suppliers, separating raw foods from cooked or ready-to-eat foods, washing fruits and vegetables thoroughly, and ensuring that their food handling certificates remain valid.
The GHS further cautioned that flooding associated with the rains could drive reptiles from their natural habitats into human settlements.
The service advised residents to keep doors and windows closed where possible, raise belongings off the floor during floods and clear bushes and holes around their homes that could serve as hiding places for reptiles.
The Ministry of Health and the Ghana Health Service reaffirmed their commitment to safeguarding the health and well-being of the public, and appealed for the cooperation of all residents to help prevent disease outbreaks throughout the rainy season.
By Esinam Jemima Kuatsinu
Businessman Mr. Ibrahim Mahama has denied reports linking him to a takeover bid for the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO).
His reaction follows a demonstration by members of the VALCO Labour Union today, during which some protesters alleged that Mr. Mahama was interested in acquiring the state-owned aluminium company.
In a statement issued by his Special Aide, Rafik Mahama, the businessman said he has “no such interest” and has not made any offer to acquire VALCO.
“The allegation is the latest in several vile attempts to impute the integrity of Mr. Ibrahim Mahama and subject him to needless public engagements,” the statement said.
The statement added that Mr. Mahama’s business track record speaks for itself, describing his companies as “some of the best-run operations across the African continent.”
It further noted that all of Mr. Mahama’s business interests were “legally commenced or acquired” and operate within the law a fact it said explains why his businesses have endured across seven election cycles.
“Mr. Mahama remains committed to contributing his quota to the development of Ghana by investing in business opportunities in Ghana and beyond,” the statement added.
The statement also disclosed that Mr. Mahama has instructed his lawyers to take the necessary legal action over the publication and allegations.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The leadership of Kristo Asafo has dismissed reports circulating on social media and in some media outlets that the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka will be buried on July 30, 2026, describing the claim as false.
The current head of the Kantanka family and leader of Kristo Asafo, Kwadwo Safo Akofena Kantanka, addressed the issue during a press conference in Accra today.
He said no burial date has been set and urged members of the church and the general public to disregard any unofficial announcements.
“I urge the members of Kristo Asafo and the nation to disregard any burial date out there,” Akofena said.
He further stressed that neither the leadership of the church nor the Kantanka family has made any such announcement regarding the funeral.
According to him, all official funeral arrangements will be communicated only through a formal statement from the Kantanka family when the time is due.
Akofena Safo Kantanka said the family remains united in ensuring that the final funeral rites are conducted in a manner that befits the legacy of the late Apostle.
He called on Ghanaians to remain calm and wait for the official communication from the family, warning against the spread of misinformation.
Background
Apostle Dr. Ing. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, founder and spiritual leader of Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, passed away recently, plunging the church and the nation into mourning.
The late Apostle was widely known not only as a religious leader but also as an industrialist, inventor, and founder of the Kantanka Group of Companies, which manufactures vehicles and other machinery in Ghana.
Since his passing, there has been heightened public interest in his funeral arrangements.
It would be recalled that a faction of the siblings and family led by former MP Adwoa Safo had earlier announced a proposed burial date and arrangements.
That announcement, however, has been rejected by the current leadership of both the church and the family.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
