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The government has announced that Monday, August 5, 2024 will be observed as an additional public holiday in Ghana.
Founders’ Day is a statutory public holiday celebrated annually on 4th August to honour the founders of the nation.
This year’s date falls on a Sunday, for which President Akufo-Addo, by Executive Instrument (E.I) and in accordance with Section 2 of the Public Holidays and Commemorative Days Act (Act 601), has declared the following Monday as a public holiday.
This decision allows all citizens the opportunity to commemorate Founders’ Day appropriately.
Ghanaians are encouraged to take part in the celebrations and reflect on the contributions of the nation’s founders.
Founders’ Day is a significant day in Ghana, commemorating the contributions of the nation’s founders and celebrating the country’s rich history and heritage.
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