The commander of U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), Air Force Gen. Dagvin R.M. Anderson, has held high‑level discussions with President John Dramani Mahama on deepening cooperation to strengthen peace and security in Ghana and the wider West African region. The engagement took place against the backdrop of escalating violence in parts of the Sahel, including a […]
Ghanaian boxing legend Azumah Nelson led a reflective discussion on his career and the enduring values of sport during a special screening of the feature-length documentary City of Ali at the U.S. Embassy in Ghana on February 19, 2026. The screening formed part of the Embassy’s America Film Club Series, an initiative that uses film […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a travel advisory urging Ghanaian travellers to avoid non-essential travel to Mexico, while advising Ghanaian residents in the country to restrict their movements following heightened clashes between the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) and the Mexican Armed Forces after the reported death of El Mencho. The security alert […]
The High Commission of India, in partnership with Vipex Associates and Ghanaian institutions, is set to host the maiden edition of the Natural Health & Wellness Expo 2026, a landmark event designed to showcase the growing role of traditional medicine in modern healthcare. Scheduled for 26–27 February 2026 at the Accra International Conference Centre, the […]
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has signalled a new phase of structured and results-driven cooperation between Ghana and the European Union, outlining major initiatives and executable programmes expected to materialise in 2026 following high-level engagements with the European bloc. The renewed diplomatic momentum follows a strategic meeting in Accra between the Minister […]
Ghana has secured a US$20 million grant from the Government of Japan to improve healthcare delivery in selected hospitals in the Northern Region, marking a significant boost to the country’s health infrastructure. The grant is expected to support critical upgrades in medical equipment, service delivery capacity and hospital systems, particularly in facilities struggling with heavy […]
Ghana’s iconic Fugu fabric has made a bold statement in Moscow, capturing attention at a major trade exhibition in Russia and reinforcing the global commercial potential of Ghanaian cultural exports. The traditional handwoven textile, long associated with northern Ghana, drew significant interest from international buyers and cultural enthusiasts, symbolising the country’s expanding footprint in global […]
The United Nations Resident Coordinator in Ghana, Zia Choudhury, has paid a courtesy call on the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, commending Ghana’s longstanding interfaith harmony as a product of visionary leadership and sustained dialogue among the country’s religious leaders. The meeting, held at the Office of the National Chief Imam in Accra, […]
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced the closure of the Premium Passport Application Centres in Accra and Kumasi, effective 20 February 2026. In a public notice issued on Wednesday, the Ministry informed applicants and the general public that services at the two premium centres would cease operations from the stated date. The announcement affects […]
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), has received the Open Letters of the High Commissioner-designate of the Republic of Namibia, Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, reaffirming historic ties and a shared commitment to deepen bilateral cooperation for mutual benefit. In welcoming the envoy on Wednesday, 18th February, 2026, the Minister emphasised that Ghana is committed […]
