President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in a new cohort of Ghanaian envoys charged with advancing the country’s diplomatic and economic interests abroad.
The ceremony, held at the Jubilee House on Monday, February 9, 2026, saw five distinguished diplomats take the Oaths of Office, Allegiance and Secrecy as Ghana’s ambassadors and high commissioner. Mahama urged the envoys to embrace purposeful and impactful diplomacy, aligned with the government’s national reset agenda and development priorities.
The newly sworn envoys include Alhaji Said Saleh Sinare, appointed Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Lt. Col. Al Hajj Umar Sanda Ahmed, Ambassador to the Republic of Mali; Mr. Kofi Attor, Ambassador to the Republic of Cuba; Mr. Emmanuel Opeku, appointed Ambassador‑in‑Situ; and Mrs. Regina Appiah‑Sam, serving as High Commissioner to the Republic of Malta.
At the ceremony, President Mahama emphasised that modern diplomacy goes beyond ceremonial duties, urging the diplomats to proactively identify opportunities for Ghanaian businesses, foster bilateral trade, and address challenges impacting national interests. He noted that this group of envoys has a critical role in projecting Ghana’s reset vision and unlocking strategic partnerships for growth.
The appointments build on a series of diplomatic renewals by the Mahama administration since 2025, which included a larger swearing‑in of 15 senior envoys in September aimed at strengthening Ghana’s presence in key global capitals such as the United States, France, China and Nigeria.
Alhaji Sinare’s deployment to Riyadh is seen as strategic, given Saudi Arabia’s growing role in global energy and investment markets. His previous diplomatic experience and deep understanding of Arab diplomacy have positioned him to attract Middle Eastern investment in sectors ranging from energy to infrastructure finance.
The accreditation of Umar Sanda Ahmed to Mali reinforces Ghana’s commitment to deepening regional cooperation in West Africa, particularly within the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Mali remains an important partner in addressing security and trade integration challenges within the sub‑region.
Ghana’s diplomatic refresh comes amid broader foreign policy shifts by the Mahama administration, which has sought to balance Pan‑African solidarity with strategic economic diplomacy. Earlier ambassadorial appointments and credentials presentations, such as those for envoys to South Africa and other countries, highlight a consistent approach to strengthening bilateral ties and promoting Ghana’s global agenda.
The swearing‑in reinforces Ghana’s push for results‑driven diplomacy that prioritises investment attraction, trade facilitation and international cooperation on development issues. By aligning diplomatic missions with domestic economic goals, the government seeks to ensure that Ghana’s foreign policy not only fosters goodwill but also drives tangible benefits for national development.
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