{
  "id": 4875561,
  "title": "Births and Deaths Registry marks 61 years of service to Ghana",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/births-and-deaths-registry-marks-61-years-of-service-to-ghana",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-01T14:43:33.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/births-and-deaths-registry-marks-61-years-of-service-to-ghana/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Births and Deaths Registry (BDR) in Ghana celebrated its 61st anniversary on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, marking six decades of service to the nation. Established in 1965 under Act 301, the Registry has been instrumental in recording births and deaths, providing vital statistical information vital for national development. In a statement released on the occasion, the Registry stressed the continued importance of accurate data on births and deaths for effective planning, policy formulation, resource allocation, and delivery of public services. The BDR paid tribute to the dedication of its past and present staff, management, and stakeholders, including the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, UNFPA, UNICEF, UNECA, ICMPD, the Ghana Health Service, and the Ghana Statistical Service. The Registry acknowledged the need for ongoing modernization and digitalization of services to meet evolving demands, emphasizing improved accessibility, enhanced data quality, and stronger collaboration among stakeholders as crucial for comprehensive civil registration. The milestone is not just a celebration of the Registry's accomplishments but also a reaffirmation of its commitment to building a more efficient, accessible, inclusive, and responsive system. The BDR extended congratulations to the Registry's management and staff, as well as stakeholders and partners supporting its mission, expressing hope that the Registry would continue to evolve with Ghana's needs and contribute more significantly to national development through reliable civil registration and vital statistics.",
  "summary": "The Births and Deaths Registry (BDR) has marked its 61st anniversary, celebrating more than six decades of contribution to civil registration and vital statistics in Ghana. Established in 1965 under Act 301, the Registry has over the years played a key role in registering births and deaths and providing vital statistical information for national development. […]",
  "key_points": [
    "Births and Deaths Registry celebrates 61st anniversary on September 1, 2026",
    "Registry vital for national development through accurate data",
    "Emphasis on modernization and digitalization for improved services"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Ghana Medical Trust Fund marks first anniversary, expresses gratitude to Mahama, Akandoh and stakeholders",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/01/ghana-medical-trust-fund-marks-first-anniversary-expresses-gratitude",
        "published": "2026-09-01T15:48:59.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}