Eastern Region Coronavirus Cases Rises To 28

Coronavirus cases in the Eastern Region have increased to 28. These persons according to reports are under quarantine in Kpong in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality and are made up of 22 Indians.

“On 10th April 2020, additional 7 positive results were received such that the total positive cases at AFCON camp B are 23,” a statement from the Eastern Regional Health Directorate said.

New restrictions in Lower Manya Krobo

The recent cases have compelled the Lower Manya Krobo Municipal Assembly to impose some restrictions on its residents.

In a statement, the assembly, for example, said only persons in the food value chain will be allowed at the Agormanya market.

Security checkpoints will also be mounted at all entry points to the municipality. Despite these developments, Ghana’s official case count remains 378, according to the Ghana Health Service. The country has also recorded six deaths and four recoveries.