NCCE urges market women to adhere to coronavirus protocols
They must observe social distancing, wear nose masks or face shields, and use hand sanitizers frequently.
Mr. Eric Adu, Ahafo Regional Director of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), who gave the advice expressed worry that currently, social distancing was virtually absent in many market places.
This worrying trend, he noted, could trigger the spread of new infections of the viral disease.
The situation could subsequently lead to the closure of markets, affect businesses, and have devastating impact on the socio-economic livelihoods of market women.
Speaking at a COVID-19 education forum held at the Dadiesoaba market in the Asutifi South District of the Ahafo Region, Mr. Adu observed that COVID-19 was resurfacing in the country because the public disregarded health and safety protocols.