Also known as: MFA · Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Ghana's Foreign Affairs Ministry — government body handling diplomacy, bilateral relations, international coordination, and visa/credential matters; currently led by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.
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The Ghanaian Times
… In a Facebook post, Mr Ablakwa said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had received official notification from the ECOWAS Commission on the assistance. …
ECOWAS pledges US$250,000 for June 29 flood victimsJoy Online
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) has announced a new requirement for Ghanaians seeking employment opportunities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). …
UAE introduces police clearance requirement for Ghanaians seeking employment visasJoy Online
… Ajongbah, has paid a courtesy call on Japan’s Chief of Protocol at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Hara Keiichi, following his arrival in Tokyo. …
Ghana’s Ambassador-designate to Japan engages Chief of Protocol, reaffirms commitment to stronger bilateral tiesThe Ghanaian Times
… Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced the donation on his facebook yesterday August 2nd 2026, stating that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had been officially notified by ECOWAS of its decision. …
ECOWAS donates $250,000 to support Ghana flood victimsThe Chronicle
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved a donation of US$250,000 (approximately GH¢3 million) to support victims of the recent devastating floods in Ghana, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced. …
ECOWAS Donates US$250,000 To Support Ghana Flood VictimsJoy Online
… Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Minister for Foreign Affairs, described the late Ambassador Gbeho as an approachable man and “a true son of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs” who served Ghana with distinction. …
‘Victor Gbeho belonged to a rare class of nation builders’ – MahamaJoy Online
… Mr Ablakwa said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had been officially notified by ECOWAS of the decision to provide the financial assistance. …
ECOWAS donates $250,000 to support Ghana flood victims – Ablakwa revealsJoy Online
… me of the visit was the deepening of bilateral cooperation through the signing of two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs): an MoU on Political Consultations and an MoU on Cooperation in Diplomatic Training between the Foreign Service Institute of Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs …
Gabonese President departs Accra after concluding three-day state visitJoy Online
… He rose through the ranks of Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to become Chief Director, Deputy Minister and later Minister for Foreign Affairs. …
Photos: Ghana bids farewell to Ambassador James Victor GbehoJoy Online
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced plans to name one of the facilities in its new ministerial block after the late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Ghana’s diplomacy and public service. …
Foreign Affairs Ministry to name facility after late Ambassador GbehoECOWAS has pledged US$250,000 to support victims of the June 29 floods that ravaged parts of Ghana, with the Foreign Affairs Ministry announcing the funds will be transferred to appropriate state institutions immediately upon receipt. The June 29 floods affected communities in seven regions, claiming lives, displacing thousands of residents, and destroying homes and infrastructure.
4 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
ECOWAS has pledged US$250,000 to support victims of the June 29 floods that ravaged parts of Ghana, with the Foreign Affairs Ministry announcing the funds will be transferred to appropriate state institutions immediately upon receipt. The June 29 floods affected communities in seven regions, claiming lives, displacing thousands of residents, and destroying homes and infrastructure.
4 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The UAE has introduced a Good Conduct Certificate (police clearance) requirement for all Ghanaians applying for employment visas, effective from 30 March 2026. Applicants must obtain the certificate authenticated by Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the UAE Embassy in Accra, with a 45-day grace period for those already in the UAE on visit visas seeking to change their status to work visas.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Ambassador-designate to Japan, Humphrey C. Ajongbah, met with Japan's Chief of Protocol on 3 August 2026 to introduce himself and discuss presentation of credentials, reaffirming Ghana's commitment to strengthening bilateral ties. The discussions included plans for celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations, the 50th anniversary of the JOCV programme in Ghana, and the centenary of Dr Hideyo Noguchi's arrival in Ghana in 2027.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
ECOWAS has pledged to donate US$250,000 to support victims of recent devastating floods in Ghana, with Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announcing that the Ministry will transfer the funds to flood victims once received.
3 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Economic Community of West African States has approved a US$250,000 donation to support victims of recent devastating floods in Ghana, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced. The funds will be transferred to Ghana and used to assist those affected by the floods, which displaced thousands of residents and damaged homes, businesses and infrastructure.
3 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
President John Dramani Mahama has described the late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho, former Minister of Foreign Affairs, as a rare nation builder whose distinguished public service strengthened Ghana's standing internationally, saying his legacy of integrity, patriotism and dedicated service would continue to inspire generations of diplomats and public servants.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced that ECOWAS has approved a US$250,000 donation (about GH¢3 million) to support victims of Ghana's recent devastating floods. The minister assured the public that the entire amount would be transferred to appropriate authorities once received by the ministry.
2 August 2026 · Joy Online →
President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema of Gabon departed Accra on Thursday after a three-day state visit, during which Ghana and Gabon signed two Memoranda of Understanding on political consultations and diplomatic training cooperation, and reaffirmed their commitment to African Union Agenda 2063 and UN Sustainable Development Goals.
1 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Government of Ghana held a state funeral on Friday, July 31, for former Minister for Foreign Affairs and former President of the ECOWAS Commission, Ambassador James Victor Gbeho, at the forecourt of the State House in Accra. The ceremony, attended by President John Dramani Mahama, Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, parliamentary and diplomatic figures, and international dignitaries, celebrated his distinguished service to Ghana, the West African sub-region, and the international community.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs will name one of the facilities in its new ministerial block after the late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho, a former Foreign Affairs Minister and former President of the ECOWAS Commission, in recognition of his contributions to Ghana's diplomacy and public service. Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa made the announcement at Gbeho's state funeral.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An anti-human trafficking forum has called on the Government of Ghana to stop prosecuting victims of trafficking for forced cybercrime, warning that treating them as criminals allows trafficking syndicates to thrive. The forum urged state institutions to adopt a victim-centred approach and ensure that individuals rescued from scam operations are screened as potential trafficking victims before any criminal proceedings.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana will hold a state funeral for late former Foreign Affairs Minister James Victor Gbeho on July 31, 2026, at the State House in Accra. The diplomat served as Chief Director and Deputy Minister in the Foreign Affairs Ministry, UN Special Representative for Somalia, and President of the ECOWAS Commission.
29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Government has announced a state funeral for the late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho, to be held at the forecourt of Jubilee House on Friday, July 31, 2026, in recognition of his decades of service as a distinguished diplomat including roles as Ghana's Foreign Minister, UN Special Representative for Somalia, and President of the ECOWAS Commission.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ibrahim Mahama has committed resources to support the second phase evacuation of an estimated 1,000 Ghanaians from South Africa following xenophobic attacks. The Government had earlier evacuated 926 citizens and provided each returnee with GH¢5,000 reintegration allowance and GH¢500 transportation support.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and India have committed to expanding cooperation in agriculture, pharmaceuticals, and information and communication technology, with renewed focus on robotics and artificial intelligence, following a meeting between Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and India's High Commissioner-designate Surinder Bhagat in Accra.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and Nigeria's High Commissioner-designate Shehu Ilu Barde have reaffirmed commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and enhancing economic cooperation, with focus on removing trade barriers and leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area to increase bilateral trade.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
UNIDO has reaffirmed its commitment to deepening collaboration with Ghana to promote inclusive and sustainable industrial development, following the presentation of Open Letters by its Representative-designate, Dr Emmanuel Kalenzi, to Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister on 24 July.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has announced a GH¢5,500 support package for Ghanaian evacuees returning from South Africa, comprising a GH¢5,000 reintegration grant, GH¢500 travel allowance, relief items, and NHIS registration. The two-phase evacuation exercise is expected to bring home nearly 2,000 Ghanaians, with the first phase having brought 926 returnees and the second phase expected to facilitate the return of about 1,000 more.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa told Australia's incoming High Commissioner that Ghana wants to deepen cooperation on sustainable mining reforms and renewable energy, particularly solar expansion as part of its energy transition.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Lebanon have pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation in education, trade and manufacturing following the presentation of the Open Letters of Lebanon's Ambassador-designate to Ghana. The countries aim to strengthen collaboration in trade and knowledge sharing in motor manufacturing, construction materials and pharmaceutical industries.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Foreign Affairs Ministry has approved 623 Ghanaians affected by the June 29 floods for free passport replacement, out of 705 applications received by the July 17 deadline. The scheme covers only valid passports held at the time of the disaster; 82 applications were rejected because the passports had expired before the floods.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Government has announced a new evacuation phase bringing approximately 1,000 Ghanaians home from South Africa this week, prioritising women, children, the elderly, people with medical conditions and students, in response to renewed xenophobic violence. Nearly 926 Ghanaians had already been repatriated in earlier stages, with a further batch of roughly 900 registered nationals cleared for evacuation as of 25 July.
26 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's government announced resumption of evacuation for Ghanaians in South Africa following renewed xenophobic attacks, with the first group expected to arrive in Accra on July 26. The voluntary programme prioritises vulnerable groups including women, children, elderly persons, and students who have registered with the Ghana High Commission in Pretoria.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is conducting the final phase of its mass repatriation exercise for Ghanaians stranded in South Africa following xenophobic attacks. Nearly 900 Ghanaian nationals voluntarily registered to leave, with about 926 already repatriated in earlier stages and remaining registered individuals beginning to return home on July 25.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Highlife to the World campaign has launched internationally with a masterclass in Paris, celebrating the history and global influence of Highlife music following its inscription on UNESCO's Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. The initiative, organised by MUSIGA in partnership with BenayaCon Promotions and ShowBiz Africa, aims to preserve and promote Highlife on the global stage.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and the Kingdom of the Netherlands reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation in fighting organised crime, terrorism, violent extremism, drug trafficking and other transnational security threats. Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister raised concerns about emerging security challenges in Ghana and West Africa, including violent extremism, organised crime, drug trafficking, money laundering and illicit financial flows, with particular emphasis on the growing threat of synthetic drug abuse among Ghanaian youth.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The European Union has announced plans to scale up support for Ghana's defence and security sector under the European Peace Facility to help contain emerging security challenges and prevent spillover of violent extremism from the Sahel. The announcement followed a meeting between Ghana's Deputy Minister for Defence and an EU delegation led by the EU Ambassador to Ghana.
20 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Nigeria and Ghana have agreed to deepen their partnership against xenophobia, Afrophobia, intolerance and violence against fellow Africans, following a bilateral meeting at the ECOWAS Mid-Year Summit. The two countries called for urgent regional and continental responses to tackle root causes of Afrophobic protests, protect migrant dignity, and place the issue on the agenda of the next African Union Summit.
20 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, with the family's consent, will conduct an independent autopsy on Bashiru Isak, a Ghanaian shot multiple times in Cape Town, South Africa. The decision follows unsuccessful attempts to obtain an autopsy report from South African authorities; Isak's remains arrived in Ghana on July 14, 2026.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the family of Bashiru Isak will conduct an independent autopsy after his remains arrived in Ghana from South Africa, where he was fatally shot in Cape Town. The decision follows unsuccessful attempts to obtain an autopsy report from South African authorities.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →