The government has evacuated 979 Ghanaian nationals from South Africa following recent xenophobic attacks that targeted foreign nationals, with a roll out of packages of social and economic support measures to help the returnees rebuild their lives. The latest group joins two earlier batches of evacuees who have already arrived […]

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called on Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) and entrepreneurs across Ghana to support the national jobs initiative to assist Ghanaian nationals being evacuated from South Africa. In a statement released on Monday, the Ministry appealed for immediate private sector involvement to expand employment opportunities for […]

Ghana and the Republic of Korea have signed a visa waiver agreement for holders of diplomatic and official passports. The agreement reflects relations that have developed over more than five decades. This agreement was announced during the Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers Meeting in Seoul on Monday. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, […]

The government has advised its citizens to avoid non-essential travel to South Africa as xenophobic attacks against African migrants intensify, leaving many injured and forcing the closure of businesses owned by foreign nationals. A release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the Government has taken several steps, […]

The United Nations Resident Coordinator in Ghana, Zia Choudhury, has called for stronger global investment in peacekeeping operations as conflicts across the world continue to threaten civilian lives and stretch international resources. Speaking at the 78th Flag Raising Ceremony to commemorate the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers in Accra […]

The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, James Gyakye Quayson, has called on the international community to deepen its commitment to peacekeeping operations, warning that growing global conflicts and security threats require sustained political, institutional and financial support. Speaking at the 78th Flag Raising Ceremony to commemorate the International Day of […]

Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has urged Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa to document and share their experiences following xenophobic attacks that led to the return of the first batch of 300 citizens to the country. Speaking at the welcome ceremony on Wednesday, in Accra, on behalf of President John […]

The first batch of 300 Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa after recent xenophobic attacks arrived at an emotional reception led by the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who assured them that the government would continue to protect citizens abroad. The minister, speaking on behalf of President John […]

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has noted that Ghana’s newly launched electronic visa system marks a new chapter in the country’s efforts to attract investors, tourists and deepen ties across Africa. Speaking at the launch of Ghana’s first e-visa portal on Monday in Accra on Africa […]

The Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr James Gyakye Quayson, has urged African leaders and citizens to renew their commitment to Pan-Africanism and work together to address the continent’s economic and social challenges through stronger unity and continental cooperation. He said this on Monday during the commemoration of this year’s […]