Tag: Coronavirus
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COVID-19: Technology Chamber urges gov’t to develop digital response strategy to prevent spread
The Ghana Chamber of Technology, which comprises technology-related companies operating at the country, has asked government to develop and implement a comprehensive digital response strategy to manage the impact of COVID-19 on the continuity of business and government operations. There’s a ban for the next four weeks on all public gatherings including conferences, workshops, funerals,…
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Gold mining firms anticipate increased returns as the commodity’s price rises
The coronavirus pandemic is hitting the economies of many countries, and affecting sectors such as aviation, trade, oil and gas and tourism; nonetheless, gold mining companies are making gains. Players in the sector say they’re anticipating increased returns in the wake of the pandemic, as the price of the commodity has witnessed increases over the…
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Potential investors cancel trips to Ghana over COVID-19 pandemic – GIPC
The CEO of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Yofi Grant, says his outfit has started recording cancellations of scheduled meetings by potential investors due to growing concerns about the increasing number of Coronavirus infections across the world. Currently, the disease has killed more than 7,000 people globally, out of over 180,000 cases. Speaking about…
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We haven’t suspended operations in Ghana due to COVID-19 – Uber Management
The local management of the world’s leading ride-hailing app, Uber, has denied reports that it has suspended operations in Ghana following the threat posed by the coronavirus pandemic. This follows the circulation of messages on social media which sought to create the impression that the services of the company had been suspended as a result…
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COVID-19: Ghana contemplates grounding flights as Aviation Minister meets industry players
The Ministry of Aviation is contemplating a complete grounding of flights into Ghana in a bid to control the spread of the coronavirus pandemic. It follows a crunch meeting between the sector Minister, Joseph Adda, the Director General of the GCAA, Simon Allotey, and some airline companies earlier today, Monday, March 16, 2020. Citi Business…
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Ghanaian banks announce safety measures to combat COVID-19
Banks in the country are deploying safety measures to check against the spread of the novel Coronavirus after two cases were confirmed in Ghana on Thursday, March 12, 2020. Messages sent out to customers by the banks urged their clients to remain calm as they collaborate with relevant health authorities to ensure their safety. With…
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GUTA begs banks to lessen pressure on its members as Coronavirus slows their businesses
The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), is pleading with banks that lend to its members to help alleviate the pressure that may befall them as the spread of coronavirus poses a threat to their activities. According to the Association, most of its small scale business owners have been the biggest causalities in the outbreak…
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World Bank supports countries badly hit by coronavirus with $12 billion
The World Bank has said that it is supporting countries coping with the health and economic impacts of the COVID-19 outbreak. The global financial institution’s support is to the tune of twelve billion dollars. According to a statement from the Bank, the financing is designed to help member countries take effective action to respond to,…
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Check out 5 top global business events cancelled over Coronavirus fears
The outbreak of the deadly coronavirus since late last year has sent the business community into a state of panic with major business events gatherings canceled over health and safety concerns for participants and more importantly host countries. At the last count, there are 88 countries or territories that have reported cases of the novel…
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Coronavirus: Twitter tells staff to work from home
Twitter has told its employees to work from home to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. In a blog post, the social media giant said it was mandatory for staff in Hong Kong, Japan and South Korea to work remotely. The company also said it was “strongly encouraging” all of its 5,000 employees around…