Friday is not a holiday: What you need to know about the National General Cleaning Days
Friday is not a public holiday despite the nationwide closure of markets and shops for a two-day national clean-up exercise ordered by President John Dramani Mahama following the recent floods that affected seven regions.
Presidential directive President John Dramani Mahama declared July 10 and 11, 2026, as National General Cleaning Days and directed ministers, Members of Parliament, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives, heads of state institutions and other public officials to leave their offices and lead clean-up activities in their respective communities.
Friday remains a working day Speaking on Peace FM on July, 8, 2026, Mr Kwakye Ofosu said Friday remained a working day, although workers were expected to spend the day taking part in the national clean-up exercise instead of their normal duties.
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