Coronavirus: Project peak of infections – Mahama tells Ghanaian scientists, govt

Former President John Mahama has called on the scientists working on covid-19 management in Ghana to project the peak period of infections in Ghana.

According to him, knowing the trend of the data will enable Ghanaians better appreciate what to expect in the coming days and therefore calm nerves.

“We need to project quickly, what the expected peaking of infection will be, and when we will begin to see a flattening of the curve on new infections and hospitalizations.

“From the latest statistics and escalation in numbers, it is clear we are in a difficult spot in the battle to contain COVID-19. But together we can overcome the uncertainties of the moment. The latest revelation that 57.1% of infected persons have no history of foreign travel is particularly worrisome. It implies that we may have begun to experience community transmission of the virus,” Mr. Mahama wrote.

In his latest article on the lockdown in Accra and Kumasi, Mr. Mahama reiterated the need for the country to another major research centre in the northern region.

“While our minds are focused on fighting COVID-19, I would like to start a conversation about strategic plans and investments that will address future pandemics. As I have already suggested there is the need for a National Infectious Disease Response Plan that clearly sets out the specific steps to be taken to prevent the entry of such diseases, quickly arrest them at a very early stage even if they do enter our shores and reduce their impact to the barest minimum”.