President Akufo-Addo on Sunday gave his 14th address to the nation on government's efforts to stem the spread of the coronavirus in the country.

This is his first address to the nation on the Covid-19 crisis since coming out of isolation. His need to self-isolate was on doctor’s advice after a member of his inner circle tested positive for the virus.

Below are 10 poignant points from his address.

Covid-19 recovery rate has improved from 75% to 89.5% in one month

The president said the country’s Covid-19 recovery rate has improved from 75% to 89.5% in one month.

He indicated that hospitalisation and death rates have consistently decreased over the period, adding that the country had one of the lowest on the continent and in the world.

The first gentleman was grateful that Ghanaians “mercifully, are not dying of the virus in the hundreds and thousands that were earlier anticipated and predicted, and that are being seen on a daily basis in some other countries.”

Further easing of restrictions on places of worship

The president expressed his “deepest appreciation to our religious leaders for their strict adherence to the safety protocols, which have prevented any known outbreaks, since they restarted their services”.

He added that after consultations with church leaders, the time restriction placed on the religious gatherings would be extended from 1 hour per service to 2 hours. This would take effect from August 1.

Commercial vehicles can operate at full capacity – Akufo-Addo

Commercial vehicles can now resume operations at full capacity, as the limit on their capacity has also been lifted.

The decision, according to him was also taken after consultations with the Transport and Aviation Ministers as well as the leadership of transport unions.

Black Princesses, Black Maidens to start camping for qualifiers

The nation's U-20 and U-17 women teams, namely the Black Princesses and Black Maidens, have been given approval to start their preparations in their training camps. They are to ensure that all safety protocols are maintained while they preprare towards their respective World Cup qualifiers.

Football and other contact sports, however, are still to remain on suspension.

Tourist sites to reopen

President Akufo-Addo announced the reopening of tourist facilities that were earlier shut as part of measures to mitigate the effects of the coronavirus pandemic.

He said the move is in consultations with stakeholders of the sector.

“In consultation with the Ghana Tourism Authority and the health experts, I am announcing the reopening of our nation’s tourist sites and attractions, so they can begin to receive visitors.

Trustees of Ghana Infectious Diseases Centre lauded for showing example of generous Ghanaian spirit

President Akufo-Addo has lauded the Trustees of the Ghana Covid-19 Private Sector Fund for leading the path to glory in a difficult time for the country.

He said the project is indicative of the generous Ghanaian spirit that has been exhibited since the onset of the coronavirus crisis.

“This is a world-class facility, which serves as an example of co-operation between the public and private sectors in our country,” he said.