Africa

Ghana to observe a public holiday on Sept. 21

The Ministry of Interior has reminded the public that Monday, September 21th 2020 is a public holiday marking Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day.

The general public is hereby reminded that it is a Statutory Public Holiday and should be observed as such throughout the country, a press statement issued by the Ministry of Interior and signed by the Minister, Mr Ambrose Dery said.

The general public is advised to observe the safety protocols associated with the novel coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19), especially in relation to social events at public places, the statement added.

This holiday commemorates the birthday of Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s first President.

Toby

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