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National Covid-19 Trust Fund Donates To Vulnerable Groups

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NATIONAL COVID-19 TRUST FUND DONATES TO VULNERABLE GROUPS. 

The National COVID-19 Trust Fund which was established to assist the poor and vulnerable during the COVID-19 crisis on Friday, 24th April, 2020 has  donated assorted items to five (5) selected Residential Homes and a shelter namely: the Osu Children’s home,  Teshie Children’s Home, Fern House Pregnancy & Resource Centre,  Shelter for Abuse, New Life Nungua Children’s Home and Help Age Ghana. 

In her opening remarks, the Chief Director for the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Afisah Zakariah said the COVID-19 Trust Fund plays a critical and crucial role in the prevention and controlling of COVID-19 generally in Ghana. 

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The Chairperson of the National COVID-19 Trust Fund, former Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Justice Sophia Akuffo in her speech said the impact of the Corona Virus pandemic is pervasive and this has cut across every aspect of human life. 

She said the Government of Ghana is implementing several interventions to manage the impact of the virus. 

One of such interventions according to the Chairperson is the establishment of the COVID-19 Trust Fund aimed at complementing Government’s effort to combat the epidemic and to also assist and promote the welfare of the needy and the vulnerable affected by the pandemic. 

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Justice Sophia Akuffo stressed that the selection of the vulnerable groups were based on data provided by the Ministry. She further reiterated their commitment to effectively implementing their mandate. 

Hon. Cynthia Mamle Morrison, Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection in her remarks thanked officials of the National COVID-19 Trust Fund for their donations and promised that no vulnerable groups or persons will be left out in the distribution. 

She encouraged all care givers to show love towards all children under their care as this will go a long way to shaping their lives. 

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The items donated includes: 98 cartons of tin tomatoes (big size), 488 (70grams) cartons of tin tomatoes, 56 (50kg) bags of rice, 5,596 boxes of indomie, 1,960 packs of minimie atsomo, 1,470 packs of Coco pops, and 590 cartons of Tampico drinks. 

The National COVID-19 Trust Fund in addition donated Veronica buckets and Hand sanitizers.

Present were the Chief Director for MoGCSP, Dr. Afisah Zakariah, Social Protection Director, Dr. Rita Owusu-Amankwah, Ag. Director for the Department of Children, Mrs. Florence Ayisi Quartey and the Ag. Director for the Department of Social Welfare, Mr. Daniel Nona.

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Source: Ministry Of Gender, Children & Social Protection 

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E-Clinic Africa and Lisbon Odame Have Officially Launched Their Digital Growth Partnership.

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Digitization in the health sector is advancing rapidly in today’s world, contributing to the enhancement of quality healthcare. Recently, Mr. Odame Lisbon, a digital entrepreneur, has been appointed as an Ambassador for E-Clinic Africa. The virtual care journey with E-Clinic Africa is focused on prioritizing good and quality healthcare in Africa.

E-Clinic Africa is recognized for its mobile app, a free secure messaging and video calling platform that enables patients in Africa to connect with expert healthcare professionals worldwide. The E-Clinic Africa mobile app aims to offer a safe and secure environment for healthcare professionals to interact with their patients from the comfort of their homes while ensuring that every African can access quality healthcare services effortlessly.

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With the E-Clinic Africa mobile app, you can receive valuable health-related guidance and address your concerns through unlimited messaging with dedicated doctors. Mr. Odame, in collaboration with E-Clinic Africa, will actively promote well-managed healthcare in Ghana and across Africa.

In his social media announcement, Mr. Odame expressed, “I am excited to officially share with you all my partnership, a virtual care journey with E-Clinic Africa aimed at emphasizing the importance of good and quality healthcare in Africa. Through what I term ‘SAY IT ALL,’ I will regularly discuss with you the significance of prioritizing your health and the genuine essence of convenience in quality healthcare provided by E-Clinic Africa.”

This ambassadorial appointment aims to extend top-notch healthcare to every part of Africa, enabling millions in smaller towns and cities to access the same quality of healthcare as those in major cities across developing and under-developed countries in Africa. The brand is elevating the healthcare system by granting access to quality medical care and medication delivery from specialized doctors throughout rural and urban areas in Africa.

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Wherever you find yourself, no matter how hectic life becomes, you can have a chat with our friendly and knowledgeable doctors through video calls at your convenience. If you prefer a face-to-face consultation, you can visit E-Clinic Africa located at North Legon, Agboba Road, near Wisconsin University.

Odame is encouraging all Ghanaians and members of the African community to download the E-Clinic Africa App, Sign Up/Subscribe (on IOS and Android), and take advantage of this excellent opportunity for quality healthcare.
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