As Accra has been listed as one of the hotspots for the virus, Greater Kumasi too is ranked high in the Ashanti region. Over 200 people have contracted the Delta strain of coronavirus in the Kumasi metropolis and 10 people have been reported dead from July 1 to July 13, 2021. The upsurge of the new cases in the metropolis have mainly attributed to the general disregard for the COVID-19 safety protocols, funerals, parties, and other social distancing,” part of the statement read. “The general public is therefore entreated to as a matter of urgency continue to adhere to the COVID-19 safety protocols, ie. Below is the Regional breakdown from the highest to lowestGreater Accra region – 54,115Ashanti region – 16,889Eastern Region - 4,559Central Region - 3,552Volta Region - 2,664Northern Region - 1,661

Source: GhanaWeb July 19, 2021 16:41 UTC