UNITED STATES MISSION TO THE UNITED NATIONS Office of Press and Public Diplomacy FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 5, 2023 Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield Announces $3 Million to Support Women’s Body Armor Project at UN Peacekeeping Ministerial in Accra, Ghana Today, Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, Representative of the United States to the United Nations, announced a U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 December, 2023 | Topics: Uncategorized | Tags: Peace, United Nations
Tamale, Northern Region, GHANA – The United States Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) donated two vehicles to the National Peace Council for the use by the Northern and Savannah Regional Peace Councils. The two 2016 Nissan Pathfinders will provide the regional councils with the mobility they need to mediate local conflicts ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 December, 2023 | Topics: USAID | Tags: Peace, Security
Remarks by Ambassador Virginia Palmer at Tech In Ghana November 28, 2023 -As prepared- Thank you. It is my pleasure to visit Tech In Ghana for the first time. This is the see and be seen event for Ghana’s ICT ecosystem! Congratulations to the Tech in Ghana team and to our friends at the British ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 November, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Palmer, AmCham
Ambassador Palmer Speech AmCham Thanksgiving Dinner November 18, 2023 As prepared for delivery Good evening, everyone! Thanksgiving is a cherished American holiday, as you all know, and one that is often all the more poignant for those of us far from family! I love to tell the story of the pilgrims – it’s a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 November, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Palmer, AmCham
Ambassador Palmer Remarks at the Marine Ball November 11, 2023 As prepared for delivery Honorable Minister of Finance Ken Ofori-Atta Honorable Minister for Lands and Natural Resources Samuel Abdulai Jinapor Honorable Deputy Minister for Defence Kofi Amankwah-Manu Chief of Defence Staff Vice Admiral Seth Amoama Chief of Army Staff Major General Thomas Oppong-Peprah Chief ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 November, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Palmer
Updated to reflect threats against LGBTQI+ travelers. Exercise increased caution in Ghana due to crime and violence against members of the LGBTQI+ community. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise increased caution in: Parts of the Bono East, Bono, Savannah, Northern, North East, and Upper East regions due to civil unrest. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 November, 2023 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA – On November 19, 2023, the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) collaborated with the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) for World Fisheries Day. To commemorate the day, GBC organized a special fisheries-themed edition of their popular ‘What Do You Know?’ quiz. The event was held as part ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 November, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID
Kumasi, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer joined Ashanti Regional Minister Hon. Simon Osei Mensah today to break ground for a new state-of-the art maternal and child center at the HopeXchange Medical Center in Kumasi. The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has invested $3.5 million in the HopeXchange ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 November, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Health, Kumasi, USAID Health
First American Corner outside Accra brings more U.S. programs and educational opportunities to the Ashanti Region Kumasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer joined local officials today to officially open the new American Corner at Top Martins Complex in Kumasi, Ashanti Region. The American Corner Kumasi is a cultural and information center that ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 November, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: American Spaces, International Education Week
Accra, Ghana – Increasingly large numbers of Ghanaian students are choosing the United States as their undergraduate and graduate study destination of choice, according to the
2023 Open Doors Report published today . More than 6,400 Ghanaian students studied in the United States in the 2022-2023 academic year, representing a 31 percent jump over the last academic year. The Open Doors ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 November, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2023 Open Door Report, EducationUSA, International Education Week
Accra, GHANA— YOLO is back to educate and entertain! On October 27, 2023, the United States Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia Palmer, joined fans, influencers, celebrities, and Government of Ghana representatives for the much-awaited Season 7 Premiere of the popular hit TV show – You Only Live Once (YOLO) at the Silverbird Theater in Accra, Ghana. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 November, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies, USAID | Tags: USAID Ghana
Accra, GHANA— On October 27, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Virginia Palmer, joined Ghana’s Minister for Sanitation and Water Resources, Dr. Freda Prempeh, for the launch of the U.S. Global Water Strategy High Priority Country Plan for Ghana. The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), plans to invest approximately $100 million ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 November, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies, USAID | Tags: USAID Ghana
Accra, GHANA – The United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has provided $100,000 (1.1 million Ghana cedis) to the more than 31,000 people displaced by recent flooding in the Volta Region. U.S. assistance will support the Government of Ghana’s relief efforts to save lives, reduce suffering, and begin recovery. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 October, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies, USAID | Tags: USAID Ghana
Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Virginia Palmer The Ghana Journalists Association Awards 2023 Sunday, October 29, 2023 Ghana International Conference Centre As prepared for delivery It’s a pleasure to be here with you, once again, to celebrate the best of Ghanaian journalism. Today, as we honor journalism and press freedom, we acknowledge their ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 October, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Palmer, GJA Awards
“Tech Camp” connects technology experts and stakeholders to co-create innovative public policy solutions Takoradi, W/R, Ghana – The U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Embassy Ghana, and the University of Mining and Technology (UMaT), Tarkwa are convening mining stakeholders from across Ghana to brainstorm tech-enabled solutions to illegal mining. As part of “Tech Camp Takoradi” ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 October, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Environment, Mining
Accra, Ghana – Fifty young climate tech innovators and leaders from 19 African countries have arrived in Ghana for a three-week intensive leadership and professional development training program sponsored by the U.S. Government. Announced during Vice President Harris’s historic visit to Ghana in March 2023, the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center West ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 October, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Climate, Climate tech
September 29, 2023 Long-term commitment will aid recovery of Ghana’s fisheries Takoradi, Western Region, Ghana — The United States is supporting the long-term recovery of Ghana’s fragile coastal fisheries through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID Ghana Deputy Mission Director Grace Lang joined representatives of the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 September, 2023 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases, USAID
September 29, 2023 Accra, GHANA – The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), announced a new five-year, $60 million initiative to improve educational accountability in Ghana. USAID Ghana Mission Director Kimberly Rosen joined Ghana’s Deputy Minister for Education Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, to launch the USAID Ghana’s Strengthening Accountability in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 September, 2023 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases, USAID
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for International Security and Nonproliferation Ann Ganzer joined Ghanaian counterparts today to announce further U.S. support for establishing Ghana as a Small Modular Nuclear Reactor (SMR) Regional Training Hub and center of excellence for the sub-Saharan African region. The $1.75 million in funding will support ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 September, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Nuclear Energy, PDAS
Vessels Will Improve Maritime Security in Ghana and the Gulf of Guinea Sekondi, W/R, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer joined President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and Government of Ghana and Ghana Navy officials in Sekondi this morning to commission two new security ships. The boundary class ships provided by the United States Government will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 September, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ghana-US security collaboration, Press Release, US Embassy Ghana
Accra, GHANA – The United States Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) launched a new, four-year project to support government accountability in Ghana this week. The United States will build capacity among civil society and grassroots organizations to ensure all Ghanaians, including women, youth, and other underrepresented groups, may actively engage in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 September, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID Ghana
Accra, GHANA – Lucky Trip, the Ghanaian reality TV series that engages young people with entertaining education, is back for Season 3. In partnership with the United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Ghana Health Service, CFAO by Suzuki, and Lifebuoy, this season features fifteen of Ghana’s beloved celebrities, including luminaries ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 August, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: USAID Ghana
Ambassador Palmer’s Remarks – As Prepared Wreath Laying at the W.E.B. Du Bois Center August 27, 2023, 4:00 p.m. Good Afternoon. As we gather in commemoration of the 60th anniversary of the death of W.E.B. DuBois (dew-BOYSS), I am reminded of his prescient words in his autobiography: “You are not and yet you are: ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 August, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Palmer, DuBois
Accra, GHANA – U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Deputy Mission Director Grace Lang joined the Minister of Education Hon. Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum in Tamale yesterday to launch a new five-year, $14.39 million activity to support low-cost private schools in northern Ghana. The activity is USAID’s first foray into Ghana’s private school sector and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 August, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: USAID
Senior Department of Commerce Official Will Lead Trade Delegation to Ghana Accra, Ghana – U.S. Embassy Ghana, U.S. Commercial Service, the American Chamber of Commerce in Ghana (AmCham), the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Embassy of Ghana in Washington, D.C. will co-host the U.S. – Ghana Business Expo on August 10-11, 2023 at the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 July, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Accra, Ghana – The Ambassadors of the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea to Ghana, announced a historic partnership, at an event hosted by Ghana’s Minister of Health, Honorable Kwaku Agyeman-Manu yesterday. This agreement between the United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea supports Ghana’s goal of Universal Health Coverage. The three ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 July, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: USAID Health
Accra, Ghana – The U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Virginia E. Palmer joined the Chief of Defense Staff and senior officers from the Ghana Navy, the Ghana Armed Forces, and Ministry of Defense last week to visit the Ghana Navy Training Command (NAVTRAC) in Volta Region and commission multiple projects to support maritime security. Six U.S.-funded ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 July, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Ambassador Palmer, USinGhana
Remarks by Ambassador Palmer Fourth of July Reception 2023 As Prepared for Delivery Good evening and a warm “akwaaba” to all of you as we celebrate the 247th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America. It’s especially great to be here in person, after COVID brought us a few years of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 July, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: July 4
Accra, GHANA – The United States Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the United Nations (UN) World Food Programme (WFP), is embarking on a one-year effort to provide vital support to farmers during the lean season in Ghana. Valued at $7 million, the newly launched Farmer Support Activity aims to bolster ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 June, 2023 | Topics: Agriculture, News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: agriculture, USAID Ghana
ACCRA, GHANA – The United States Government has partnered with two Ghanaian financial institutions, Absa Bank Ghana and Opportunity International Savings and Loans, to support $25 million in new financing for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) in Ghana’s agricultural sector. The partnerships, led by the U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) in coordination with ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 June, 2023 | Topics: Agriculture, News, Press Releases, Trade, USAID | Tags: Trade, USAID Ghana
Accra, Ghana – The U.S. Embassy is proud to announce the selection of thirty-two young Ghanaians for the 2023
Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) . The group includes 18 women and 14 men selected among nearly 3,000 competitive applications from across Ghana. This year’s Fellows will travel later this month for intensive professional development and leadership training in Washington, D.C. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 June, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: 2023 Mandela Washington Fellowship, Mandela Washington Fellowship
Bolgatanga, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Virginia E. Palmer, visited Bolgatanga and the Upper East Region this week. The Ambassador joined Vice President Bawumia, the Upper East Regional Minister, Honorable Stephen Yakubu, and the Minister for Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Honorable Stephen Asamoah Boateng to inaugurate the rehabilitated Upper East Regional House of Chiefs ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 May, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, USAID | Tags: Peace
Twenty years ago on May 27, 2003, President George W. Bush signed the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) into law. In the 20 years since, the PEPFAR program has partnered with host governments to save 25 million lives in 50 countries across the globe, including Ghana. Gifty, a 52-year-old woman in the Ahafo ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 May, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador | Tags: PEPFAR
Accra, Ghana – Director of the United States Department of Justice’s Access to Justice Office Rachel Rossi joined Chairman of the Ghana Legal Aid Commission Supreme Court Justice Lord Nene Abayaateye Ofoe Amegatcher, Attorney General Honorable Godfred Yeboah Dame, and Acting Executive Director of the Ghana Legal Aid Commission Ellen A. “Sweetie” Sowa today to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 May, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: DOJ, Legal Aid
Fees for U.S. nonimmigrant visas will increase worldwide on May 30, 2023. The fee for B1/B2 visas for business and tourist travel, F visas for international students, J exchange visitor visas, and other visa classes not requiring a petition will increase to $185 (from $160). For petition-based nonimmigrant categories (H, L, O, P, Q, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 May, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, Visas | Tags: US Visa, Visa
PAO Ginny Elliott REMARKS WORLD PRESS FREEDOM DAY EVENT PRESS CENTRE, ACCRA MAY 03, 2023 TIME: 10.00am Good morning! On behalf of Ambassador Palmer and the U.S. Embassy, I’m so pleased to celebrate with you today as we mark the 30th anniversary since the UN declaration of World Press Freedom Day. I salute all our ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 May, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: World Press Freedom Day
Accra, Ghana – On April 26, 2023, the U.S. Government hosted its first-ever “Women in Agribusiness” Summit. The event showcased investment opportunities in Ghanaian agribusinesses led by women and connected women entrepreneurs to investors for financing. The event, hosted by the USAID-supported Feed the Future Ghana Mobilizing Finance in Agriculture (MFA) Activity, focused on empowering women ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 April, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID, USAID Ghana
Deputy Chief of Mission Nicole Chulick’s Remarks Launch of the State of Ghanaian Media Report University of Ghana April 19, 2023 10:45 a.m. Good Morning. It’s great to be here with you to celebrate the publication of this important report. I want to offer my thanks and congratulations to everyone who worked on ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 April, 2023 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Press Releases
Accra, Ghana – Ahead of this year’s commemorations for Earth Day, U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer announced the winners of the U.S. Embassy’s ‘Capture the Change’ photo contest. With the aim of giving young Ghanaians an opportunity to show the effects of climate change on their own communities, the contest received more than 100 submissions from ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 April, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Accra, Ghana – The U.S. Embassy Ghana and the American Chamber of Commerce, Ghana jointly hosted a roundtable on “Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Innovation” at the Google AI Research Center in Accra yesterday. The event focused on developments in industry, research, and policy related to AI. More than 40 local and international ICT companies, startups, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 April, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy in Ghana welcomed Vice President of the United States Kamala Harris and Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff to Ghana March 26-29, 2023. Ghana was the Vice President’s first stop on a weeklong journey, which also included stops in Tanzania and Zambia. Her trip focused on increasing investments in Africa, facilitating economic growth and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 April, 2023 | Topics: News, Vice President of the United States | Tags: USAID
Accra, GHANA – U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Virginia Palmer yesterday announced $5 million in new U.S. funding to improve the performance of the National Health Insurance Scheme and ensure quality of health services in Ghana. The Ambassador joined the Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Dr. Bernard Okoe Boye, to launch ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 March, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID
Ambassador Palmer’s Remarks Exercise Flintlock 2023 – Demonstration Sogakope Resort, Volta River Tuesday, March 14, 2023 -As Prepared- Good morning! To our distinguished international partners, Akwaaba and to our gracious hosts, the Ghana Armed Forces, Medaase. I’m looking forward to today’s activities. After a year of planning and two weeks of activity by over 1,400 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 March, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Palmer, Flintlock 2023
Accra, Ghana – The U.S. Embassy Ghana is commemorating International Women’s Day across Ghana, highlighting U.S. support for women and their essential role in Ghanaian life, culture, education, politics, and economy. In honor of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, the U.S. Embassy, Alliance Française Accra, and Goethe-Institute Ghana are hosting the
Women in Motion Film Festival in Accra from March 8-17 . The eight ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 March, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Film Festival, International Women's Day, Women in Motion
We are teaming up with
Alliance Française d’Accra and
Goethe-Institut Ghana to bring you eight nights of films for, about, and by women from March 8 – 17, 2023. This film festival is part of activities marking Women’s History Month. All screenings are free. Find the full program line-up and other information here:
https://bit.ly/WIMAccra Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 March, 2023 | Topics: Events, News | Tags: Film Festival, Women History Month
U.S. Deepens Support for Ghanaian Children with Season 2 of Kofi Kommando Animated TV show Popular cartoon series promotes healthy behaviors and inclusivity Northern Region, Ghana – The United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is launching Season 2 of Kommando in partnership with the Ghana Health Service, the Ghana Education ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 March, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID
Accra, Ghana – The U.S. Embassy joined the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Ghana yesterday to launch the
2023 SelectUSA Summit recruiting program. The event attracted Ghanaian companies and individuals from a variety of economic sectors to highlight the benefits of investing in the United States. In its 2022 report,
Kearney Global Business Policy Council ranked the United States as the number ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 March, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: SelectUSA
To raise awareness about the impacts of climate change in Ghana, the U.S. Embassy has launched a photography contest in advance of Earth Day 2023. The ‘Capture the Change: World Earth Day Photography’ contest will highlight the impact, potential mitigation, and adaptations Ghanaians, especially young Ghanaians, are adopting to face the climate crisis. Tackling climate ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 March, 2023 | Topics: News | Tags: Climate photo contest, Photo Contest
Accra, GHANA – In an event at the U.S. Embassy today, Director of the International Narcotics and Law Enforcement unit Ms. Chris Carlisle handed over donated laptops, cameras, and video projectors to media outlets in Ghana, media support organizations, and the National Media Commission. The donation, made through the Department of State’s Bureau of International Narcotics ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 February, 2023 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Press Freedom
February 24 marks one year since Russia launched its brutal, full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Russia’s horrifying violence has killed thousands and destroyed entire cities. Here in Ghana, Putin’s war has driven up prices for fertilizer, food, and fuel. Russia is losing on the battlefield and in desperation is attacking schools, hospitals, churches, apartment buildings, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 February, 2023 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Palmer, Statement on Ukraine
Deputy Chief of Mission Nicole Chulick’s Remarks at The Spelling Bee 2023 National Finals February 4 Christ the King Parish Hall, Cantonments H.E. Mrs. Rebecca Akuffo-Addo, First Lady of the Republic of Ghana; Hon. Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah, Minister of Information; Former CEO of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, Madam Mawuena Trebarh; MP for Ketu South ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 February, 2023 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches | Tags: Spelling Bee 2023
Accra, GHANA – USAID Mission Director Kimberly A. Rosen joined Ghana’s Minister of Education Dr. Yaw Adutwum this week to conclude the USAID Partnership for Education: Learning Activity. This eight-year partnership supported the Ministry of Education (MOE) to improve the reading skills of students in 11 Ghanaian languages and English. Since 2014, the project has ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 February, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID, USAID Ghana Learning
Accra, Ghana — The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) in partnership with the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development, today announced the Safe Fish Certification and Licensing Scheme under the theme, “Safe Fish, Better Health.” Under the program, fish processors will adopt a code of conduct to meet health and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 January, 2023 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID Fisheries, USAID Ghana
16 Days of Activism Campaign Highlights the Capacity for Change Accra, Ghana – As part of the global 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) campaign this year, the U.S. Embassy in Ghana focused on highlighting the problem of Gender-Based Violence and elevated the stories of those that are fighting to end it. While ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 December, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Gender Issues, News, Press Releases | Tags: Gender-Based Violence
U.S. Donates Supplies to Help Prosecute Perpetrators and Support Survivors of Gender-Based Violence Accra, Ghana – As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign, U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer visited the Ghana Police Service’s Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU) “One-Stop Center” today. During the visit, the Ambassador donated sexual assault examination kits and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 December, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Gender Issues, News, Press Releases | Tags: Gender-Based Violence
Remarks by Ambassador Virginia E. Palmer World AIDS Day December 1, 2022, 10:00 a.m. Good morning! I’m pleased to be here with you today to share this commemoration of World AIDS Day in Accra. World AIDS Day is not only a time to remember the millions of lives lost to this terrible disease since the first cases ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 December, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, PEPFAR, Speeches
Accra, Ghana – Ghanaian students continue to choose the United States as a top destination for higher education. The
2022 Open Doors Report released today confirms that 4,916 Ghanaian students studied at U.S. colleges and universities during the most recent (2021-2022) academic year. This represents a 16 percent increase over the previous year and continues a long-term growth trend ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 November, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: EducationUSA, Open Door Report 2022
November 4, 2022 Location: Accra Event: The embassy is aware of a demonstration planned for Saturday, November 5, 2022. The march is expected to start at 7:00 a.m. at Kwame Nkrumah Circle and end at Black Star Square at approximately 1:00 p.m. Significant police presence and traffic disruptions are anticipated along the route. Actions to Take: Avoid demonstrations and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 November, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Ambassador Palmer’s Remarks 2022 West Africa Media Excellence Awards October 22, 2022 Sulemana Braimah Executive Director of Media Foundation for West Africa Professor Kwame Karikari, founder of Media Foundation for West Africa Zoe Titus, Director, Namibia Media Trust UNESCO Country Representative Mr. Abdourahamane Diallo Representatives of STANBIC Bank, MTN Ghana, and other sponsors Representatives ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 October, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Palmer, Media Foundation for West Africa, WAMECA
Accra, Ghana – The U.S. Government, through the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has commissioned the Volta Regional Public Health Emergency Operations Center (PHEOC) in Ho. This is the fourth such center opened in Ghana since 2021. The operations center represents a collaboration between the governments of the United States, South Korea, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 October, 2022 | Topics: Health Issues, Press Releases
Kumasi, Ghana – During her first trip to the Ashanti Region, U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer met with his Royal Majesty the Asantehene, other traditional leaders, civil society, and U.S. government alumni in Kumasi. The trip reiterated the United States’ commitment to economic development, inclusive prosperity, and accountable governance in Ghana. “I’m thrilled to visit Kumasi, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 September, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases
Global Citizens, I’m honored to be here to take action and create change. U.S.-Ghana ties are strong, rooted in history and our common democratic values. It’s wonderful to see Ghanaian and American artists share this global stage. Our commitments tonight for Ghana affirm African agency, strengthen partnerships, and catalyze economic growth and opportunities. The United ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 September, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Global Citizens Festival
DCM Nicole Chulick’s Remarks at the EducationUSA College Fair Networking Reception Friday, September 16, 2022, 6:00-8:00pm Labadi Beach Hotel Good evening, everyone! I am so pleased to welcome you all to this reception following what I hear has been a very successful college fair today. I am excited to be among this incredible ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 September, 2022 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches | Tags: EducationUSA
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer swore-in 12 Peace Corps Volunteers to begin their service in the Eastern and Volta Regions. The Volunteers are the first to return to Ghana following the global evacuation during the pandemic in 2020. Volunteers will serve in the education, agriculture, and health sectors. Honorable Kwaku Agyemang-Manu, Ministry of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 September, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Peace Corps, peace corps ghana
Techiman, Ghana – The U.S. Government formally kicked off a $2.5 million initiative through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to ensure 100,000 smallholder farmers in Ghana receive affordable fertilizer for this planting season. During her visit to Ghana’s Bono East Region, USAID Mission Director Kimberly Rosen announced new support to help Ghanaian ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 September, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, USAID
Accra, GHANA – On August 30, 2022, U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer joined the Hon. Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum to mark the handing over of 3.7 million additional Basic 1 to Basic 3 English teaching and learning materials, including supplementary readers to the Ministry for Education. The materials will reach over 11,000 schools ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 August, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, USAID
Over 80 Ghanaian women graduated from the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a project funded by the U.S. government, and designed to enhance the skills of women entrepreneurs. The graduates successfully completed the 13-week course, which combines online training modules with in-person mentorship and facilitation. This year’s training of Cohort 4 featured budding entrepreneurs from ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 August, 2022 | Topics: News | Tags: Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
Accra, Ghana – A United States Congressional Delegation led by Chairwoman Barbara Lee visited Ghana from August 25-27, 2022. The visit reaffirmed the strong partnership between the United States and Ghana, the importance the United States places on Ghana’s leadership in West Africa and allowed for discussion of a range of global issues from climate ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 August, 2022 | Topics: Uncategorized
Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Nicole Chulick Opening of USAGM Training for Local Journalists for EPA Ghana Labadie Beach Hotel Wednesday, August 17, 2022 | 10:45 A.M. Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Honorable Benito Owusu Bio, distinguished partners, Good morning! It is wonderful to see you all in person. I would ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 August, 2022 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Speeches | Tags: DCM
United States Representative to the United Nations Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield visited Ghana August 5-7, 2022 to discuss food security Africa and meet with civil society and government leaders. Ambassador Thomas-Greenfield met with Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration Honorable Shirley Botchwey on August 5. She thanked Minister Botchwey for Ghana’s leadership in the region ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 August, 2022 | Topics: Uncategorized | Tags: Linda Thomas-Greenfield
On July 31, 2022, the United States conducted a precision counterterrorism strike in Afghanistan that killed Ayman al-Zawahiri, Osama bin Laden’s deputy and successor as leader of al-Qa’ida. Al- Zawahiri was one of the masterminds of the attacks against the United States on September 11, 2001, and had continued to urge his followers to attack ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 August, 2022 | Topics: Alert, News
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for
Monkeypox in multiple countries , including Ghana. Risk to the general public is low, but you should seek medical care immediately and avoid contact with others if you develop any new, unexplained skin rash (lesions on any part of the body), with or without fever and chills. If ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 August, 2022 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued a travel notice for travelers to Ghana based on confirmed cases of Marburg virus disease (MVD). The notice is Watch – Level 1, Practice Usual Precautions. On July 17, 2022, Ghana declared an outbreak of MVD. Four confirmed cases have been reported in the Adansi North ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 July, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Nicole Chulick MCC Ghana Power Compact Sustainable Energy Service Centers Inauguration Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 10:00 am at Accra Technical University -As Delivered- Good morning. Welcome: Honorable Deputy Ministry of Energy Officials from Accra Technical University, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi (KNUST), and the University ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 July, 2022 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Speeches | Tags: Deputy Chief of Mission, MCC
Tamale, Ghana – On her first official trip in Ghana, U.S. Ambassador Virginia Palmer visited Tamale and Northern Region this week. She met with peace and security, economic empowerment, public health, media, and development partners during the two-day trip. USAID Ghana Mission Director Kimberly Rosen accompanied the Ambassador. “Northern Ghana is an absolute priority for the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 July, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Peace Corps Volunteers arrived in Ghana last week after a two-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial group of thirteen Volunteers will resume Peace Corps’ mission of promoting peace and friendship, in collaboration with their Ghanaian counterparts, in junior high schools and schools for the deaf, health centers, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 June, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Peace Corps, peace corps ghana
June 29, 2022 Location: Accra Event: Protests are taking place Wednesday, June 29, 2022, in the vicinity of El-Wak stadium, Jawaharlal Nehru Road, Liberation Road, Jubilee House, and the Ministry of Finance. Significant police presence and traffic disruptions are expected. Read the entire Ghana Travel Advisory
here . Actions to Take: Avoid demonstrations and leave the area if ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Event: Thank you to everyone who registered interest in the virtual Town Hall with U.S. citizens scheduled for Thursday, June 30, 2022. Ambassador Palmer has been unavoidably detained in Washington, DC. We are therefore moving the Town Hall to Thursday, July 7, 2022 at 3:00 pm. If you are interested in attending the virtual Town Hall and have not ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Location: Accra Event: Protests are planned in Accra for Tuesday, June 28, and Wednesday, June 29, 2022, in the vicinity of Ring Road, Jubilee House, Obra Spot Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Independence Square, and the Arko Adjei Interchange. Significant police presence and traffic disruptions are expected. Read the entire Ghana Travel Advisory
here . Actions to Take: Avoid demonstrations and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Accra, Ghana – An 18-person team from the U.S. State of North Dakota, including personnel from the state’s Department of Emergency Services and members of the North Dakota National Guard, today completed a two-week training with their Ghanaian colleagues from the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO). The training focused on preparing for natural disasters, including ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 June, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Natural Disaster
The U.S. Embassy in Accra is hosting a virtual Town Hall to introduce U.S. citizens in Ghana to our newly arrived Ambassador, Virginia E. Palmer. The Town Hall will be held online via Zoom Thursday, June 30, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. and is open to all U.S. citizens. Participants will also hear from the Regional ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have issued a “Level Unknown” Travel Health Notice for Ghana due to COVID-19, indicating an uncertain level of COVID-19 in the country. CDC advises travelers to make sure they are up to date with COVID-19 vaccines before traveling to Ghana. The Ghana Health Service has consistently reported ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA –
U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Virginia Palmer presented her credentials to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo June 16, 2022 at Jubilee House. Speaking during the ceremony at Jubilee House, Ambassador Palmer thanked President Akufo-Addo and the Ghanaian people for the warm welcome she has received. She also highlighted the strong, positive, and long-term friendship between the United States and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 June, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Palmer
DCM Nicole A. Chulick Boeing Event “Our Future-Tomorrow Innovators” Program Wednesday, June 15, 2022| 13:00 Accra, Marriott Honorable Minister of Education Honorable Minister of Communications and Digitalization Honorable Minister of Business Development Boeing President, Middle East, Turkey & Africa, and Boeing Senior Leadership National Youth Authority CEO National Entrepreneurship Innovation Program Leadership INJAZ Al-Arab, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 June, 2022 | Topics: Speeches
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra (June 12, 2022) As of June 12, 2022, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) order requiring all persons to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, is rescinded. Starting at 12:01 a.m. EST ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Kasoa, C/R, Ghana – With the inauguration of the Kasoa Bulk Supply Point (BSP) today, the United States has completed its nearly six-year $316 million investment in Ghana’s energy infrastructure, supporting more reliable power for hundreds of thousands of schools, hospitals, offices, and homes in Ghana. Deputy Chief of Mission of the U.S. Embassy Nicole Chulick ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 June, 2022 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Press Releases | Tags: Kasoa BSP, MCC, Millenium Challenge Account
Accra, Ghana – Next Level, the U.S. Department of State’s dance and music exchange program that uses hip hop to teach leadership, foster careers in the arts, and empower youth to develop community-based solutions has arrived in Ghana. The Next Level team will spend two weeks in Ghana, focused on engaging youth in Ghana’s north and mentoring young artists ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 May, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Next Level
Accra, Ghana – Thirty-two young Ghanaians have been selected as U.S. Department of State 2022 Mandela Washington Fellows. The select group are leaders in their professions and communities and were recruited from a candidate pool of nearly 4,000 Ghanaian applicants through a rigorous, competitive process. The Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is the flagship ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 May, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Mandela Washington Fellowship, MWF 2022, YALI Network
Accra, Ghana – The United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID’s)
West Africa Trade and Investment Hub today convened representatives from large apparel companies to hear about opportunities to strengthen economic growth in Ghana and empower women and women-owned businesses. Three USAID co-investment partners working in the apparel industry shared their experiences working with the Hub. “Today’s event highlights the major ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 May, 2022 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Ghana, USAID | Tags: AmCham, Press Release
Remarks Delivered by- Press Attaché Kevin Brosnahan 2022 World Press Freedom Day Event Wednesday, May 4, 2022, 10:00 am International Press Centre, Accra, Ghana Good morning! It’s a pleasure to be here today to commemorate one of our most fundamental and treasured democratic values: press freedom. To the members and leadership of GJA ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 May, 2022 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: World Press Freedom Day
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra Location: Accra, Ghana Event: Ghana Health Service is offering a COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the American Employee Association compound (opposite Ghana International School, near back entrance of the U.S. Embassy, Second Circular Road, Accra, Ghana). First, second, and booster shots available for ages 15 and older. 1st Drive: May 4, 2022, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 April, 2022 | Topics: Alert
U.S. will convene potential foreign investors in the Washington, DC area in June 2022 Accra, Ghana – The U.S. Embassy joined the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Ghana today to launch the 2022 SelectUSA Summit recruiting program. Today’s event attracted Ghanaian companies and individuals from a variety of economic sectors to highlight the benefits ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 April, 2022 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Doing Business in the U.S., News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: AmCham, Press Release
Accra, GHANA – The United States Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has launched a new, five-year $29 million partnership with the Ghana Health Service to support the widespread adoption of life-saving health behaviors across Ghana. “USAID’s new flagship social and behavior change activity, is a culmination of decades of partnership and engagement ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 April, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, USAID | Tags: USAID Ghana
Ambassador Sullivan’s Remarks at Conferment of State Honor Jubilee House, April 7, 2022 Your Excellency, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, President of the Republic of Ghana; Honorable Frema Osei-Opare, Chief of Staff, Office of the President; Honorable Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration; Honorable Ministers of State; Honorable Members of Parliament; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 April, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
Accra, Ghana – On Friday, the U.S. government announced its intent to partner with five Coastal West African countries (Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, Ghana, Guinea, and Togo) in the context of the ten-year U.S. Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability. In response to common issues raised in each of the five countries, this Strategy enables ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 April, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Security Cooperation
Accra, Ghana – United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Ghana Acting Mission Director Janean Davis announced $24.7 million in new funding to Ghana today to support vaccination efforts nationwide as part of the Initiative for Global Vaccine Access (Global VAX). The funding, provided through USAID will accelerate the delivery of safe and effective COVID-19 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 April, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, USAID
If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until June 30, 2022. You qualify to travel on your expired passport if all the following are true: You are a U.S. citizen. You are currently abroad seeking ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan today announced new co-investments by the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) totaling $4.2 million with five companies operating in Ghana. These projects, leveraged with private sector funds, will help these companies scale up operations, develop export opportunities, and create jobs. Ambassador Sullivan made the announcement during the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 March, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases, Speeches, USAID | Tags: USAID, USAID Ghana
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s Remarks Vital Voices Global Mentoring Walk March 5, 2022 10:30am -As Delivered- Executive Director Brigitte Dzogbenuku; Sponsors; Supporters; Mentors and Mentees; Walkers; Ladies and Gentlemen; Our fabulous MC; All protocols observed: Good morning! Thank you so much, Brigitte, for the kind invitation to participate in this event again. I was here ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 March, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
H. E. Stephanie S. Sullivan, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Opening Remarks –International Women’s Day Alumni Event at the West Africa Regional Training Center (RTC), Accra March 8, 2022 at (12:00pm) The former Chief Justice of Ghana, Her Ladyship Sophia Akuffo; The Executive Director of the Economic and Organized Crime Office of Ghana, Commissioner of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 March, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, RTC
The U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana, has received unsubstantiated information that U.S. citizens may be targeted for kidnapping for ransom in northern Ghana, to include the Upper East Region and the Upper West Region. U.S. citizens traveling in Ghana should exercise caution while visiting border areas, in particular the northern border, and be sure to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Accra, Ghana – The United States and Ghana jointly launched their partnership under the Foundational Infrastructure for Responsible Use of Small Modular Reactor Technology (FIRST) program on February 25. U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan; Ghana’s Senior Advisor to the President Hon. Yaw Osafo Marfo; Minister of Energy Hon. Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh; representative of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 March, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Nuclear Energy
Tamale, Ghana – Affirming the United States’ commitment to peacebuilding and development in Ghana’s northern regions, U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan visited partners in Tamale, Yendi, Buipe, and Salaga this week. The Ambassador held meetings with the Northern Regional Minister and Chairman of the Regional Security Council Honorable Shanui Alhassan Shaibu, as well as with ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 March, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2
Travel Health Notice due to COVID-19, indicating a moderate level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are fully vaccinated with an
FDA authorized vaccine . Before planning any international travel, please review the CDC’s specific recommendations for vaccinated and unvaccinated travelers. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 March, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Ambassador’s Remarks at the U.S.-Ghana FIRST Partnership Virtual February 25, 2022 Greetings Honorable Ministers, Commissioners, Deputy Assistant Secretaries, and other distinguished participants in today’s launch; all protocols observed: It’s a pleasure to help launch the U.S.-Ghana FIRST Partnership today, alongside colleagues from across the U.S. and Ghanaian governments, and even beyond, with Japan joining us as well. The United States and Ghana have collaborated on ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 March, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Accra, GHANA – The United States is donating Braille teaching and learning materials for 1,400 visually impaired Ghanaian students. The materials were developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Education’s Special Education Division. U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Education Office Director Rasheena Reid joined the Honorable Deputy Minister of Education Reverend John N. Fordjour ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 February, 2022 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID
There is a large demonstration planned for the morning of Thursday, February 10, 2022 that will begin in Obra Spot in Kwame Nkrumah Circle and proceed to Jubilee House and Parliament House. Significant disruptions in road and pedestrian traffic and considerable police presence are expected. Actions to Take: All U.S. citizens should enroll in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 February, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Accra, Ghana – More than half a million doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine arrived at Accra’s Kotoka International Airport on February 6. The United States has donated 7.6 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to Ghana since September 2021. These vaccines are being used across Ghana to protect Ghanaians from serious illness and to save lives. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Vaccine in Ghana
Ambassador Sullivan’s Remarks at the 2022 Spelling Bee Championship February 5, 2022, 3:30-7:30 p.m. – As Delivered – Her Excellency, First Lady of the Republic of Ghana, Mrs. Rebecca Akufo-Addo; Honorable Deputy Minister for Education Gifty Twum Ampofo; Country Director, Young Educators Foundation Ms. Eugenia Tachie Menson; This year’s competitors; Proud parents and family; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 February, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: The Spelling Bee Ghana
Apiate, Western Region, Ghana – The U.S. Embassy together with Ghana’s National Disaster Management Office (NADMO) delivered urgently needed humanitarian relief supplies to the Apiate community near Bogoso yesterday. The U.S. Department of Defense’s Overseas Humanitarian, Disaster Assistance, and Civic Aid program funded the supplies, including clothing, medical supplies, drinking water, blankets and mattresses, personal ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 February, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
Ambassador Sullivan’s Remarks at Ghana Robotics Academy Foundation’s National Awards Ceremony January 22, 2022, 9:00 am Chairman of today’s event, Reverend Kwesi Dickson; Professor Elsie Effah Kaufmann of the University of Ghana; Mr. Yaw Okraku-Yirenkyi and Mr. George Ollennu, Founding Members of the Ghana Robotics Academy Foundation; Mr. Julian Bennet of Academic City University ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 January, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Ghana Robotics Academy
COVID-19 Reconsider travel to Ghana at this time due to COVID-19. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for COVID-19 in Ghana, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country. Your risk of contracting COVID-19 and developing severe symptoms may be lower if you are fully ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert
Ambassador Sullivan’s Goodwill Remarks at Ministry of Information’s Media Capacity Enhancement Program Monday, January 10, 2022 Manyhia Palace, Kumasi, Ghana His Royal Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II; Honorable Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah; Mr. George Sarpong, Executive Secretary of the National Media Commission; Prof. Kwamena Kwansah-Aidoo, Rector of the Ghana Institute of Journalism and Chairman ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 January, 2022 | Topics: Ambassador, Fundamental Freedoms, News, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Ghana Journalists Association
If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until March 31, 2022. You qualify to travel on your expired passport if all the following are true: You are a U.S. citizen. You are currently abroad seeking ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert
On December 27, 2021, the cost for a U.S. passport book will increase by $20. The increased fee is necessary to ensure we continue to produce one of the most secure travel and identity documents in the world. For minor passport applicants using Form DS-11, the new fee is $135. For adults renewing their passports using Form ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 January, 2022 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
The U.S. Embassy Ghana Public Affairs Section (PAS) of the U.S. Department of State announces a Request for Statements of Interest (RSOI) from organizations interested in applying for funding for program proposals that strengthen ties and build relationships between the United States and Ghana. PAS Accra invites organizations interested in potential funding to submit Statements ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 December, 2021 | Topics: News, Notification, Public Affairs | Tags: NOFO, PAS Grant
The United States has now donated more than seven million doses to the Ghanaian people Accra, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan joined Ghana Minister of Health Hon. Kwaku Agyeman Manu at Accra’s Kotoka International Airport this evening to share 1.7 million newly arrived doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine with Ghana on behalf of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 December, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
American Chamber of Commerce-Ghana’s New Office Opening Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan December 17, 2021 Good morning! I’m very pleased to be here today to celebrate the opening of AmCham’s new office here in East Legon. What an exciting day and WOW, what a fantastic new facility! AmCham Ghana has its eye on the future ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 December, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Border security
Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan Strengthening the Northern Borders of Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana, and Togo December 15, 2021 -As Delivered- Good morning! Thank you all for being here today. U.S. Embassy Accra welcomes this opportunity to participate in the launch of the Regional Border Management Project – Strengthening the Northern Borders of Cote D’Ivoire, Ghana, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 December, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Border security
December 9, 2021 Representative of the Government of Ghana; Members of the Diplomatic Corps; Honored guests, friends, and our 16 Days of Activism Champions, Akwaaba to my home and thank you for joining me this evening. Welcome also to our visiting Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, Toby Bradley. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 December, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Gender Issues, Human Rights, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
New Vaccine Requirement for Travelers to Ghana The Ghana Health Service has announced new vaccine requirements for all travelers to Ghana effective at midnight (12:00 a.m.) local time, December 12, 2021. The following information is from the Ghana Health Service’s
press release : Travelers to Ghana All persons 18 years-old and above arriving in Ghana will be ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken today announced the winners for the U.S. Department of State’s Awards for Corporate Excellence (ACE). The Department recognized Zipline Ghana for its innovative work to deliver perishable medical supplies, including COVID-19 and other vaccines, via its fleet of fixed-wing drones in Ghana. Zipline Ghana is the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 December, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
The United States has now donated more than five million doses to the Ghanaian people Accra, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan handed over one million Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine doses to Ghana today. Since September, the United States has donated 5.3 million COVID-19 vaccine doses to the Ghanaian people. Ambassador Sullivan joined representatives ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 December, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
The
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have announced a new
Order for all air passengers traveling to the United States. Effective Monday, December 6, 2021, 12:01am EST (5:01am GMT), all travelers two years of age or older will need to get a COVID-19 viral test (regardless of vaccination status or citizenship) no more than 1 day before traveling by air into ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 December, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Tamale, Ghana – The United States is committing $45.5 million over the next five years to improve water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) services in Ghana. U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan joined representatives of the Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources to launch the project in Tamale today. The U.S. Government, through USAID, will work together ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 November, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana, USAID
Accra, Ghana – On November 25, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the U.S. Embassy will launch a multimedia campaign as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. The 16 Days initiative is a global campaign that draws attention to the problem of violence against women and girls. The campaign, which will highlight ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 November, 2021 | Topics: Gender Issues, Human Rights, Press Releases | Tags: 16 Days of Activism
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie Sullivan joined Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry Michael Okyere Baafi, and other Ghanaian officials to formally inaugurate the new Air Conditioner and Refrigerator Test Laboratory at the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) today. The U.S. government Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) funded $1.84 million for the project under ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 November, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches, Success Stories, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Ghana Standard Authority, MCC, MiDA, Milllenium Challenge Compact
Accra, Ghana – The United States continues to be a top destination for international studies among Ghanaian students. For the most recent (2020-2021) academic year, 4,229 Ghanaians studied at colleges and universities in the United States, a slight increase over last year. Even during the COVID-19 pandemic, Ghanaians showed strong interest in studying in the United States. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 November, 2021 | Topics: Education, Press Releases | Tags: Education in the USA, Open Door Report 2021
Accra, GHANA – The United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development, and the Ghana Ministry of Industry will host the
Ghana Agribusiness Investment Summit November 16-18, 2021. The virtual summit, which opens today, will bring together over 400 stakeholders in the agribusiness sector, transaction advisors, financial institutions, and investors, along with representatives of the United States and Ghana governments, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 November, 2021 | Topics: Agriculture, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies, USAID | Tags: Press Release
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Deputy National Security Adviser Daleep Singh visited Accra this week to discuss President Biden’s Build Back Better World initiative with stakeholders and to meet with Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia. Singh’s visit to Ghana follows his participation in COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland, where President Biden reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to address ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 November, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Press Release
Accra, Ghana – New rules for travel to the United States go into effect for flights departing on Monday, November 8, 2021. The rules released by the Biden Administration for travel to the United States will protect public health, while providing consistent guidance around the world. With limited exceptions, travelers to the United States must ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 November, 2021 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases, Visas | Tags: Visa
Ambassador’s Remarks at the West Africa Media Excellence Awards Swiss Spirit Alisa Hotel, North Ridge, Accra, Ghana October 22, 2021 Good afternoon. I’m delighted to be here with you this afternoon to honor excellence in journalism in Ghana and West Africa. I’d like to extend my appreciation to the Media Foundation for West Africa’s Executive ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 October, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Fundamental Freedoms, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Press Freedom
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie Sullivan joined the President of Ghana H.E. Nana Akufo-Addo and other Ghana government officials to formally inaugurate the Pokuase Bulk Supply Point (BSP) in Accra today. The U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) funded the $64.7 million (GH₵ 391.9 million) electrical infrastructure project under the Ghana Power Compact. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 October, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Success Stories, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: MCC, Milllenium Challenge Compact
Accra, GHANA, October 14, 2021 – Today, U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan inaugurated an air quality monitoring station on U.S. Embassy grounds in Cantonments, Accra together with Hon. Henry Kwabena Kokofu, Executive Director of EPA Ghana representing Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MESTI); Prof. Sandow Mark Yidana, Dean, School of Physical and Mathematical ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 October, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Environment, News, Press Releases, Science & Tech, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Press Release, US Embassy Ghana
Vaccine Donations from the United States Now Total 2.5 Million Doses Accra, Ghana, October 8, 2021 – More than 1.3 million doses of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine donated by the United States arrived via COVAX in Accra this afternoon. Today’s delivery brings the total to more than 2.5 million doses donated by the United States to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 October, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, USAID | Tags: Cybersecurity, Nicole Chulick
Protection of Critical Information Infrastructure Directive Remarks for Charge Nicole Chulick National Communications Authority Tower Conference Room October 1, 2021 -As Delivered- Joe Anokye, Director-General, National Communications Authority Albert Antwi-Boasiako, National Security Advisor Maxwell Opoku-Afari, First Deputy Governor, Bank of Ghana Honorable Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Minister for Energy Honorable Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, Minister for Communications ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 October, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission | Tags: Cybersecurity, Nicole Chulick
Remarks by Acting Deputy Chief of Mission Virginia Elliott 15th Anniversary The Spelling Bee MultiChoice Ghana (Abelenkpe) Thursday, September 23, 2021, 10:00a.m.-12:00p.m. I’m delighted to be here to celebrate the 15th Anniversary of the Spelling Bee in Ghana! The U.S. Embassy is a proud, longtime supporter of the Spelling Bee. I know Ambassador Sullivan wishes ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 September, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches | Tags: Spelling Bee
Ambassador Sullivan’s Remarks at the UNODC Launch Friday, September 17, 2021 10:50 a.m. Alisa Hotel, North Ridge, Accra -As Delivered- Mr. Glen Prichard – CRIMJUST Global Coordinator; Mr. Kameldy Neldjingaye – UNODC Deputy Regional Director for West & Central Africa; Mr. Francis Torkornoo – Director General of Ghana Narcotics Control Commission; Mr. Charles Abani – ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 September, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, UNODC
Accra, GHANA – U.S. Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan announced new support for Ghana’s public health system and COVID-19 response with a new U.S. funded Public Health Emergency Operations Center (PHEOC) for the Ashanti Region. The $100,000 center is funded by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Ambassador Sullivan toured the new center in Kumasi, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 September, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, CDC Ghana
Ambassador’s Remarks at the National Security Dialogue West Africa Center for Counter Extremism Ghana Broadcasting Corporation Friday, September 10, 10:50 a.m. Good morning! I’d like to start by thanking GBC and WACCE’s Executive Director, Mr. Mutaru Muqthar, for the invitation to speak this morning on this important topic. I want to recognize Mr. Muqthar as ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 September, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Security governance initiative, US Embassy Ghana
Accra, Ghana – U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan today announced new support for Ghana’s COVID-19 response, including oxygen generation equipment to support critical care patients nationwide and equipment to aid in the treatment of infectious disease. She joined representatives of the Ministry of Health and Ghana Health Service and members of Ghana’s national ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 September, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana, USAID | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, USAID Ghana
Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Opening Session of the U.S.-Ghana Business Forum September 8, 2021 | 1:30 p.m. Thank you, Ayesha, for the introduction. Distinguished guests, ladies, and gentlemen, all protocols observed, it is a real pleasure for me to participate in the opening session of this Business Forum organized by the American ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 September, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: US Ghana Forum
Accra, September 4, 2021 – More than 1.2 million doses of the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine donated by the United States arrived in Ghana this morning. U.S. Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan, Deputy Minister of Health, Honorable Mahama Asei Seini, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Honorable Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, and the UNICEF Country Representative to Ghana Ms. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 September, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, USAID | Tags: COVAX, USAID, Vaccine in Ghana
The U.S. Embassy in Accra is holding a virtual auction of surplus movable property this year. Lots will be available to bid on for one week, starting October 18 and ending October 22. The auction website is available 24 hours a day. Each lot will have clearly stated the maximum and minimum bids as well ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 August, 2021 | Topics: Commercial Opportunities
Accra, GHANA—USS Hershel “Woody” Williams visited Tema port and supported regional maritime security efforts from August 3 – August 16. At the conclusion of these engagements, Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan invited Ghanaian government and military dignitaries for a ship tour led by Captain Chad Graham, commanding officer of USS Hershel “Woody” Williams. Ministry of Defense ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 August, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases
Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan’s Remarks – AS PREPARED at the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Cohort Three Certificate Ceremony GIMPA Executive Conference Center, Thursday, July 29, 2021 10:00am-12:00pm Good morning! It’s great to be back here at GIMPA to recognize another cohort of AWE graduates. I want to thank Academy of Women Entrepreneurs Director ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 August, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), Ambassador Sullivan
Savannah Region, GHANA – On July 16, 2021, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan joined His Majesty Buipewura Abdoulai Jinapor II and members of the Global Shea Alliance (GSA) to commemorate Shea Day with a tree planting event within the grounds of the Yagbonwura’s Jakpa Palace in Damongo. This event is a part of the Action ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 July, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID West Africa
Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan’s visit to Bunge Loders Croklaan’s shea Processing Facility July 13, 2021 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:20 p.m. GMT Tema Free Zones Enclave, Tema Santanu Bhuyan, Bunge General Manager, West Africa; Aaron Andu, Managing Director, Global Shea Alliance; Simon Madjie, Executive Director, American Chamber of Commerce; Distinguished guests, friends, colleagues, ladies and gentlemen, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 July, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, USAID | Tags: USAID West Africa
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s Remarks Cargill Sod Cutting School Project Tema | Friday, July 9, 2021, 10:00am Hon. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, Ghana Chief of Staff to President; H.E. Ron Strikker, The Netherlands Embassy in Accra, Ghana; Mr. Aedo van der Weij, Cargill Managing Director Hon. John Ntim Fordjour, Deputy Minister of Education; Hon. Michael Baafi, Deputy ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 July, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Accra, GHANA—On Wednesday, July 7, 2021, nearly one hundred advocates for women, peace, and security initiatives in West Africa gathered, in person and virtually, to craft a future agenda for stronger security outreach in the region. Supported by the United States Government, the Executive Secretariat of the G5 Sahel (SEG5S), and the Kofi Annan International ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 July, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID
Location: Accra, Ghana Event: Planned march in Accra – July 6, 2021 We are aware of a march planned on Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The activity is likely to draw a large crowd and disrupt traffic. Considerable police presence and heavy congestion are expected along the planned route, beginning from Accra Mall at 6 am ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 July, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Accra, Ghana – On June 30, 2021, the U.S. Trade and Development Agency announced grant funding for a feasibility study to support the development of a maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) facility at the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) in Ghana. U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan presided over the ceremony and was joined by ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 July, 2021 | Topics: Africa, Ambassador, Business, Commercial Opportunities, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies | Tags: KIA MRO, USTDA
Pride Reception 2021: “You are Included” As Prepared Remarks for U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Monday, June 28, 2021 | 4:00pm – 5:30pm Chief of Mission Residence LGBTQ+ Community Members and Allies; Esteemed Guests from the Diplomatic Corps; Ladies and Gentlemen: Good Afternoon. Akwaaba to our home and thank you so much for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 June, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, Speeches | Tags: Pride month, Pride Reception
Accra, Ghana – On June 11, 2021, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan commemorated “Green Ghana Day” by planting a Lignum Vitae tree on the U.S. Embassy grounds. The chosen tree is commonly referred to as the “tree of life” or “wood of life,” due to its traditional medicinal use as a remedy for arthritis ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 June, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Press Release, Tree planting
The Department of State renewed its Travel Advisory for Ghana on June 9, 2021. The advisory can be found
here and is also copied below for your convenience: Ghana – Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions Exercise normal precautions in Ghana. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Read the
Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 June, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan To Members of the PAC-DBIA and Minister of Trade & Industry Alan Kyerematen MS Teams Call | Wednesday, June 2, 2021 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Honorable Minister of Trade & Industry Alan Kyerematen; Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Middle East and Africa Camille Richardson; Members ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 June, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Trade
Speech of U.S. Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan at Tree-Planting Ceremony, Sakumono Ramsar Site Tema, Greater Accra, June 5, 2021 Event Chair, Nii Alabi Bene II, Sakumono Mantse, Honorable Greater Accra Regional Minister Henry Quartey, Honorable Member of Parliament Carlos Ahenkorah, Madam Metropolitan Municipal District Chief Executive Mrs. Adwoa Amoako, Fellow Heads of Diplomatic Missions ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 June, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, News, Speeches
Location: Ghana Event: U.S. citizens may directly return to the United States with certain expired U.S. passports. If you are overseas and your U.S. passport expired on or after January 1, 2020, you may be able to use your expired passport to return directly to the United States until December 31, 2021. You qualify for this exception if all the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert
As Delivered Closing Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan for the Eighth Steering Committee Meeting of the Security Governance Initiative May 20, 2021, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. West Africa Regional Training Center My dear Co-Chair, National Security Coordinator General Adu Amanfoh, Participants, Thank you all for the informative updates and for the lively ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ghana-US security collaboration, Security governance initiative
As Prepared Opening Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan for the Eighth Steering Committee Meeting of the Security Governance Initiative May 20, 2021, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. West Africa Regional Training Center Honorable Minister for National Security Albert Kan-Dapaah; My co-chair, National Security Coordinator Francis Adu Amanfoh; The esteemed heads of Ghana’s security agencies ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Security governance initiative, SGI
The Department of State de-escalated its Travel Advisory for Ghana on May 17, 2021, indicating a reduction in COVID-19 concerns from high to moderate. The updated Advisory can be found
here , and is also copied below for your convenience: Ghana – Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution Exercise Increased Caution in Ghana due to COVID-19. Read the
Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 May, 2021 | Topics: Alert
As Delivered Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan United Airlines Inaugural Direct Flight to Kotoka International Airport (IAD to ACC) Kotoka International Airport | May 15, 2021 | 8:00AM Honorable Minister of Transportation, Kweku Ofori Asiamah; Ghana Airports Company Airport Managing Director, Yaw Kwakwa; United Airlines Vice President of International Network ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, United Airlines
Accra, Ghana – On May 8, the U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Ghana Health Service marked the close of the COVID-19 critical case management training at the Ghana Infectious Disease Center (GIDC) in Ga East, Greater Accra. USAID/Ghana’s Acting Health Office Director, Dr. Stephen Dzisi, joined Ghana Health ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 May, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: USAID Ghana
Accra, Ghana –U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan joined Vice President of Ghana H.E. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia on May 6, 2021, to outdoor a new U.S. government food security strategy. The first activity is expected to attract $261 million in private sector financing to boost Ghanaian agribusiness. The Honorable Minister of Food and Agriculture ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, USAID Gh, USAID Ghana
World Press Freedom Day Event Theme: “30 Years after the Windhoek Declaration: Information as Public Good” As Delivered Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Tuesday, May 4, 2021, 10:00am – 12noon Honorable Minister for Information Kojo Oppong Nkrumah Our double Chairman, National Media Commission Chairman Mr. Yaw Boadu-Ayeboafoh Ghana Journalist Association Vice ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 May, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Press Freedom Day
Accra, GHANA– On April 30, 2021, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan joined Ghanaian government and military officials to inaugurate the Joint Operational Vector-borne Disease Entomology Laboratory at 37 Military Hospital in Accra. Funded by the U.S. government through the U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) Africa Malaria Task Force (AMTF), the laboratory will establish a combined entomology ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 May, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: Africom, Ambassador Sullivan, US Embassy Ghana
Accra, GHANA – On Tuesday, April 27, 2021, the United States government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Global Shea Alliance (GSA), launched the first-ever virtual Global Shea Alliance International Shea Conference. Spearheaded by GSA, the three-day conference, themed “Building the Industry of the Next Decade,” celebrated GSA’s 10th anniversary and highlighted the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 April, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Global Shea Alliance, USAID
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s As Prepared Remarks at the PEG Ghana Limited Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Dawia Community Health-based Planning Services in the Ashanti Region, Ghana Friday, April 23, 2021; 11:00am Sekyere Afram Plains District Community-based Health Planning Services (CHPS) Director Felix Delle Member of Parliament for the Sekyere Afram Plains District Alex Adomako Mensah ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, USAID | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Power Africa, USAID Health
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s As Prepared Remarks at the Earth Day Tree Planting Ceremony with the Amakomhene Nana Adu Mensah Asare Thursday April 22, 2021; 08:15 a.m. – 09:45 a.m. Venue: Ankaase -Lake Bosomtwe Amakomhene Nana Adu Mensah Asare; Honorable Minister Simon Osei-Mensah; District Chief Executives; Eminent Chiefs and Elders of Asanteman; Members of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
Kids Makers Project Graduation Ceremony Prepared Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Wednesday, April 21, 2021 | 11:00am – 12:00pm Kumasi Hive Good morning! Thank you for the kind introduction. I’m delighted to be here with you all as we celebrate the graduation of the Kids Makers Project’s second cohort. My ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Speeches, Success Stories | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, PAS Grant
Accra, Ghana – The U.S. President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) has released its 15th Annual Report demonstrating the significant progress Ghana and the United States have made in partnership to fight malaria. Ghana’s efforts to sustain essential malaria services amidst the COVID-19 pandemic continues to save lives and the United States is proud to support these ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 April, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Agencies, USAID | Tags: Malaria, PMI, USAID
Kumasi, GHANA– The U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Stephanie S. Sullivan, visited the Ashanti Region from April 21-25, 2021. During her trip, she reaffirmed the U.S. government’s commitment to address climate change, participated in a tree-planting initiative as part of the Asante Kingdom Landscape Restoration Project, and inaugurated a U.S. government-sponsored solar panel energy system at ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases
Accra, GHANA– U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary (DAS) of Commerce for the Middle East and Africa Camille Richardson conducted a “virtual visit” to Ghana from April 20-21, 2021, part of U.S. Government efforts to expand trade and investment between the United States and Ghana. DAS Richardson met with U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan, the Honorable Minister ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 April, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Agencies | Tags: USDA
Reconsider travel to Ghana due to COVID-19. Read the
Department of State’s COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for GHANA due to COVID-19, indicating a high level of COVID-19 in the country. Visit the
Embassy’s COVID-19 page for more information on COVID-19 in Ghana. Exercise increased caution ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 April, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Ambassador Sullivan’s As Prepared Remarks on “The Foreign Policy of the USA and its Impact on Africa” at the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College Tuesday, April 20, 2021; 9:30am Distinguished officers and students of this institution; Distinguished guests; All protocols observed. Good morning and thank you for the warm welcome. My name ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
Mr. Karan Kapur, Executive Director of Fire Foods Africa (Master Franchisee of Domino’s Pizza Ghana): Mr. Vikas Singh, Managing Director of Fareast Mercantile Company / and Chanrai Summit Group (Ghanaian Joint Venture Partner of Fire Foods Africa) All protocols observed. Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. My name is Stephanie Sullivan, and I’m the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
Op-ed by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Under the dire circumstances of this pandemic that has taken such a heavy toll on the world, the United States is grateful that Ghana is now better equipped to combat the virus. We welcomed the arrival of 600,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine through COVAX on February 24, 2021. On that day, I joined the Honorable Minister for Health, Kwaku Agyeman-Manu, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 April, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Official Reports, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan
Accra, GHANA— The United States, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), the National Population Council (NPC), and the Ghana Health Service (GHS) launched the “What Does YOLO Mean to Me” documentary series. The series commemorates five seasons of the award-winning television drama “YOLO – You Only Live Once.” YOLO is a popular Ghanaian television ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches, USAID | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, USAID Ghana, YOLO TV series
Accra, GHANA- On March 30, 2021, U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Christopher J. Lamora joined officials of the Government of Ghana, academia, civil society, and the private sector in a virtual learning event marking the conclusion of the Sustainable Fisheries Management Project (SFMP), a seven-year, $24 million program funded through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The Honorable Minister ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 March, 2021 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Economic Issues, Press Releases, Success Stories, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies, USAID | Tags: Chris Lamora, Feed the Future, USAID Fisheries
U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Keynote Remarks for Her Future Summit Theme: The Post-Pandemic Digital Remote Workforce Revolution: How Women Can Revise, Relaunch, and Rebrand Their Careers for the Future March 26, 2021 3:30 GMT Location: Online Thank you, Christine. I’ve really enjoyed the presentations so far – especially the panelists. Akwaaba from ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, US Embassy Ghana
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s As Prepared Remarks at Exercise OBANGAME EXPRESS 21 Closing Ceremony Ghana Armed Forces Burma Hall 27 March 2021; 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Chief of Defense Staff of the Ghana Armed Forces, Vice Admiral Seth Amoama; Chief of Naval Staff of the Ghana Armed Forces, Rear Admiral Issah Yakubu; Director, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa’s Maritime Partnership Program, Rear Admiral Jeffrey Spivey; Representatives of participating ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Obangame Express
Accra, GHANA– The U.S.-Ghana Alumni Association (USGHAA) met on Saturday March 27, 2021, to announce the results of a national election among Ghanaian alumni of U.S. government-sponsored programs. The election of a USGHAA board represents a new beginning for an association that aims to gather 3,000 Ghanaian alumni of exchange programs administered by the U.S. Department of State ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Speeches, Success Stories, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Exchange Alumni, Exchange program, US Embassy Ghana
Accra, GHANA— On March 26, 2021, United States Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan and Chief of Army Staff Major General Thomas Oppong-Pepprah participated in a ceremony highlighting the official transfer of a Motorola radio communication network for use by the Ghana Armed Forces at Bundase Training Camp. The package, valued at $300,000, was funded through the Department ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Overseas Security Advisory Council, Press Releases, Speeches, Success Stories, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Bundase, US Embassy Ghana
Accra, GHANA—
On Tuesday, March 23, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan officially presented new aviation security screening equipment for use at Kotoka International Airport to the Honorable Minister of Transport Kwaku Ofori Asiamah and the Chief Director of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Ambassador Martha Pobee. Also present for the occasion were ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Antiterrorism Assistance (ATA) Program
Accra, Ghana – Obangame Express (OE21), the largest multinational maritime exercise in Western Africa, kicked off its tenth year with 32 participating nations at an opening ceremony in Accra, Ghana, March 19, 2021. Sponsored by U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM), OE21 is designed to improve regional cooperation, maritime domain awareness, information-sharing practices, and tactical interdiction expertise ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 March, 2021 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Maritime Security, Obangame, Obangame Express
Accra, Ghana – The United States congratulates Ghana on the successful start of the COVID-19 vaccine campaign on March 1. This campaign was made possible through the COVAX Advance Market Commitment, a global initiative to support equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines. The United States recently
announced a commitment to provide an initial $2 billion—out of a total ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 March, 2021 | Topics: Health Issues, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Ghana Vaccination Program, USAID, Vaccine in Ghana
U.S. Army General Stephen Townsend, commander, U.S. Africa Command, conducted a two-day visit to Ghana, Feb. 23-24. This was Townsend’s first visit to the country, where he met with Ghanaian leaders and U.S. Embassy personnel in Accra. “Ghana is an African security leader and a key partner of U.S. Africa Command. Ghana’s peacekeeping contributions, protection ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 February, 2021 | Topics: Overseas Security Advisory Council, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Africom, USAFRICOM
The Department of State renewed its Travel Advisory for Ghana on February 16, 2021. The advisory can be found
here and is also copied below for your convenience: Reconsider travel to Ghana due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 4 Travel Health Notice for Ghana due to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 February, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA – On February 18, the U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), joined the Danish International Development Agency (Danida) and the government of Ghana to commemorate the closing of the Business Sector Advocacy Challenge Fund (BUSAC). The event celebrated 16 years of strengthening the advocacy capacity of private sector business ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 February, 2021 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies, USAID | Tags: BUSAC, BUSAC Fund, USAID Ghana
Murugu, Savannah Region, GHANA— On Thursday, January 28, 2021, ownership of the A Rocha Ghana shea butter processing facility and eight warehouses was transferred to nine shea cooperatives in the West Gonja District in the Savannah Region of northern Ghana. The new facilities are part of a U.S. Government effort to partner with communities, companies, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, USAID | Tags: USAID
Accra, GHANA – On January 27, the U.S. government, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), hosted a virtual learning event culminating a seven-year, $41.6 million U.S. government-funded Feed the Future Agricultural Development and Value Chain Enhancement (ADVANCE II) activity. During the event, participants discussed how the ADVANCE II activity aided in addressing and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 January, 2021 | Topics: Uncategorized
Accra, Ghana – On January 25, the U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Ghana Health Service launched the
COVID-19 Critical Case Management Training at the Ghana Infectious Disease Center (GIDC) in Ga East, Greater Accra. The U.S. government-funded training comes at a critical time given the recent surge in COVID-19 cases ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 January, 2021 | Topics: Uncategorized
Location: Worldwide – The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Director has signed an order requiring all airline passengers traveling to the United States, including U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs), to provide proof of a negative COVID-19 viral test or recovery from COVID-19. Event: Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide either a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel or provide a positive test result and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA— U.S. Special Envoy for the Sahel Region Ambassador J. Peter Pham traveled to Accra, Ghana from January 6 – 8, 2021 to lead the U.S. Presidential Delegation to the inauguration of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on January 7. The delegation also included U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan. U.S. Special Envoy ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 January, 2021 | Topics: Uncategorized
Location: Outside of the Electoral Commission Headquarters near the intersection of Independence Ave. and Castle Rd. Event: Crowds are gathered outside of the Electoral Commission Headquarters, and the Ghana Police Service has set up roadblocks in this vicinity. Police have used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowds. Heavy traffic congestion is expected. The Embassy ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA— U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan applauds Ghana on its successful elections on December 7, 2020 and congratulates President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on his re-election. The elections were conducted in a free, fair, and peaceful manner, while protecting the wellbeing of Ghanaians during the COVID-19 global pandemic. The United States expects that ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Traffic Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (December 9, 2020) Location: Accra, Ghana Event: Traffic Alert The U.S. Embassy is encouraging its in-office staff to depart early this afternoon due to the potential for significant traffic congestion in conjunction with the expected announcement of the 2020 Ghanaian election results. Please plan accordingly and follow media reports for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 December, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA— On December 3, 2020, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan joined the Ghana Center for Democratic Development (CDD) and Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) to open the National Information Center. Representatives from the Electoral Commission, Election Security Taskforce, and the National Peace Council as well as members of the diplomatic corps ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, CDD Ghana, CODEO, Ghana Elections 2020
Accra, GHANA—The United States, through the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), joined with the government of Ghana to commemorate international World AIDS Day 2020. Both nations noted the positive progress made to reach the goal of an HIV-free generation under the theme “Stay Safe, Let’s End AIDS by 2030.” On November 30, PEPFAR ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 December, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, PEPFAR, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, USAID | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, PEPFAR, World AIDS Day
Boadi, GHANA— On November 19, 2020, the U.S. government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), together with the government of Ghana launched the National Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for Risk Communication and Social Mobilization during Public Health Emergencies and a message guide during the annual International One Health Day event. One Health brings ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 November, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Health Communication, USAID
Accra, GHANA— On behalf of the government and people of the United States, I offer our sincere condolences to the government and people of Ghana on the passing of His Excellency former President Jerry John Rawlings on November 12. I extend our deepest sympathies to the bereaved family, especially to former First Lady Nana Konadu ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Jerry John Rawlings
Accra, GHANA— Marking Global Entrepreneurship Week, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan delivered remarks on November 17, 2020 at the graduation ceremony of the U.S. Department of State’s Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) second cohort. Hosted by the Embassy’s implementing partner, the event took place at the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Economic Issues, Education, Press Releases, Speeches, Success Stories, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), AWE Cohort 2, YALI RLC
Accra, GHANA— Demonstrating the strong people-to-people and educational ties between the United States and Ghana, the number of Ghanaians studying in the United States continues a strong upward trend. The Institute for International Education releases their Open Doors report annually during International Education Week, celebrated this year from November 16-20. On a positive note, the 2020 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 November, 2020 | Topics: Education, Press Releases | Tags: Education in the USA, EducationUSA
Accra, GHANA— On November 9, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan officially presented a skills-based Disaster Management Curriculum to Major General Francis Ofori, Commandant of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Center (KAIPTC). Also present at the occasion were the Deputy Commandant, Air Commodore George Kweku Arko Dadzie, and some members of KAIPTC’s Executive Management ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 November, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Disaster Management, KAIPTC, USAFRICOM
Accra, GHANA— The U.S. Embassy invites all Ghanaians interested in U.S. higher education to attend a free, virtual U.S. College Fair from November 18 – 19, 2020. Attendees will learn about the process to study abroad in the United States and have a chance to interact with over 150 U.S. colleges and universities. The fair will ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 November, 2020 | Topics: Education, Press Releases | Tags: EducationUSA, EdUSA Virtual College Fair
Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Christopher J. Lamora To the Ghana Business Awards Kempinski Hotel | October 30, 2020 Hon. Ibrahim Mohammed Awal, Minister for Business Development, Hon. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Minister for Information, Rev. Professor Emmanuel Asante, Chairman of the National Peace Council, His Eminence Sheikh Dr. Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, National Chief ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 November, 2020 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: DCM Christopher Lamora, Ghana Business awards
Accra, GHANA – On October 23, the United States, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and in support of the Security Governance Initiative, launched the new Justice Sector Support activity. Implemented through the Legal Resources Center (LRC), the Justice Sector Support activity will educate citizens from 40 selected districts across seven regions ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID, USAID Ghana
Remarks for DCM Lamora U.S. Embassy Ghana’s Joint Woman of Courage Award and Martin Luther King Jr. Award for Peace and Social Justice Ceremony DCR Garden Wednesday, October 21, 2020, 2:00pm-3:00pm Distinguished ladies and gentlemen; All protocols observed. I’m honored to welcome you to this celebration of four incredible women who have committed their lives ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 October, 2020 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Speeches | Tags: MLK Award, Woman of Courage
ACCRA –The U.S. Embassy in Accra and the
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) formally launched the U.S. State Department Bureau of African Affairs’ University Partnerships Initiative (UPI) at an in-person and virtual launch ceremony on the KNUST campus on Wednesday October 14, 2020. The event was presided over by Professor Rita Akosua Dickson, PhD, Vice-Chancellor of KNUST. Assistant Secretary of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 October, 2020 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Assistant Secretary Nagy, KNUST, University Partnerships Initiative (UPI), US Embassy Ghana
As Prepared Remarks for Chargé d’Affaires Christopher J. Lamora 2nd National Symposium on Human Trafficking GNAT Hall | September 29, 2020 | 9:00AM – 11:00AM Honorable Cynthia Mamle Morrison, Minister of Gender, Children, and Social Protection Members of the diplomatic corps Distinguished guests Ladies and Gentlemen All protocols observed Good morning. I’d like to express ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 October, 2020 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: TIP, Trafficking in Person
As Prepared Remarks by CDA Christopher J. Lamora Launch Ceremony for Ghana’s National Cyber Security Month 2020 October 1, 2020, 9:00 a.m. Accra Digital Center Honorable Minister Owusu-Ekuful National Cyber Security Advisor Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, Distinguished Guests Everyone joining virtually from around the world Good morning. I’m delighted that so many colleagues, business leaders, and members of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 October, 2020 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: DCM, Ghana-US security collaboration
The U.S. Embassy in Accra resumed routine consular services for U.S. citizens on October 1, 2020, including
passport services ,
Consular Reports of Birth Abroad (CRBAs) , and
notarial services . To schedule an appointment, please follow this link:
https://evisaforms.state.gov/acs/default.asp?postcode=ACC&appcode=1 . Appointments are offered based on the consular section’s available staffing resources. If you are unable to schedule an appointment, please check back later. Additional appointment ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 October, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
Remarks by U.S. Embassy Ghana Counselor for Public Affairs Virginia Elliott at The Spelling Bee Semi-Finals Christ the King Auditorium, Accra Saturday September 26, 2020, 3:00-4:30p.m. Good afternoon! I am delighted to be here on behalf of the U.S. Embassy in Ghana. I want to thank to Mrs. Eugenia Tachie Menson, Country Director of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Education, Speeches | Tags: The Spelling Bee, The Spelling Bee Ghana, U.S Embassy’s partnership, Virginia Elliott
Counselor for Public Affairs Virginia Elliott’s Remarks Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Virtual Launch of Phase Two September 22, 2020 2:00p.m. – 4:00p.m. Good afternoon! Thank you Mrs. Shola Safo-Duodo for your kind introduction and thank you to the team at the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Regional Leadership Center (RLC) for hosting this virtual launch ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 September, 2020 | Topics: Education, Gender Issues, Public Affairs, Scholarships and Exchanges, Speeches, Success Stories | Tags: Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE)
If you plan to vote in the November 2020 election it is important to ACT NOW! Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States – but you can get assistance in requesting and returning your absentee ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 September, 2020 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens
Location: Ghana Event: Roads Blocked in Volta Region Police and media reports indicate police stations have been attacked and roads have been blocked in the Volta Region, specifically in the North Tongu District. Ghanaian security services have been sent to the affected areas to address these issues. Please avoid travel to or through Volta until the situation ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA – The U.S. Government, through the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) of the U.S. Department of State, and in partnership with Mobile Web Ghana, has opened American Corner Agbogba, a new cultural and educational center. U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan cut the ribbon on this new facility on September 18, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, American Spaces, Art & Culture, News, Press Releases | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, American Corner, American Spaces
Location: Ghana Event: Ghana Travel Advisory – Level 3 Reconsider Travel The Department of State has issued the following Travel Advisory for Ghana: Ghana – Level 3 Reconsider Travel C U H Reconsider travel to Ghana due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Diseace Control ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 September, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA— From September 1-3, 2020, the U.S. Embassy in Accra hosted the first-ever virtual U.S. Franchise Trade Mission to Ghana. Organized by the U.S. Commercial Service, the three-day virtual trade mission brought U.S. franchisors together with 20 Ghanaian investors. The U.S. franchisors represented a cross-section of popular U.S. brand concepts such as business services, industrial ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Ghana- US partnership, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, US Trade Mission
Alliance of Women in Media in Africa (AWMA) “Status of Women in the Ghanaian Media” Report Launch Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Virtual Participation via Zoom Wednesday, August 26, 2020 | 2:30pm – 3:30pm Good Afternoon! Honorable Minister for Information Kojo Oppong Nkrumah; AWMA Convener Shamima Muslim; Dean of the School of Information ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Alliance of Women in Media in Africa (AWMA), Ambassador Sullivan
PEPFAR Media Training Closing Ceremony Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Virtual Platform: Zoom September 3, 2020 2:00 p.m. Greetings, participants! Congratulations on completing the PEPFAR Media Training! And congratulations on pioneering the virtual platform for the training. Ayikoo! Over the past seven weeks, I have enjoyed seeing and hearing your great coverage of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 September, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, PEPFAR, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, CDC, CDC Ghana, PEPFAR, PEPFAR Media Training
Location: Ghana Event: Opening of Kotoka International Airport and Scheduling Emergency Passport Service Appointments at the U.S. Embassy On August 30, President Akufo-Addo
announced that Accra’s Kotoka International Airport will reopen for regular international passenger travel on Tuesday, September 1, 2020. U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) interested in departing Ghana should check with the airlines ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA— On Friday, August 28, the United States donated critical medical supplies and personal protective equipment (PPE) to the Ghana Health Service to assist frontline health workers in Kumasi and Sekondi in the fight against COVID-19. U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan presented the supplies to members of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, PEPFAR, Speeches, Success Stories, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Africom, Covid-19 Medical Supplies, Ghana Armed Forces, PEPFAR, US Embassy Ghana
Location: Ghana Event: Announcements for Future Special Commercial Flights Departing Ghana While Ghana’s borders remain closed to normal international air travel, there are a number of upcoming special commercial flight options open to U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) who wish to depart Ghana. The U.S. Embassy will no longer send an individual alert message ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Emirates Airlines Special Commercial Flight Departing Ghana (Monday, August 17, 2020) Emirates Airlines has informed the U.S. Embassy in Accra that the airline will be running a special commercial flight on Monday, August 17, 2020, from Kotoka International Airport direct to Dubai International Airport, with onward connection options to the United States. This ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA— On Wednesday, August 12, 2020, the United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), and the Global Shea Alliance (GSA) launched the Action for Shea Parklands (ASP) initiative. Spearheaded by GSA, this initiative seeks to promote, plant, and protect the shea parklands while advancing a shea industry commitment to plant ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 August, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Commercial Opportunities, Environment, Job Opportunities, USAID
Location: Ghana Event: Ethiopian Airlines Special Commercial Flight to the United States (Thursday, August 13, 2020) Ethiopian Airlines has informed the U.S. Embassy in Accra that the airline will be running a special commercial flight on Thursday, August 13, 2020, from Kotoka International Airport direct to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, with onward connection options to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The Department of State has issued the following Travel Advisory for Ghana: Ghana – Level 3 Reconsider Travel Reconsider travel to Ghana due to COVID-19. Read the Department of State’s
COVID-19 page before you plan any international travel. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 3 Travel Health Notice for Ghana due ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Emirates Airlines Special Commercial Flight Departing Ghana Emirates Airlines has informed the U.S. Embassy in Accra that the airline will be running a special commercial flight on Thursday, August 13, 2020, from Kotoka International Airport direct to Dubai International Airport, with onward connection options to the United States. It is the embassy’s understanding from the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Ethiopian Airlines Special Commercial Flight to the United States Ethiopian Airlines has informed the U.S. Embassy in Accra that the airline will be running a special commercial flight on Tuesday, August 11, 2020, from Kotoka International Airport direct to Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, with onward connection options to the United States. It ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA – On July 28, 2020, the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Stephanie S. Sullivan, virtually joined the Government Statistician of the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), Professor Samuel Kobina Annim, and the Program Manager of the National Malaria Control Program (NMCP), Dr. Keziah Malm, to launch the 2019 Malaria Indicator Survey (MIS) results. The launch highlighted ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, USAID | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Malaria, USAID, USAID Ghana, USAID Health
Location: Ghana Event: CORRECTION – Ethiopian Airlines Special Commercial Flight to the United States Ethiopian Airlines has informed the U.S. Embassy in Accra that the airline will be running a special commercial flight on Thursday, July 30, 2020, from Kotoka International Airport direct to Newark Liberty International Airport. It is the embassy’s understanding that only ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan World Day Against Trafficking in Persons GNAT Hall, Accra July 21, 2020 Nii Chairperson, Honorable Minister, Representatives of the European Union, the Embassy of France, and Expertise France, all protocols observed: Good morning, thank you for inviting me to participate in today’s event. Congratulations to the Government ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, Trafficking in Persons | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Trafficking in Person
Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan To the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana 10th Annual Entrepreneurs and Corporate Executive Awards Celebration Celebrating Ten Years of Entrepreneurship Excellence and Business Development in Ghana Pre-Recorded Video Message | July 18, 2020 | 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. I’m Stephanie Sullivan, the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Ghana Entrepreneurs, Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards
Location: Ghana Event: Absentee Ballot Collection at U.S. Embassy Accra You can now drop off your voter request form and/or absentee ballot at the U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana. You can learn more about the entire state and jurisdiction-specific absentee voting process, research candidates, and request your absentee ballot at the Federal Voting Assistance Program’s website at
www.FVAP.gov ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: SOLD OUT – Emirates Airlines Special Commercial Flight Departing Ghana Emirates Airlines has informed the U.S. Embassy in Accra that the airline’s special commercial flight scheduled for Friday, July 17, 2020, is SOLD OUT. Please do not go to the Emirates Airlines ticketing offices in Accra. Please note that this is not a U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
(July 13, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Emirates Airlines Special Commercial Flight Departing Ghana Emirates Airlines has informed the U.S. Embassy in Accra that the airline will be running a special commercial flight on Friday, July 17, 2020, from Kotoka International Airport direct to Dubai International Airport. It is the embassy’s understanding from the airline that only U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
All U.S. citizens can receive their blank absentee ballots electronically. Depending on the jurisdiction in which you are eligible to vote, you may get your absentee ballot by email, fax, or internet download.
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Independence Day 2020 Message U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan As Delivered July 3, 2020 Greetings everyone. I’m Stephanie Sullivan, the United States Ambassador to Ghana. Before I talk about American independence, I want to start by commending the government and people of Ghana for your resiliency throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 July, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches
Location: Ghana Event: Updated Repatriation Flight Information Repatriation Flights: Currently, there are no U.S. Government-chartered or -funded repatriation flights scheduled, nor is the U.S. Embassy in Accra aware of any other flight opportunities to the United States. The U.S. Embassy in Accra is aware that there are U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) who are still ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 July, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Ethiopian Airlines Flight to the United States Ethiopian Airlines has informed the U.S. Embassy in Accra that the airline will be running a special commercial flight on Monday, June 29, 2020, from Kotoka International Airport direct to Washington Dulles International Airport. It is the embassy’s understanding that only U.S. citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Special Commercial Flight to the United States Available on Ethiopian Airlines While Ghana’s borders remain closed until further notice, the U.S. Embassy in Accra is aware of an upcoming special commercial flight operated by Ethiopian Airlines on June 26, 2020, from Kotoka International Airport direct to Newark Liberty International Airport. This is ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News
Location: Ghana Event: Mandatory Use of Face Coverings in Public On June 15, 2020, President Akufo-Addo signed Executive Instrument 164, outlining the mandatory use of face coverings in pubic: A face mask, face shield, or any other face covering that completely covers the nose and mouth is required when in a public place. The police are empowered ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA — On June 15, 2020, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan joined Ghana’s Minister of Education, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, in launching the Ghana Learning Radio: Reading Program. Developed in response to the closure of over 25,000 primary schools nationwide due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, the radio program will engage parents, caregivers, and students ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, Speeches, USAID | Tags: USAID Ghana, USAID Learning Ghana
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (June 15, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Updated Repatriation Flight Information Repatriation Flights: The U.S. Embassy in Accra is aware of information circulating publicly that there was a U.S. Government chartered repatriation flight to the United States in recent days. This is not the case. The most recent repatriation flight coordinated by the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (June 10, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Updated Repatriation Flight Information Ghana Border Closure: On May 31, 2020, President Akufo-Addo extended the closure of Ghana’s borders (land, air, and sea) to human traffic until further notice. Health Information: Ghana has confirmed over 10,000 COVID-19 cases, with the majority of new cases due to community ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis on May 25, 2020, has filled with grief the hearts of Americans, Ghanaians, and people around the world. We join in expressing our outrage as well as our condolences to Mr. Floyd’s family and friends. One former police officer has been charged with second degree murder, three former ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Remarks Prepared for Delivery at Memorial Service for George Floyd DuBois Center, Accra, Ghana June 5, 2020 Honorable Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture Barbara Oteng-Gyasi; Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority Kwesi Agyeman; Director of the Office of Diaspora Affairs at the Office of the President, Akwasi ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 June, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Location: Ghana Event: Extension of Ghana Border Closing and Easing of Some Public Gathering Restrictions Border Closure: On May 31, 2020, President Akufo-Addo extended the closure of Ghana’s borders (land, air, and sea) to human traffic until further notice. Easing of Some Restrictions on Public Gatherings: In his speech (full remarks can be viewed
here ), the president ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (May 12, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Updated Repatriation Flight Information Repatriation Flights: The U.S. Embassy in Accra is aware that there are U.S. citizens and Legal Permanent Residents who are still interested in a U.S. Government chartered repatriation flight to the United States. While we continue to explore every option to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (May 12, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: U.S. Embassy Repatriation Flight Information and Continued Ghana Restaurant, Bar, and Night Club Closure Repatriation Flights All U.S. citizens and LPRs who are interested in a potential chartered repatriation flight to the United States must complete the online request form available
here .(If you have already ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Ambassador Sullivan’s Lecture at the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College Tuesday, May 12, 2020 Commandant of Ghana’s Command and Staff College, Rear Admiral Moses Beick-Baffour; Distinguished faculty and students of Course 41; All protocols observed. Good afternoon! Bon apres midi! Thank you so much for the warm welcome, and this opportunity for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 May, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (May 12, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Ban on Public Gatherings Extended Until May 31 On May 10, 2020, President Akufo-Addo extended Ghana’s ban on public gatherings until May 31. The full text of the President’s speech can be found
here . Ghana’s international borders remain closed until May 31, and international ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (May 7, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Updated U.S. Embassy Repatriation Flight Information Ghana’s border closure remains in effect until May 31, and all public gatherings are suspended through May 10. Flights on all commercial airlines in and out of Ghana have been cancelled. We continue to explore possibilities for repatriating U.S. citizens ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Ghana Event: Border Closure Extended Until May 31 On May 1, 2020, President Akufo-Addo extended the closure of Ghana’s international borders until May 31. International commercial flights will not be available during that time. The suspension of all public and social gatherings remains in effect through May 10. The Minister of Health’s directive on wearing masks in public, along with the Regional Coordinating Councils’ decisions to mandate ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 May, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Public Gathering Restrictions Extended and Face Masks Mandatory in Public On April 26, 2020, President Akufo-Addo extended the suspension of all public and social gatherings for two weeks. The extension took effect on April 27 at 1:00am, and will remain in effect through May 10. The President also highlighted the Minister of Health’s directive on wearing masks in public, and reinforced the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
ACCRA, Ghana – On April 24, a U.S. Air Force C-130J aircraft from the 86th Airlift Wing in Ramstein Air Base, Germany arrived at Kotoka International Airport to deliver medical supplies to the Government of Ghana in support of its COVID-19 response efforts. The delivery included approximately 2,500 kilograms of medical cargo and supplies provided ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Africom, Covid-19 Medical Supplies
ACCRA, Ghana – To the Muslims of Ghana, I want to wish you a blessed Ramadan. We are living in unprecedented times, and it is important that we all take the necessary precautions for the collective good. This means adjusting to new ways, even as we practice deep-rooted traditions in keeping with our religious faiths. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases | Tags: Ramadan, Zakat
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (April 20, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Ghana’s Restrictions on Movement Lifted On April 19, 2020, Ghanaian President Akufo-Addo announced the lifting of restrictions on movement for the Accra and Kumasi metropolitan areas. However, the government’s suspension on all public gatherings remains in effect, Ghana’s international borders are closed until May 4, and international commercial flights remain suspended. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (April 15, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Final U.S. Repatriation Flight Departed Ghana Today, the U.S. Embassy facilitated the repatriation of 300 Americans to the United States. At this time, we do not anticipate that there will be additional charter flights organized from Ghana to the United States. In the event future charter flights become ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
By: Stephanie S. Sullivan, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana ACCRA, Ghana – The story of U.S. leadership in the global battle against COVID-19 is a story of days, months, and decades. Every day, the United States provides U.S. technical assistance to hospitals and labs around the world. These efforts, in turn, build on a decades-long foundation of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, USAID
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (April 14, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Ghana Immigration Service Assisting with Contact Tracing The U.S Embassy’s highest priority is the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Ghana. While we work to facilitate repatriation flights for U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States, we would like to call your attention ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (April 13, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Ghana’s Health Resources and U.S. Repatriation Flights The U.S Embassy’s highest priority is the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Ghana. While we work to facilitate repatriation flights for U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) who wish to return to the United States, we would like to call your attention to the COVID-19-related health ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana Location: Ghana Event: Ghana’s Restrictions on Gatherings Extended to April 26 On April 12, 2020, the Government of Ghana announced that it is extending the restrictions on public gatherings for two weeks. The extension takes effect on Monday, April 13th and will end Sunday night April 26. This directive is in addition to the extended restrictions on movement announced on April 9 and that conclude on April 20. We encourage all ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Information for Americans in Ghana The U.S. Embassy’s highest priority is the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Ghana. While we work to facilitate repatriation flights for U.S. citizens and Lawful Permanent Residents (LPRs) who wish to return to the United States, we would like to call your attention to COVID-19-related information available through the embassy and the Government of Ghana. EMBASSY CLOSURE: The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana Location: Ghana Event: Final Repatriation Flight from Ghana to the U.S. The U.S. Embassy is planning a final repatriation flight from Ghana to the United States for the week of April 13. Any U.S. citizens or Legal Permanent Residents (LPRs) who are interested in the possibility of a chartered repatriation flight to the United States MUST ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Ghana’s Restrictions on Movement Extended to April 20 On April 9, 2020, Ghanaian President Akufo-Addo announced that he was extending the restrictions on movement for the Greater Accra and Greater Kumasi metropolitan areas until Monday, April 20. The U.S. Embassy has similarly extended the duration of its own reduced-movement and maximum telework posture to April 20 to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Ghana’s Border Closure Extended for Two Weeks On April 4, 2020, the Government of Ghana announced that it would extend the closure of its borders for an additional two weeks beginning Sunday, April 5, 2020. The government stated it is taking this step to mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and to continue its testing and contact tracing program. Additionally, the U.S. Embassy has received isolated reports of verbal harassment of foreigners based on the misperception that ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The strong partnership between the United States of America and the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) is at the forefront of combating COVID-19. To serve the people of Ghana, the GAF is deploying one state of the art Level II Field Hospital from two that Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan handed over February 4 this year on behalf ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 April, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Location: Ghana Event: Government of Ghana movement restrictions in the Greater Accra and Kumasi Metropolitan areas The U.S. Embassy would like to call your attention to the restrictions on movement that the Government of Ghana (GoG) instituted beginning at 1:00 a.m. on Monday, March 30. The full text of President Akufo-Addo’s speech announcing these restrictions ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Updated U.S. Embassy Repatriation Flight Information Flights on all commercial airlines in and out of Ghana have been cancelled. U.S. citizens and LPRs still seeking emergency repatriation should NOT go to the airport or the U.S. Embassy. While we do not anticipate additional chartered repatriation flights from Ghana to the United States, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Update on Special Repatriation Flight from Ghana to the United States Yesterday, the U.S. Embassy in Accra sent out confirmation and standby emails for seats on a special chartered repatriation flight to the United States. Only those passengers with email confirmations will be permitted to enter the airport. If you have not received official instructions ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: Restrictions on Movement in Accra and Kumasi The U.S Embassy’s highest priority is the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Ghana. While we work to facilitate repatriation flights for U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States, we would like to call your attention to the restrictions on movement that ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (March 27, 2020) Location: Ghana Event: Avoid COVID-19 Related Scams The U.S Embassy’s highest priority is the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Ghana. While we work to facilitate repatriation flights for U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States, we would like to call your attention to potential ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana Location: Ghana Event: Ghana’s Health Resources The U.S Embassy’s highest priority is the safety and security of U.S. citizens in Ghana. While we work to facilitate repatriation flights for U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States, we would like to call your attention to the COVID-19-related health resources available in Ghana. If you believe that ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Ghana Event: Repatriation Information Update – Trusted Sources of Information We ask all U.S. citizens to please pay attention only to authoritative sources of information, such as U.S. Embassy messages (like this one), our website, and our official social media feeds (links below) for the most current and accurate information regarding our chartered repatriation planning. Unofficial social ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana Location: Ghana Event: Information for U.S. Citizens Regarding Potential U.S. Embassy Repatriation Flights from Ghana The Department of State has issued a
Global Level 4 Health Advisory for COVID-19. We recognize this has been a challenging period for many of our fellow Americans, particularly those of you seeking to depart Ghana after the closure of Ghana’s ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Accra, GHANA— The U.S. Embassy in Accra will be closed to the public for a minimum of two weeks effective Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. until at least Wednesday, April 8, 2020. This period could be extended as circumstances warrant. U.S. Embassy staff will continue to work remotely and will do their utmost ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Health Alert: U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana Location: Ghana Event: U.S Government chartered flight departed Accra The U.S. Embassy places the highest priority on assisting American citizens, legal permanent residents, and their U.S. citizen dependents in Ghana. On March 25, 2020, with the strong support of the Government of Ghana, the U.S. Embassy in Accra facilitated the return to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: U.S. Embassy going to maximum telework status for two weeks. The U.S. Embassy in Accra will be closed to the public for a minimum of two weeks effective March 25 at 5:00 p.m. Embassy staff will continue to work remotely and will do their utmost to assist U.S. citizens with emergencies to the greatest extent ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
This message refers to guidance from March 2020. It is no longer valid. For emergency American Citizen Services contact us at
ACSAccra@state.gov . We recognize this has been a challenging period for many American citizen travelers affected by the suspension of international flights and the impending closure of Accra’s Kotoka International Airport. If you are interested in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Health Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra, Ghana Location: Ghana Event: The Ghana Health Service has confirmed multiple cases of COVID-19. On March 21, the government of Ghana announced that it will close its borders for two weeks effective 11:59pm on Sunday, March 22. The U.S. Embassy understands the challenges the rapidly evolving international response to the COVID-19 pandemic has caused ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Ghana Event: The Ghana Health Service has confirmed 11 cases of COVID-19 in the country. On March 14, the
Department of State authorized the departure from any diplomatic or consular post in the world of U.S. personnel and family members who have been medically determined to be at higher risk of a poor outcome if exposed to COVID-19. On March ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA— Out of an abundance of caution, and in keeping with the Government of Ghana’s efforts to prevent and contain the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), the U.S. Embassy Accra in Ghana is temporarily suspending routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments, effective March 17, 2020. We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 March, 2020 | Topics: Immigrant Visas, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Non Immigrant Visas, Press Releases | Tags: COVID-19 Notice
Location: Ghana Event: There is an ongoing outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) first identified in Wuhan, China. The global public health threat posed by COVID-19 is high, with more than 100,000 reported cases worldwide. On March 15, 2020, the government of Ghana issued a Travel Advisory, closed all schools, and suspended public gatherings. The Ghanaian Travel Advisory states: All ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Location: Accra, Ghana Event: On March 12, 2020, the
Ghana Health Service announced two confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the Accra area. The government of Ghana has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice. The CDC ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Media Convention “The 2020 Election: The Role of the Media in Promoting Civility and Discernment in the Political Discourse” Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Ghana International Press Center Tuesday, March 10, 2020 at 10:00AM Thank you, Master of Ceremonies, Extraordinaire. National Media Commission Chairperson; Chair for the event and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: Uncategorized
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s Remarks at the Global Mentoring Walk Volta Gardens (following the walk) Saturday March 7, 2020 Good Morning everyone! I’m thrilled to be here with you this morning – I hope the walk was great! It’s great to hear from the mentors. This year, the national celebration of Ghana’s Independence Day celebration took ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 March, 2020 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: Global Mentoring Walk
U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan’s Remarks at the Zonta Club of Accra Golden Jubilee and Fundraising Ntama Gala Safeguarding the Rights of the Voiceless Woman and Girl Saturday March 7, 2020 4:00 pm Madam President of the Zonta Club of Accra, – Florence Ohene-Kyei; Vice Preisdent of the Zonta Club of Accra, – Vivienne ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 March, 2020 | Topics: Uncategorized
Location: Sogakope, Ghana Event: Demonstration/Protest The U.S. Embassy in Accra is monitoring media reports about the possibility of protests in Sogakope, Volta Region, Ghana. The protests could potentially block the main highway linking the Greater Accra Region and parts of the Volta Region through Sogakope as well as other major roads. Sogakope serves as a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
Accra, GHANA— On February 21, 2020, Ghana’s Minister of Education, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh and USAID/Ghana Mission Director Sharon L. Cromer launched the end-line impact evaluation report for the United States Agency for International Development’s (USAID) Early Grade Reading program. The ceremony, hosted by the Minister at the Ministry of Education (MoE), also saw the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 February, 2020 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases, USAID
As part of ongoing, cooperative U.S. engagement on the African continent, US Department of Defense, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Pete Marocco traveled to Ghana and Benin for bilateral engagements with African partners. Marocco met with the Ministries of Defense in both Ghana and Benin, and visited forward operating bases engaged in the fight against ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 February, 2020 | Topics: News
Registering to Vote and submitting a ballot is fast, easy, and can be done from anywhere in the world! Start by confirming your voter registration with your state. Some states require absentee voters to register annually so you may need to re-register. Go to
FVAP.gov to connect to your state’s voter portal to register to vote, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 February, 2020 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens | Tags: U.S. Elections, Voting
Sorogu, Northern Region, GHANA— On Wednesday, February 5, 2020, U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan inaugurated a shea butter processing facility and warehouse for the Tiyumtaba Women’s Shea Cooperative of Sorogu, located in the Sagnerigu Municipality in the Northern Region of Ghana. The new facility, is part of a U.S. Government effort to partner with communities, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 February, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Shea Butter plant, USAID, USAID Ghana
Location: Accra, Ghana Event: Demonstration/Rally A large demonstration is expected to take place in Accra tomorrow, February 4, with participants gathering as early as 6:00 a.m. The route is unconfirmed but could cover a large part of central Accra. Please plan accordingly and follow media reports for more updated information. Be advised that any demonstration, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The U.S. Embassy in Accra recently welcomed officials from two American universities visiting Ghana to promote opportunities for Ghanaian students. Counselor for Public Affairs Roberto Quiroz II, Cultural Attaché Elizabeth Ategou, Regional Educational Advising Coordinator (REAC) for EducationUSA in West and Central Africa Diane Weisz Young, Regional Public Engagement Specialist (REPS) Alison F. McKee, and EducationUSA ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 January, 2020 | Topics: Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Study in the U.S. | Tags: Education in the USA, EducationUSA, Ghana Universities
Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan’s As Delivered Remarks Security Governance Initiative (SGI) Steering Committee Meeting West Africa Regional Training Center (RTC) Wednesday, January 22, 2019, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Co-Chair and National Security Coordinator Joshua Kyeremeh Honorable Minister of Defense Dominic Nitiwul other Government of Ghana officials; Excellencies, Heads of Diplomatic Missions present; Assistant Secretary ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 January, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ghana-US security collaboration, Security governance initiative, SGI
ACCRA –The United States and Ghana continue bilateral efforts in the areas of border, maritime, police peacekeeping, cyber security, and the administration of justice to build capable and resilient security and justice sector institutions. Three high-level officials – U.S. Department of State Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Kirsten ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 January, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Security governance initiative, SGI
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s Remarks at the Mentoring Women Forum Standard Chartered Head Office, Accra, Ghana Thursday, January 9, 2020; 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Mentoring Women Ghana Executive Director Brigitte Dzogbenuku; Participants in today’s mentoring program; Good afternoon. I’m happy and honored that Brigitte invited me to join you today as a special guest. Let ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 January, 2020 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Mentor's Forum
Accra, GHANA— The United States has lifted the visa restrictions applied under Section 243(d) of the United States Immigration and Nationality Act. As of Friday, January 17, 2020, visa processing will return to the normal procedures. The validity period and number of entries on new tourist and business visas (B1, B2, and B1/B2) for all ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 January, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Visa, Visa Restriction
Security Alert – U.S. Embassy Accra (January 8, 2019) Location: Ghana, countrywide Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens abroad. The Embassy will continue to review the security situation and will provide additional information as needed. Actions to Take: Keep ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Ghana, countrywide Event: Local media is reporting that Ghana security services are maintaining a heightened state of alert and increased security precautions for New Years’ Eve gatherings. Actions to Take: Exercise caution if attending New Years’ Eve events Avoid crowds Monitor local media Be aware of your surroundings Review your personal security plans Assistance: ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 December, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s Remarks at the President’s Outstanding Youth Prize Hosted by the Board of the Millennium Excellence Foundation Labadi Beach Hotel, Labadi Suite, Accra, Ghana Sunday, December 15, 2019; 4:00 p.m. Founder of the Millennium Excellence Foundation, Ashim Morton; Governor Board Member of the Millennium Excellence Foundation, Sapna Mukhi; Other Members of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Accra, Ghana – On December 12, 2019, U.S. Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan joined representatives from the New Patriotic Party, the National Democratic Congress, Government of Ghana, civil society, youth leaders, and members of the diplomatic corps from Canada, Denmark, the Netherlands, the European Union, and the United Kingdom, in observing the 2019 International Anti-Corruption Day in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches, USAID | Tags: Anti-Corruption
World AIDS Day Durbar 2019 Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Theme: Communities Make the Difference, Help End AIDS Accra International Trade Fair Center Sunday, December 1, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. Chairman for today’s event, Nii Okwei Kinka Dowuona VI, Chief of Staff to the President, Honorable Frema Osei-Opare, I ask ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: HIV/AIDS Strategy, PEPFAR
Ambassador Sullivan’s Remarks at the Visit of Ho Central Prison Friday, November 29, 2019; 10:30am – 2:30pm I ask permission to stand on all previous protocols: It is my honor to join you here today. Your Ladyship, thank you for your invitation to visit the Ho Central Prison, and thank you to our colleague, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 December, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ho Central Prison
Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan’s As Prepared Remarks at the Academy of Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) Certificate Ceremony YALI RLC Presidential Hall, GIMPA November 26, 2019, 11:00am-12:30pm 2 pm – 3:30? Rector of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration, (GIMPA); Professor Philip Ebow Bondzi-Simpson, Deputy Rector, Professor Philip Duku Osei; GIMPA leadership, faculty and staff; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: AWE
Visuals for Gender Launch Ceremony Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Monday, November 25, 2019 | 2:00 PM Mobile Web Ghana Founder and CEO of Mobile Web Ghana Florence Toffa, Distinguished Guests, Members of the Media, Ladies and Gentlemen: Good Afternoon. I would like to start my remarks with a number. 35. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: 16 Days of Activism, Visuals for gender
Ambassador Sullivan’s Remarks AMCHAM Thanksgiving Dinner AMCHAM Ghana at 30P celebrating 30 Years of Promoting Trade and Investment Between Ghana and the United States Marriott Hotel, Accra Saturday, November 23, 2019; 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Representative of the Honorable Senior Minister, Yaw Osafo-Maafo, Honorable Deputy Minister of Trade, Carlos Kingsley Ahenkra, Outgoing AMCHAM President Joe ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: AmCham
YALI Regional Leadership Center (RLC) Accra 15th Cohort Training Closing Ceremony As Prepared Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) November 22, 2019, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. I believe in Africa! I believe in Africans! I believe in YOU! What a nice performance – ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, USAID | Tags: YALI
Accra, GHANA— On Friday, November 22, 2019, U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan addressed and presented plaques to outstanding participants in the Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) West Africa Regional Leadership Center (RLC) training program. One hundred twenty-five (125) participants representing nine countries in the sub-region completed the three-week on-site training in Business and Entrepreneurship, Civic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: YALI
Ejura, Mampong, and Kumasi, GHANA – U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission (DCM) Christopher J. Lamora traveled to the Ashanti Region from November 19-20 to promote partnerships on economic development, education, and good governance between the United States of America and the Republic of Ghana. While in the Ashanti Region, DCM Lamora traveled to Ejura on November ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 November, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Ambassador Sullivan’s remarks at Ceremony to Protect Marine Life from Plastic Pollution and Open Defecation Jamestown Lighthouse In Recognition of World Toilet Day (Nov 19) November 16, 2019 12:00 noon Representative of the Minister of Water and Sanitation; Mr. Andrew Barnes, High Commissioner of Australia; Mr. Obed Quaye and Members of the Waste Segregation and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
November 18, 2019 – The 2019 Open Doors Report on international education has shown an overall 13.9% increase over 2018 in the number of Ghanaian students attending universities and colleges in the United States, from 3,213 to 3,661. This brings Ghana into second place in Sub-Saharan Africa, a spot previously held by Kenya. The number ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 November, 2019 | Topics: Education, Press Releases | Tags: EdUSA
Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan’s Brief Welcome and Introductory Remarks Afro-Classical Concert with Dr. Cristina Ruotolo & Friends November 14, 2019 Good evening! Akwaaba! My husband John and I are pleased to welcome you all this evening for a musical performance by Dr. Cristina Ruotolo and friends. Cristina is a Fulbright visiting scholar and has ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the 2019 United States Marine Corps Ball Kempinski Hotel, Accra November 2, 2019; 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Honorable Minister of Defense, Mr. Dominic Nitiwul; Honorable Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, Mr. Robert Ahomka-Lindsay; H.E. the Australian High Commissioner to Ghana, Mr. Andrew Barnes; Ambassador of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 November, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Marine Ball
Accra, GHANA— On November 12, 2019, the United States of America, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), joined dignitaries from the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Ghana Health Service to celebrate collaborative efforts to improve the health of Ghanaians at the USAID Systems for Health learning event. The project expanded evidence-based, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 November, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID, USAID Ghana, USAID Health
Accra, Ghana - The U.S. government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) hosted a Seed Sector Workshop from November 5-6 at the West Africa Centre for Crop Improvement. A part of the Borlaug Higher Education for Agriculture Research and Development (BHEARD) Program, this two-day workshop hosted representatives from the Government of Ghana and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 November, 2019 | Topics: USAID | Tags: USAID, USAID Ghana, USAID Transforms
ACCRA – U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Censky led a trade mission to West Africa, October 28-31, to help United States exporters foster new opportunities in a region where strong economic growth is driving demand for American exports of food and farm products. The trade mission was based in Accra, Ghana, and included buyer ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 October, 2019 | Topics: Agriculture, Business, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Stephen Censky, USDA Trade Mission
Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan at the Opening of the LuccaHealth Medical Specialty Center East Legon, Accra Friday, October 25, 2019 | 12:00 p.m. Honorable Deputy Minister of Health; Alex Abban Honorable Chief Justice and Members of Parliament present; Archbishop Duncan-Williams and clergy present District Health Directors; CEO and Chairmand of BlackIvy, President of LuccaHealth ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Accra Girls Senior High School 59th Speech and Prize Giving Day October 26, 2019 Madam Headmistress of Accra Girls Senior High School Mrs. Joyce Acolatse; Madam Chairperson and member of Accra Girls Old Students Association (AGOSA) 1969-year group Dr. Jane Araba Aikins; Guest speaker and member of AGOSA ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 October, 2019 | Topics: Uncategorized
Accra, GHANA— The United States of America is partnering with Ghana’s Ministry of Health and the Ghana Health Service to encourage all Ghanaians to “Live a Good Life!” In 2016, the Ghana Health Service revived the GoodLife brand, a mass media campaign to promote healthy lifestyle messages through television, radio, posters, and brochures. The United ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 October, 2019 | Topics: Health Issues, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Communicate 4 Health, GoodLife, Live It Well, USAID, USAID Ghana
Statement from the Embassy of the United States of America Regarding the Termination of the Private Sector Concession by the Government of Ghana under the Millennium Challenge Corporation Power Investment Accra, GHANA— On October 19, 2019, the Government of Ghana (GoG) informed the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) in Washington, D.C. of its decision to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 October, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Ghana Power Pact, MCC, Millenium Challenge Account, Power Africa
Remarks by Counselor for Public Affairs Roberto Quiroz II at the West Africa Media Excellence Conference and Awards 2019 Swiss Spirit Alisa Hotel, Accra October 17, 2019 Media Foundation for West Africa Executive Director, Mr. Sulemana Braimah; Minister of Information, the Honorable Kojo Nkrumah; MFWA Board Chairman, Mr. Edetaen Ojo; Distinguished journalists and guests; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 October, 2019 | Topics: Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Journalism in Ghana, Public Affairs, WAMECA 2019, West Africa Journalists
Takoradi and Aboadze, GHANA— From September 30-October 2, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan traveled to the Western Region to join Government of Ghana representatives and the UNAIDS Country Director for Ghana Angela Trenton-Mbonde to launch the multi-stakeholder strategy to achieve HIV/AIDS epidemic control in the Western Region. The Government of Ghana and the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, News, PEPFAR, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: 90-90-90, HIV/AIDS Strategy, PEPFAR
EducationUSA Networking Reception Remarks by U.S. Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan Chief of Mission Residence September 27, 2019 | 6:30pm – 8:00pm Good evening everyone! My husband John and I are happy to welcome you all, following what I hear has been a very successful college fair today. As both a former student and a former teacher, I ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 October, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: College Fair 2019, EducationUSA
From September 26-27, a U.S. Embassy Public Affairs team traveled to the city of Kumasi to participate in a series of programs to promote education in partnership with Ghanaians. The team consisted of Public Affairs Officer Roberto Quiroz II, Cultural Affairs Specialist Maya Parker, Cultural Affairs Assistant Aisha Nartey, and Kumasi based Education USA Advisor ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 October, 2019 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: US Embassy Ghana
Joint Induction/Graduation Ceremony of Kufuor Scholars “Transforming Africa through Leadership with Integrity” Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Monday, September 23, 2019 | 10:30am His Excellency President John Agyekum Kufuor; Chief Executive Officer of the John Agyekum Kufuor Foundation Professor Baffour Agyeman-Duah; Kufuor Scholars Program Coordinator Dr. Pascal Brenya; Kufuor Scholars; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: Uncategorized
Byline: U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Stephanie S. Sullivan September 25, 2019 It’s back to school time for many in Ghana and the United States! As a former teacher, I’d like to take a moment to share the many ways the United States and Ghana work together to improve education for Ghanaians at all levels, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Press Releases | Tags: Education in the USA, EducationUSA, EdUSA
The U.S. Embassy in Ghana is pleased to announce that the Honorable Stephanie Sullivan, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, will be in Takoradi on October 1st to meet with U.S. citizens in the area and to answer questions about U.S. citizen consular-related issues. A U.S. consular officer will also be present to provide notarial services and accept passport ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 September, 2019 | Topics: U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Townhall, U.S. Citizens service
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s As Prepared Remarks at North and West Africa Directors of Military Intelligence Conference 2019 Kofi Annan International Peace Training Center, Accra 18 September 2019; 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Minister of Defense of the Republic of Ghana, the Honorable Dominic Nitiwul; Chief of Defense Staff of the Ghana Armed Forces, Lieutenant ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 September, 2019 | Topics: Africa, Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Defence, DMI conference
Location: All regions of Ghana Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 travel notice for travelers to Ghana due to a polio outbreak. CDC recommends that travelers practice enhanced precautions. The full notice can be read here:
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/notices/alert/polio-ghana . Actions to Take: All travelers to Ghana should be vaccinated fully ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert | Tags: Health Alert, Polio in Ghana
Ambassador Sullivan’s Remarks at the University of Ghana / LECIAD Guest Seminar Series Program “One Day that Changed the Face of the World: The Scars of 9/11 on International Relations and Diplomacy” September 11, 2019 | 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Ambassador and Diplomat-in-Residence, Dr. Kodzo K. Alabo; University of Ghana students, faculty, and staff; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, LECIAD
The U.S. Embassy in Accra, through the Ambassadors Special Self-Help Program, supported the Nkwatia Senior High School with $10,000 to construct a toilet facility to meet the sanitation needs of a growing number of students. On September 4, our Management Counselor Greg Morrison commissioned the opening of the facility in the Eastern Region, joined by ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 September, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: Ambassador's Self-Help project
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s remarks at Luncheon Honoring the Woke Women Task Force Mobile Web Ghana – Accra September 11, 2019; 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Distinguished Woke Women task force members; Administrators and teachers from schools who allowed their students to participate in female empowerment programs; Advocates for the rights of women; Our NGO peers ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 September, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Woke women task force
Stephanie S. Sullivan, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Opening Remarks – INL/AME Alumni Event at the West Africa Regional Training Center (RTC), Accra September 12, 2019 at 10:00AM Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department Commissioner of Police, Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, representing the Acting Inspector-General of Police, the Honorable James Oppong-Boanuh; Frank Adu-Poku, Director of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 September, 2019 | Topics: Africa, Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: INL, Regional Training Center
Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan at the U.S. Beef –Wine – Rice Promotional Event Accra Marriott Friday, September 6, 2019, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Food and Drug Administration, the Honorable Delese Mimi Darko; Director General of the Ghana Standards Authority, the Honorable Alexander Nii Otoo Dodoo; Director ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 September, 2019 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: US Beef and Wine event
Accra, GHANA – On September 5, 2019, the governments of the United States of America and the Republic of Ghana signed a Declaration of Partnership at the African Green Revolution Forum hosted in Accra. The Declaration launches a five-year Feed the Future Country Plan for Ghana that will increase investments in agriculture, build greater resilience, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 September, 2019 | Topics: Africa, Ambassador, News, Speeches, USAID | Tags: Feed the Future
USA Poultry National Chicken Cooking Competition U.S. Embassy Accra Chargé d’Affaires Christopher J. Lamora Gala Dinner – Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra Thursday, August 29, 2019 – 6:30pm Representative of the Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, Head of the Food Enforcement Department of the Food and Drug Authority, Ms. Maria Lovelace-Johnson Distinguished ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 September, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News
6th “Made in Ghana” Awards ‘Promoting Industrialization, the Key to Job Creation and Economic Development’ Remarks by Charge d’Affaires Christopher J. Lamora Kempinski Hotel | Friday, August 30, 2019 | 6:00 p.m. Honorable Minister of Business Development, Mohammed Ibrahim Awal, Honorable Minister of Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah Honorable Deputy Minister of Trade and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 September, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News | Tags: DCM, made in Ghana
Tamale, GHANA— Since 2014, over 96,000 women in northern Ghana saved USD $7.8 million – or about 42,659,747 cedis – and invested the money to improve the health, education, nutrition, and economic opportunities of their families. Last year, Nanumba North received 98% in the District Performance Assessment conducted by the Ministry of Local Government, the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 September, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID
The U.S. Embassy in Ghana is pleased to announce that a consular officer will be in Tamale on September 10, 2019 to meet with U.S. citizens in the area and to answer questions about U.S. citizen consular-related issues. Capacity for the town hall will be limited so please email
ACSAccra@state.gov to confirm your interest and/or request ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 August, 2019 | Topics: U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: U.S. Citizens service
Chargé Christopher J. Lamora’s Remarks to Formed Police Unit Performance Workshop on August 26, 2019 at the RTC Good morning and a warm welcome to the Acting Inspector General of Police, James Oppong-Boanuh; Commander of the Ghana Formed Police Unit, Henry Otoo; Director of the International Relations Directorate, Mr. Baba Saanid Adamu; distinguished guests; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 August, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Speeches | Tags: Formed police Unit, RTC
Accra, GHANA– The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development and the Fisheries Commission with support from the United States Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), organized a three-day conference, from August 19-21, 2019, in Accra to highlight and discuss successes, lessons learned, opportunities, and challenges in the fisheries sector in Ghana. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: USAID | Tags: Feed the Future, USAID Fisheries, USAID Ghana
Accra, GHANA – The United States Embassy in Accra is pleased to welcome American documentary filmmaker Stuart Harmon, who will screen his first feature-length film, “The Money Stone,” at the 2019 Black Star International Film Festival. The film tells the stories of Justice and Maxwell, two teen boys fighting for their dreams against the backdrop ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 August, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: “The Money Stone”, Black Star International Film Festival
Africa Endeavor 2019 Opening Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Christopher J. Lamora Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra 19 August 2019 Honorable Minister of National Security, Albert Kan-Dapaah Hon. Minster of Defense of the Republic of Ghana, Dominic Nitiwul Hon. Minister of Communications of the Republic of Ghana, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful Hon. Chief of Defense Staff of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 August, 2019 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: Africa Endeavor 2019, Africom
Swearing-In Ceremony for Peace Corps Education Volunteers Remarks by Chargé D’Affaires Christopher Lamora Thursday, August 8, 2019 Honorable Deputy Minister of Education, Hon. Gifty Twum-Ampofo Representatives of Other Volunteer Corps Representatives of the Media Colleagues Distinguished Guests I am very pleased to administer the oath of service to these 23 U.S. citizens today. They ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 August, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Speeches | Tags: peace corps ghana
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s Remarks Exhibition Launch for the HACSA Summit 2019 The Heritage and Cultural Society of Africa (HACSA) Tuesday August 6, 2019, 4:00 p.m. Before I start my remarks, I would like us to observe a moment of silence in memory of American author Toni Morrison, who today joined the ancestors. A great ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 August, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, HACSA Summit, Year of Return
Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan’s Remarks U.S. Navy Carson City Ship Reception Port of Tema, Ghana | Thursday, July 25, 2019; 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Deputy Minister of Defense, the Honorable Major Derrick Oduro (rtd) Chief of Defense Staff, Lieutenant General Obed Akwa; Fellow Ambassadors and High Commissioners, and members of the diplomatic corps; U.S. Naval ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 August, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Exercise normal precautions in Ghana. Some areas have increased risk. Read the entire Travel Advisory. Exercise increased caution in: Urban Areas due to crime. Intercity highways after dark due to crime. Areas near the northern border in the Upper East and Upper West regions due to crime. Parts of the Bono East, Bono, Savannah, Northern, North East, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 July, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Tuna, Savannah Region, GHANA — On June 26, the Ministry for Sanitation and Water Resources commissioned a small town water system in Tuna completed through a partnership with the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to provide Savannah Region communities with a sustained potable water source. Estimated at more than 8,000 people, Tuna residents ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 July, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID Ghana
Alumni Thematic International Exchange Seminar (TIES): “Strengthening Business and Trade for Women Entrepreneurs in Africa” Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan’s Remarks Marriott, Accra, June 28, 2019 | 2:00 pm Good afternoon! I am very happy to speak with you all today. I know that Assistant Secretary of State for Educational and Cultural Affairs Marie Royce ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 July, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Exchange Alumni, YALI
ExxonMobil Office Opening Event and Reception Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Thursday, June 27, 2019, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Mövenpick Hotel Honorable Minister of Finance Ofori-Atta, Honorable Deputy Minister of Energy Amin-Adam, ExxonMobil Vice President Pam Darwin, ExxonMobil Country Manager Randi Cruz, CEOs and Executives of Ghana’s Oil and Gas Industry, Your Excellencies, Members of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 June, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: ExxonMobil
Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan’s Remarks at the Independence Day Reception June 25, 2019; 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. Honorable Minister of Interior Ambrose Dery, Honorable Ministers and Deputy Ministers of State, Members of the Council of State and Members of Parliament, Representatives of the Security Services, Your Excellencies and Dear Colleagues from the Diplomatic Corps, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 June, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
Accra, GHANA –Assistant Secretary for Educational and Cultural Affairs, Marie Royce, traveled to Accra from June 24 – 26, 2019. During her visit, she met with Government of Ghana officials, private sector representatives, local entrepreneurs, alumni from U.S. exchange programs, and university administrators to promote the United States of America’s’ cultural and educational diplomacy efforts, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 June, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: US Embassy press release
Good evening everyone, and welcome once again to the U.S. Embassy’s annual LGBT Pride reception for 2019. I’m really pleased to see so many friendly and familiar faces here tonight, along with a few new ones as well. As you just heard, my name is Christopher Lamora, and I’m the Deputy Chief of Mission at ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 June, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News | Tags: Pride month
ACCRA – In partnership with the Ghana Armed Forces, U.S. Army Africa conducted a combined Medical Readiness Training Exercise (MEDREX) from June 3-20, 2019 at the 37th Military Hospital in Accra, Ghana. This marks the fifth iteration of a U.S. Army Africa medical readiness exercise in Ghana. To commemorate the conclusion of the exercise, U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 June, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases
CDD – Ghana & IREX Power Breakfast Meeting on Youth Training and Employment 08:00 Wednesday, June 12 Tang Palace Hotel, Accra Good morning, everyone. All protocols observed. Thank you to CDD and IREX for hosting today’s breakfast meeting on youth employment and entrepreneurship. The innovation and tenacity of entrepreneurs have propelled U.S. economic advances. I ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 June, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: CDD Ghana, IREX
ACCRA – The U.S. Department of State’s Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs, Carl Risch, traveled to Accra from June 13-14, 2019. During his visit, the Assistant Secretary met with officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration to discuss matters of mutual interest. He also met members of the diplomatic community ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 June, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs, Carl C. Risch
General Electric Healthcare Dialogues Event Remarks by DCM Christopher Lamora Labadi Beach Hotel, Accra Tuesday, June 11, 2019, 9:00 – 9:30 a.m. Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Abban Chief Director of the Ministry of Health, Mr. Nana Adjei Mensah CEO of the Korle Bu Teaching hospital, Dr Daniel Asare Director General of the Ghana Health Service, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 June, 2019 | Topics: News, Speeches
Accra, GHANA—On June 11, the Ministry of Health launched the 2019 National Health Research Dissemination Symposium, a three-day program from June 11 – 13. With support from the American people, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the symposium is an opportunity to showcase health research in Ghana and to disseminate findings to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID
Accra, GHANA—On June 6, the Ministry of Health together with the United States Government through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) held a Maternal and Child Survival Symposium. Over 150 participants from the Ministry of Health; the Ghana Health Service; the National Health Insurance Authority; the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 June, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID Ghana
Accra, GHANA — From May 8 – 17, 2019, the Ghana Education Service and the American people, through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Learning Project, distributed over 400,000 reading and teaching materials to 7,273 public primary schools in 100 districts in Ghana. Through this project, USAID partners with the Ministry of Education ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 May, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID
Iftar 2019 Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Chief of Mission Residence | May 21, 2019 | 6pm – 8pm Asalaam aleikum. Akwaaba. Welcome, everyone, to our home. I would like to start by recognizing several of our distinguished guests: His Excellency, Chief Abdul Qadir Tahir, President of the National Council of Muslim Chiefs in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Iftar
Webster University – Ghana Campus Graduation Ceremony Delivered Remarks by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan Saturday, May 18, 2019 | 10:00am Good morning! It’s an honor to be here this morning at the Ghana campus of Webster University in Accra on this very special day. Graduation day. A day that is both a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Webster University Ghana
Accra, Ghana – On Wednesday, May 15, 2019, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan hosted a reception in honor of the 2019 Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Mandela Washington Fellowship (MWF) cohort. In attendance were Ghanaian alumni from YALI and other U.S. Government exchange programs from previous years. Since the inception of the Fellowship, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 May, 2019 | Topics: Uncategorized
Accra, GHANA— On May 13, the United States of America joined the Minister of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Honorable Cynthia Morrison, to launch guidelines and regulations to strengthen the Ghanaian social welfare system. The use of these tools will regulate residential homes for children and promote family-based care. With funding from the American people ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 May, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Ghana, USAID | Tags: USAID
Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement and Federal Bureau of Investigation Cyber Investigations Pilot Project Donation Ceremony Friday, May 10, 2019, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) Executive Director, Mr. Frank Adu-Poku, Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), Maame Yaa Tiwaa Addo-Danquah, Colleagues visiting from Washington, FBI ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana
9th Ghana Entrepreneur and Corporate Executive Awards ‘Promoting the UN Sustainable Development Goals through Private and Public Sector Partnership’ Remarks by Deputy Chief of Mission Christopher J. Lamora Movenpick Ambassador Hotel Saturday, May 4, 2019 | 6:30 p.m. Honorable Minister of Business Development Mohammed Ibrahim Awal Honorable Deputy Minister Trade and Industry Robert Ahomka-Lindsey ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 May, 2019 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Speeches
Accra, Ghana – On Thursday, May 9, 2019, senior representatives from the governments of the United States and Ghana participated in the 5th Security Governance Initiative (SGI) Steering Committee Meeting at the West Africa Regional Training Center in Accra. The event was attended by U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan; Ghanaian National Security Coordinator, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: Border security, Ghana-US security collaboration, Security governance initiative
Kumasi, GHANA – Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan traveled to the Ashanti Region from May 2-7 to promote partnerships on health, education, good governance, and economic development between the United States of America and the Republic of Ghana. On May 3, Ambassador Sullivan paid a visit to the Regional Minister of Ashanti, the Honorable Simon Osei-Mensah, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News
Interaction with Final Year Business School Students Remarks for Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Monday, May 6, 2019; 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. KNUST Vice Chancellor, Professor Kwasi Obiri-Danso; Dean of the School of Business, Professor Nathaniel Boso; Dr. Felicity Asiedu-Appiah: KNUST School of Business Faculty and students; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
Kumasi, Ghana – On May 6, U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan visited the HopeXchange Medical Center to launch the new Women’s Cancer Center, including a new Clinical Pathology Laboratory and Surgical Suite, which were largely funded by the American people through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). The HopeXchange Medical Center is a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, U.S. & Ghana, USAID
Good morning. Thank you for inviting me to address the International Scouts and Guide Fellowship’s Third Africa Regional Conference this morning here in Abokobi. I am always happy to attend events such as this, because civic engagement is at the heart of the U.S. – Africa partnership, which also focuses on cooperating to promote security, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Girls Scout, ISGF Conference
Remarks by Counselor for Public Affairs Roberto Quiroz II on World Press Freedom Day 2019 Ghana International Press Centre (GIPC) in Accra, Ghana Friday, May 3, 2019; 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Honorable guests; Deputy Minister for Information of the Republic of Ghana, the Honorable Pius Enam Hadzide; UNESCO Representative in Ghana, Mr. Abdourahamane Diallo; ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 May, 2019 | Topics: Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: World Press Freedom Day 2019
Commandant of Ghana’s Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Rear Admiral M. Beick Baffour; Distinguished officers and students of this institution; Distinguished guests; Members of the media; All protocols observed. Good Afternoon, and thank you for welcoming me today. I’m truly honored to be standing here in this center of excellence dedicated to developing military, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 May, 2019 | Topics: Africa, Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Speeches | Tags: GAFSC
Accra, Ghana – The United States Ambassador to Ghana, Stephanie S. Sullivan, attended the premiere of Season 5 of the megahit Ghanaian TV series, “You Only Live Once” (YOLO) at the Silverbird Cinemas in West Hills Mall on May 1. Ambassador Sullivan joined representatives from the Ministry for Water Resources and Sanitation, the Ghana Health ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 May, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: USAID, Yolo
I am pleased to be part of this event, in this beautiful new venue. Last month, I participated in the launch of a U.S. Trade and Development Agency-funded feasibility study for a solar project here in Ghana. The energy systems for the project will be made from solar panels assembled at a manufacturing facility in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Exim Bank
Accra, GHANA– On April 15, the United States of America congratulated the Densu Oyster Pickers’ Association (DOPA) and the Development Action Association (DAA) for the successful completion of the second annual oyster harvesting closed season. Located in the Tsokomey community of the Ga South Municipal Assembly, both are local, community-led, non-governmental organizations committed to protecting ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 April, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. Agencies, USAID | Tags: USAID, USAID Fisheries
Akwaaba! It is my pleasure to welcome you to Accra, as Ghana is the host for this year’s International Panel Physicians Association Training Summit. Thank you to my colleagues, the High Commissioners from Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom, for joining the United States in supporting this summit. As members of the Migration ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, Speeches, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, CDC, Panel Physician Program, TB, US Embassy
Managing Director of Savanna Fruits Company, Mr. Raphael Gonzalez; President and Executive Committee Members of the Global Shea Alliance; Leaders and stakeholders in the shea industry; Members of the media; Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, It gives me great joy to join you this morning to hand over this new warehouse and shea butter processing center. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 April, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, USAID | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Shea Butter plant, USAID, USinGhana
Welcome! Good morning and thank you for joining me here for breakfast today. I’m so grateful that, through the excellent leadership of your Board, we have a vibrant American Chamber of Commerce here in Ghana. I had an excellent initial meeting with Joe and with Simon Madjie shortly after my arrival, and I was pleased ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 April, 2019 | Topics: Speeches | Tags: AmCham, America Chamber of Commerce
Minister of Health, the Honorable Kwaku Agyeman-Manu, Minister of Agriculture, the Honorable Owusu Afriyie Akoto, Peace Corps-Ghana Country Director Gordon Brown, Members of the media, Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, All protocols observed. It is an honor to join you this morning to administer the oath of service to our newest 34 Americans who have answered ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: peace corps ghana
Accra, GHANA – U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Stephanie S. Sullivan led an event today in Kpone to mark the new partnership between the Ghanaian company Strategic Security Systems International, and its subsidiary Strategic Power Solutions, with the U.S. Company AEG International. Their initial objective will be to provide solar energy to six dioceses of the Ghana ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches, Trade
Accra, GHANA — U.S. Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan honored Ms. Stella Saaka, from the Talensi district in the Upper East Region, with the U.S. Embassy’s 2019 Ghana Woman of Courage Award during a breakfast ceremony hosted at the Ambassador’s residence. Like the U.S. Secretary of State’s annual International Women of Courage Award, this award recognizes a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches
“I’m proud to have visited the Northern Region during my second official trip in Ghana, after having joined President Nana Akufo-Addo last week during Independence Day celebrations in Tamale. I’m especially encouraged by the dedication of our Ghanaian friends, from alumni of U.S. exchange programs to USAID implementing partners promoting health, education, and economic opportunities ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Press Release
On March 12, Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan hosted a reception for former U.S. federal Judge Ann Claire Williams, accompanied by U.S. federal judge Margo Brodie, Minnesota Judge Susan Burke, and former U.S. federal Judge Donald Graham, and Ghana’s judiciary. The Ambassador took the opportunity to praise the continued relationship between the countries and highlighted the importance ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, Federal Judge, Ghana judiciary
On March 11, 2019, the U.S. Embassy welcomed Spelling Bee 2019 champion Master Kwabena Adu Darko-Asare, who was accompanied by Young Educators Foundation (YEF) Country Director, Mrs. Eugenia Tachie-Menson; YEF Programs Coordinator Ms. Salomé Dzakpasu; Spelling Bee Deputy National Coach, Mr. Emmanuel Afful; and Kwabena’s father, Mr. Francis Darko-Asare. They were welcomed by Counselor for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Public Affairs | Tags: Spelling Bee, Spelling Bee Champion
March 6, 2019 On behalf of the United States, I congratulate the people and Government of Ghana as you celebrate your 62nd independence day on March 6. The United States and Ghana have a deep friendship based on shared values. Through your spirit of democracy and robust economy, Ghana is a leader in the region ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
On February 27, Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan reaffirmed the United States’ commitment to support the transformational Ghana beyond Aid agenda during the landmark Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) – Power Distribution Services (PDS) transfer ceremony. Beginning on March 1, 2019, this 20-year private concession will help restructure the Ghanaian energy sector through true private sector participation, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News
During a handover ceremony of cargo and personnel carriers to the Ghanaian Armed Forces on February 15, 2019, Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan emphasized the importance of peace, security, and good governance in promoting economic development. She also lauded the Ghana Armed Forces for its long and professional contributions to the United Nations peacekeeping operations over nearly ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 February, 2019 | Topics: Uncategorized
From February 12 through 15, U.S. Embassy Counselor for Public Affairs Roberto Quiroz II and EducationUSA Advisor Ethel Caulley traveled to the Western Region to promote education. The U.S. Embassy team traveled to Takoradi and other communities to visit heads of school, teachers, and over 1,300 Ghanaian students to encourage them to apply to study ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 February, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: Education in the USA, EdUSA
On February 9, 2019, Ambassador Stephanie S. Sullivan joined the African American Association of Ghana (AAAG) at the W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Center in Accra to launch AAAG Black History Month programming. For its first program, AAAG highlighted excellent presentations on the theme “Black Migration: Exploring Our Roots and Beyond.” During the launch, Ambassador Sullivan ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 February, 2019 | Topics: News | Tags: African American Association, Ambassador Sullivan, Black History Month, US Embassy Ghana
Accra, GHANA – A country that is a signatory to the UN Convention on International Civil Aviation is obligated to issue the necessary travel documents to its citizens under deportation orders from another country. Under Section 243(d) of the U.S. Immigration and Nationality Act, when a country is determined to be denying or unreasonably delaying ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: US in Ghana, Visa, Visa Sanctions on Ghana
Stephanie S. Sullivan, a career member of the Senior Foreign Service, class of Minister-Counselor, was sworn in as U.S. Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to the Republic of Ghana on November 30, 2018. She formerly served as Ambassador to the Republic of Congo (2013-2017).
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 January, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ambassador Sullivan, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana
Accra, GHANA – The new U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, Stephanie S. Sullivan, presented her credentials to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo and has taken up her duties as Ambassador. Speaking from the ceremony at Jubilee House, Ambassador Sullivan thanked President Akufo-Addo for the warm welcome to Ghana and highlighted the U.S. – Ghana partnership focused ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 January, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases
Akosombo, GHANA— On December 18 2018, the United States of America through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Ghana Mission Director, Sharon Cromer, joined the Honorable Deputy Minister of Health, Kingsley Aboagye-Gyedu, for the handover of a 25-seater boat to the Ghana Health Service (GHS). Funded by the United States Government, the medical ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 December, 2018 | Topics: News, USAID | Tags: Ghana Health Service, GHS, Volta Region health
Location: Northern Region (Tamale/Yendi and surrounding areas). Event: Beginning on December 14, 2018, groups in Tamale, Yendi, and surrounding villages will hold funerals for their respective former chieftains. Extreme violence is likely and there are inadequate medical resources in the region. All but mission-essential travel by U.S. Embassy personnel to these regions is not advisable ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Security Alert, Yendi
Accra, GHANA – In commemoration of the 16-Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Campaign, the U.S. Embassy in Ghana partnered with Mobile Web Ghana to host an interactive workshop under the theme, “Understanding the Rights of Women and Girls.” The event convened more than 50 stakeholders from civil society organizations, law enforcement, and diplomatic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 December, 2018 | Topics: Gender Issues, News, Press Releases, Speeches
Melania and I join with a grieving Nation to mourn the loss of former President George H.W. Bush, who passed away last night. Through his essential authenticity, disarming wit, and unwavering commitment to faith, family, and country, President Bush inspired generations of his fellow Americans to public service—to be, in his words, “a thousand points ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: George H.W Bush
November 30, 2018 – The United States of America, through the U.S President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) celebrates fifteen (15) years of the U.S.-led global initiative under the theme “Saving Lives through American Generosity and Partnerships.” In the lead up to World AIDS Day 2018, the U.S. Embassy in Ghana joined Government of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 November, 2018 | Topics: News, PEPFAR, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: 90-90-90, PEPFAR, World AIDS Day
November 19, 2018 – The 2018 Open Doors report on international education has revealed that the United States hosted 1.09 million international students during the 2017/2018 academic year. This marks a 1.5% increase over the prior year. The number of Sub-Saharan African students hit a record high at 39,479, marking a 4.6% increase over the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 November, 2018 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases | Tags: EdUSA, Ghana students in U.S., Study in the US
Accra, GHANA- November 15, 2018 – The United States of America, through the
U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and in collaboration with the ministries of health in 11 countries, is launching a new, five-year $200 million program to control and eliminate five neglected tropical diseases in Sub-Saharan West Africa. This newly launched program deepens USAID’s efforts to eliminate trachoma, lymphatic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 November, 2018 | Topics: Health Issues, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: USAID Health
Accra – U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Christopher J. Lamora hosted a
Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) celebratory and networking event that gathered members from all three branches of the YALI family: Mandela Washington Fellows, YALI Regional Leadership Center participants, and active members of the online YALI Network. The event was an opportunity to recognize the contributions of these young leaders, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 November, 2018 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges, Speeches, Success Stories, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: US government youth empowerment, YALI Africa reception, YALI Network
As you read this, I am on my first trip to the continent of Africa as Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of African Affairs. I am delighted to return to the continent where I served for decades in a variety of roles, including Deputy Chief of Mission and Ambassador and where now my ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 November, 2018 | Topics: Africa, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana, U.S. Secretary of State
Accra, GHANA- October 31, 2018 – Senior officials from the Governments of Ghana and the United States met on October 31 to review progress toward meeting the objectives of the U.S.-Ghana Child Protection Compact (CPC) Partnership. The CPC Partnership began in 2015 and the first high-level consultation in 2017. The meeting on October 31, 2018 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 November, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Press Releases, Trafficking in Persons, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Ghana Government, Ghana Human Trafficking Report 2018, Human trafficking
Accra, GHANA— In 2017, a staggering 5.4 million children under five years died around the world– many from preventable causes. Though strides have been made in Ghana, 25 newborns Ghanaian babies die for every 1,000 live births. From October 30- November 1, 2018, 115 newborn and child health experts gathered in Accra to discuss practical ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Ministry of Health, Nutrition, Unicef, US in Ghana, USAID Transforms, USAID-Africa
Our Counselor for Public Affairs Roberto Quiroz II and EducationUSA Kumasi advisor Marilyn Owusu recently conducted public outreach programs in the Ashanti and Brong-Ahafo regions, where they met students and presented them with books and soccer balls. In addition, they attended a Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) and International Leadership and Excellence Program (ILEP) workshop ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 October, 2018 | Topics: Education | Tags: Education in the USA, ILEP TEA
Accra, GHANA–The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MOFAD) and the U.S. Government through the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), held a signing ceremony for the fisheries sector’s new Anti-Child Labor and Trafficking Strategy. The strategy outlines the Ministry’s plans to reduce and eventually eliminate child labor and trafficking in the fisheries sector. The ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 October, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: TIP, USAID
On October 11, 2018, a welcome reception was held for the Ghana cohort of the 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship. Speaking at the reception, Chargé d’Affaires Christopher J. Lamora highlighted the value of creating space for talented, motivated individuals to gather, learn, share experiences, and help one another grow. He congratulated one of the fellows, Sena Nyame for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 October, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, Speeches | Tags: 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship, Mandela Washington Fellowship, YALI 2018
Counselor for Public Affairs Roberto Quiroz II’s Remarks at Welcome Reception in Honor of the 2018 Ghana Cohort of Mandela Washington Fellows Marriott Hotel, Accra, October 11, 2018, 1:30-2:00 p.m. Distinguished 2018 Mandela Washington Fellows, Mandela Washington Fellows alumni present here today, Members of the media, Honored guests, Akwaaba! It’s an honor to join ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 October, 2018 | Topics: Public Affairs, Speeches | Tags: Ghana Cohorts, YALI 2018
Yendi, GHANA—One of the key partnerships between the United States of America and the Republic of Ghana is focused on promoting a quality education for Ghanaian children. The collaboration between Ghana’s Ministry of Education and the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) has advanced early grade reading for school children through the Ministry’s “Dagbani Language ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 September, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Dagbani, Ghana- US partnership, Local language project, USAID Ghana Learning
Accra, Ghana – On Tuesday September 18, representatives from the governments of the United States of America and Ghana participated in the 4th Security Governance Initiative (SGI) Steering Committee Meeting at the Marriott Hotel in Accra. SGI focus area leads briefed Steering Committee members on progress and next steps. Ghana National Security Coordinator, Joshua ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 September, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Border security, Immigration, SGI
Accra, GHANA— On September 18, 2018, Ghana’s Ministry of Energy and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through Power Africa, launched a 3-day capacity building workshop to discuss competitive procurement of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and infrastructure. The 3-day workshop brought together decision-makers from Ghana’s key ministries, regulators, and commercial entities from the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 September, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases | Tags: Government of Ghana, Power Africa, Power Compact, US government, USAID Ghana
United States Embassy Accra, Ghana Security Message for U.S. Citizens Planned Demonstration (September 10, 2018) Demonstration Alert – Kawukudi Location: the route will begin at Kawukudi – Jubilee House through Ring Road to Ghana International Trade Fair, but may be rerouted from Kawukudi to Ghana International Trade Fair, avoiding Jubilee House and Ring Road. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 September, 2018 | Topics: Alert, News
Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Christopher J. Lamora at the 2nd Commemoration of the Ghana Power Compact Marriott Hotel, Airport City, Accra Thursday, September 6, 2018; 6:00 – 7:45 p.m. Honorable Minister of Energy John Peter Amewu, Millennium Development Authority (MiDA) Board Chair, Professor Yaa Ntiamoah-Baidu, MiDA CEO, Martin Eson-Benjamin Distinguished Government of Ghana officials, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 September, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Speeches | Tags: Millenium Challenge Account, Power pact Ghana
Accra, GHANA – Ghana is to receive the second allocation of Compact funds from the United States of America through the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) in the amount of $190 million after the Ghanaian government met all the required conditions to access the funds. On September 6, 2018, MCC submitted a letter acknowledging Ghana’s achievement ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 September, 2018 | Topics: Africa, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: ECG Ghana, Ghana Government, Ghana Power Pact, MCC, Milllenium Challenge Compact
Accra, Ghana – On Wednesday August 29, representatives from the governments of the United States of America, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya, Nigeria, and Togo participated in a regional border security strategic partners seminar held at the West African Regional Training Center (RTC) in Accra, which is operated by the U.S. Department of State’s ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 August, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Border control, Ghana Security seminar, Ghana-US security collaboration, Security governance initiative
Press Statement Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Washington, DC August 18, 2018 I am saddened to hear of the passing of former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan and express my condolences to the Annan family and to the people of his home country of Ghana. Mr. Annan spent his life advocating for peace and human ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 August, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Ghana, Kofi Annan, Michael R. Pompeo, Secretary General, United Nations
On August 16, 2018, Chargé d’Affaires (Acting Ambassador) Christopher J. Lamora swore in 33 Peace Corps education volunteers. These volunteers will be teaching science, maths, visual arts and special education in various schools in the rural parts of Ghana. Present at the ceremony was Ghana’s minister for Education, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh and Peace Corps Country Director ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 August, 2018 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: Peace Corps, peace corps ghana, US Embassy Ghana
Ambassador Robert Jackson made a farewell call on the President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on July 18, 2018, at the Jubilee house. He is leaving Ghana after a nearly three-year term, which took him to many towns and cities in all ten regions of Ghana. He also called on the three former Presidents John Dramani Mahama, John Agyekum Kufuor ...
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By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News
Good afternoon, colleagues. It’s wonderful to see you all here for the swearing in of our new USAID West Africa Regional Mission Director, Daniel Moore. A special hello to Acting Assistant Administrator for Africa Cheryl Anderson, who is joining us virtually from Washington. It’s a distinct honor for me to represent the U.S. government on ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, USAID | Tags: USAID
Speaking at his very last U.S. Independence day celebration in Ghana on July 4, 2018, Ambassador Jackson sincerely thanked the people of Ghana for the warm welcome and friendship he has been offered throughout his tenure as ambassador. He also praised Ghana’s partnership with the United States for the past sixty-one (61) years, which continues ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 July, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: 242nd independence day, Donald J. Trump, Independence Day remarks
During a ceremony hosted at the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Accra on June 12, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson and Ambassador Sungsoo Kim signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the health partnerships of both nations with the Republic of Ghana. Deputy Director General of the Ghana Health Service Dr. Gloria Quansah ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 June, 2018 | Topics: News | Tags: Ghana Health, MoU, South Korea in Ghana
On June 28, U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo released the eighteenth annual Trafficking in Persons (TIP) Report. The report assesses the efforts of governments around the world to fight human trafficking, including in the United States. This year’s TIP Report notes the Government of Ghana’s increased efforts to combat human trafficking in 2017, including ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Ghana Human Trafficking Report 2018, Michael R. Pompeo
Over my nearly three years as U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, I have had many opportunities to reflect on the close ties between our two nations. The U.S.-Ghana relationship is dynamic and rich, marked by deep connections between our peoples in heritage, culture, education, business, and the arts (to name a few sectors). Unfortunately, we also ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 June, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: TIP
American business leader Dr. Avis Jones-DeWeever visited Ghana from June 16 through 22 to promote women’s entrepreneurship under the Department of State’s Africa Regional Services (ARS) Speaker Program. The American author of the award-winning book “How Exceptional Black Women Lead,” Dr. Jones-DeWeever is an expert in business strategies, diversity, and women’s empowerment. She has also ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 June, 2018 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Barack Obama, Entrepreneurship, Jones De-Weever, U.S. speaker program
On June 22, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson delivered remarks at the “Stanford Seed Transformation Network: Turning Adversity into Growth” summit held at the Marriott Hotel in Accra. The theme of the program was “Stories of Leadership in Challenging Times: Perspectives on the State of Affairs in Ghana and What Will Be Required to Transform and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: Ghana US relations, Stanford Seed, Turning adversity to Growth
On June 21, the U.S. Embassy in Accra welcomed four Ghanaian senior high students, their parents, and a teacher for an orientation session prior to their three week visit to the United States of America under the Pan African Youth Leadership Program (PAYLP). The students are Emma Hawa, from Tamale Girls Senior High School, Atubsaan ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 June, 2018 | Topics: Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Exchange program, US Embassy Ghana
June 19, 2018 WASHINGTON – U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced today that he will lead a delegation from the President’s Advisory Council on Doing Business in Africa (PAC-DBIA) on a fact-finding mission to Ghana later this month. Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade Gilbert Kaplan will head the delegation on stops in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 June, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases | Tags: Donald J. Trump
June 20, 2018 Accra, GHANA — As sovereign nations, the Governments of the United States and Ghana each have obligations to their citizens to uphold their laws, as well as obligations to the international community to comply with international agreements. All nations have the right to enforce their immigration laws. The United States embraces its ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Deportation, US Deporting Ghanaians, US Embassy Ghana, US Embassy press release
On June 19, the U.S. Embassy in Accra welcomed four teachers who have benefitted from the Fulbright Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (TEA). They included Ghanaian teachers Ms. Opokua Ampadu-Sackey, an English language teacher at the Krobo Girls Senior High School in the Eastern Region who is hosting American teacher Ms. Ashly Larrow, and Mr. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 June, 2018 | Topics: News | Tags: EducationUSA, Fulbright, Fulbright TEA
Dr. Reuben E. Brigety II, Dean of the Elliot School of International Affairs at George Washington University (GW) and a former U.S. Ambassador to the African Union, visited Ghana from June 10 through 12. He was accompanied by Lori Cwalina, GW’s Assistant Vice President for Development at the Elliott School of International Affairs and Alumni. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 June, 2018 | Topics: News | Tags: George Washington University
Ambassador Robert P. Jackson has emphasized that the U.S. government values its partnership with Ghana and looks forward to continuing it. He made the remarks during the donation of training equipment packages to the Formed Police Unit of the Ghana Police Service on May, 29 2018. Ghana’s Inspector General of Police – Mr. David Asante-Apeatu ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Speeches | Tags: Ghana Police Service, Ghana police service FPU, UN peacekeeping cars, US Embassy donate to Ghana Police
On May 23 2018, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson welcomed back to Ghana five high school teachers following their visit to the United States under the International Leaders for Education (ILEP) and the Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) programs. The Ambassador congratulated them on their visit, and solicited their observations on the highlights from their trip. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Education in the USA, Ghana teachers, ILEP TEA, U.S. Embassy Ghana
After multiple rounds of review in the United States and across Africa, hundreds of interviews, and tens of thousands of applications, selection for the 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship for Young African Leaders is now complete. 32 finalists were selected from Ghana! We are excited to welcome them to the United States from June 18 to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 May, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, Ambassador, Education, News | Tags: 2018 Mandela Washington Fellowship
During a commencement ceremony held at Webster University’s campus in Accra on May 19, Ambassador Jackson congratulated the graduating class of 2018 and exhorted them to seek careers which fulfil a purpose in their lives: “Purpose is an essential element of you. It is the reason you are on the planet at this particular time ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 May, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News | Tags: US Ambassador, US Embassy Ghana, Webster University Ghana, Webster university graduation
Stakeholders’ Conference on the Right to Information Bill Remarks by Political Chief Thomas Lyons D.F. Annan Auditorium, JOB 600, Parliament House, Accra Tuesday, May 8, 2018 | 11:50 am Honorable Ministers, Members of Parliament, I’d like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to speak to you about your proposed legislation to create a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 May, 2018 | Topics: Fundamental Freedoms, Human Rights, Political Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana
Swearing-In Ceremony for Peace Corps Health Volunteers Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Melinda Tabler-Stone Chief of Mission Residence April 19, 2018 | 9:00 a.m. (As prepared for delivery) Good morning and welcome. It is an absolute honor each time I am called upon to administer the oath to U.S. citizens beginning their Peace Corps service. I ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 April, 2018 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Health Issues, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Peace Corps
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Accra, Ghana (April 13, 2018) Location 1 (April 17, 2018): Town center, south of the Kumasi Central Market, concluding in the Aboabo neighborhood of Kumasi, Ghana Event 1: Ongoing demonstrations are expected to take place on April 17, 2018, beginning around 0700 and concluding around 1200 in the town ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 April, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
Accra, GHANA — The U.S. Embassy underscores that the United States has not requested, nor does it intend to request, the establishment of a military base in Ghana or the permanent presence of U.S. troops in Ghana. Reports alleging otherwise are inaccurate and misleading. The Defense Cooperation Agreement (DCA) between the governments of the United ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 March, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Accra, Ghana March 27, 2018 Location 1 (Tonight): The Ghana Police Headquarters area, including the Ring Road at the Independence junction in Accra, Ghana. Event 1 (Tonight): Ongoing demonstrations taking place as of 18:00 today, Tuesday March 27, 2018. Location 2 (Tomorrow): Announced gathering points include, but are not ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert
U.S. Diplomatic Relations with Ghana Remarks by Ambassador Robert P. Jackson University of Cape Coast Friday, March 23, 2018 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Thank you all for your warm welcome. My wife, Babs, and I are honored to be here at the University of Cape Coast. I often talk about the fact that ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Barack Obama
In a ceremony held at his residence on March 22, 2018, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Robert P. Jackson honored Dr. Rose Mensah-Kutin and Mr. Yaw Ofori Debra with the 2018 Martin Luther King, Jr. Award for Peace and Social Justice. Since 2008, the U.S. Embassy has presented the award annually to one or more Ghanaian ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Human Rights, MLK Award
In response to the story released by Joy News on March 20, 2018, the United States Embassy wishes to underscore that the United States has not requested, nor does it plan to establish a military base or bases in Ghana. The current Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) between the United States of America and the Republic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 March, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: US military base in Ghana, US Military in Ghana
AMCHAM Farewell Luncheon Remarks by Ambassador Robert P. Jackson Labadi Beach Hotel Friday, March 16, 2018 | 12 noon AMCHAM President Joe Mensah and members of the Board, AMCHAM Executive Secretary Simon Madjie, Representatives from the American business community, Colleagues from the U.S. Embassy, Good afternoon, and thank you once again for such a warm ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 March, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Issues, Education, Health Issues, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Ghana, USAID
The Embassy will host a Town Hall Fair for U.S. citizens in Ghana in the evening on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. We cordially invite you to join us and our Embassy colleagues to learn about the U.S. Embassy’s priorities, the new Travel Advisory and Alert system, and resources available to U.S. citizens. When: 6:00 PM ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 March, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Tema, Ghana Event: The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed the first recorded case of Lassa fever in the country since 2011. The case was confirmed at the Tema General Hospital. Lassa fever is a rare but potentially life-threatening viral hemorrhagic disease. Actions to Take: · Consult a medical professional if you have been ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 5 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert
On February 27, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson hosted a solemn memorial ceremony in honor of Private First Class (PFC) Emmanuel Mensah at the U.S. Embassy in Accra. The ceremony welcomed Private Mensah’s relatives and friends as well as senior officials from the Government of Ghana (GoG), the Ghanaian armed forces, and members of the media ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
“I sensed that Africa had come … from the sum of Heaven’s glory.” Ambassador Jackson drew on the poetic words of W.E.B. Du Bois himself when speaking at the durbar and wreath laying celebrating the 150th anniversary of Du Bois’ birth on Monday, February 19, 2018. A venerated scholar, activist and Pan-Africanist, Du Bois moved ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Black History Month
On February 16, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson welcomed World Boxing Organization (WBO) Interim Super Bantamweight champion Isaac Dogboe to the U.S. Embassy in Accra. The champ was accompanied by his father Paul Dogboe, Dr. Donald Cog Senanu Agumenu, Ellis Quashigah, Nana Ama Eson-Mensah, and Maurice Quansah. In their meeting, the Ambassador lauded the Ghanaian boxing ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: Sports
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the areas from Kwame Nkrumah Circle to the Arts Center in Accra, Ghana. Event: Demonstrations expected to take place on Wednesday, February 7, 2018, beginning at 08:30am. The “True Driver’s Association” groups intend to protest the Ghanaian government for the recent increase in the prices ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 February, 2018 | Topics: Alert
Ambassador Robert P. Jackson on January 31, 2018 commissioned 4 USAID funded Community-based Health Planning and Services compounds in Tinsung and Warivi in the Mion district, and Kunkong and Nkwanta in the Yendi municipality of the Northern region. USAID’s partnership with the Government of Ghana has already supported the construction of eight compounds in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, News, Speeches, USAID | Tags: CHPS Compound, USAID
The chiefs and people of Guo in the Nandom District of the Upper West Region were elated when Ambassador Jackson commissioned an expanded Community-Based Health Planning and Services facility, popularly known as CHPS compound. The expansion of the CHPS compound was made possible through financial assistance from the U.S Ambassador’s Special Self-Help program as well as contributions ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Ambassador's Fund, Ambassador's Fund, News, Speeches | Tags: CHPS Compound, Guo, Self-Help
Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot receipt deadline. Follow ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 29 January, 2018 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News
A 2016 Mandela Washington Fellow from Ghana has been named the 2017 Daily Trust African of the Year. Mutaru Mumuni Muqthar was recognized for his work in de-radicalization and re-integration of would-be extremists in the West African region. The award was presented to him by H.E Festus Mogae, former president of Botswana. Mutaru Mumuni Muqthar ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 January, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, News, Success Stories | Tags: African of the year, Mandela Washington Fellowship, YALI
Ambassador Robert P. Jackson has challenged each and every officer of the Ghana Police Service to spearhead the fight against sexual and gender-based violence in Ghana. In his opening remarks at a training program organized to equip selected officers of the Ghana Police Service with adequate policing skills on domestic violence and gender-based violence, Ambassador ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 January, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts. Every country will have a Travel Advisory, which will provide one of four standard levels of advice. The Travel ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 January, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
Six Ghanaian senior high school teachers have been selected to participate in the International Leaders in Education (ILEP) and Teaching Excellence and Achievement (TEA) programs. The International Leaders in Education Program (ILEP) and the Teaching Excellence and Achievement Program (TEA) bring outstanding secondary school teachers of English, math, science, social studies, and special education from ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 December, 2017 | Topics: Education, News, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Exchange program, ILEP, TEA
Takoradi, GHANA — As part of a program to improve the competitiveness of local businesses, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Government of Ghana held a conference in the Western Region on December 14 for stakeholders in the oil and gas sector. At the conference, participants shared lessons learned and best practices ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 December, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Trade
The U.S. Embassy is aware of reports of a planned demonstration on Wednesday, December 20th, at 8 a.m., to protest the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. The route is reported to begin at Obra Spot at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle and end at the Old Hearts of Oak’s park. The U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 December, 2017 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Seeing the Slaves in Our Midst By Robert P. Jackson, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Frederick Douglass, the revered former slave turned abolitionist and orator, once wrote, “It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” That quote has resonated with me since the release of the disturbing video of slave auctions in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Trafficking in Persons
At the opening of Pinkberry’s Frozen Yoghurt shop at the Kumasi city mall on December 5, 2017, Ambassador Jackson celebrated American-Ghanaian partnership that will not only serve the people of Ghana a delicious product, but create employment opportunities for Ghanaians and help stimulate economic growth and development. Opening of Pinkberry in Kumasi Remarks by Ambassador ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 12 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Ambassador Jackson, Barack Obama, Pinkberry
Accra, GHANA—On December 5, 2017, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and MEL Consulting Limited hosted a “Women in Agribusiness” Summit to highlight the contributions of women in Ghana’s agricultural sector. The event brought together women-led agribusinesses, farmers, processors, business service providers, financial institutions, the Government of Ghana and development partners. In attendance ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Economic Issues, Press Releases, USAID
Ambassador Jackson joined Second Lady Samira Bawumia and more than 2,000 enthusiastic beauty professionals last week for the relaunch AFAM Concept in Ghana. This American company has been marketing its hair products here for the past 30 years! The beauty industry in Ghana is showing tremendous growth — which creates jobs and income, but also ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Commercial Affairs, President of the United States, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Donald J. Trump
On November 29, the United States and Ghana inaugurated a new building for the Young African Leaders Initiative Regional Leadership Center (YALI RLC) in Accra. The ceremony was attended by Ambassador Robert P. Jackson; the Honorable Minister of Education, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh; Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) Rector Professor P. Ebow ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Speeches | Tags: Barack Obama
The latest Open Doors report on international education has revealed that the United States hosted 1.08 million international students during the 2016/2017 academic year. This marks a 3 percent increase over the prior year. The number of African students hit a record high at 37,735, marking a 7 percent increase over the prior year. There ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 November, 2017 | Topics: Education, Press Releases | Tags: Education
On Thursday November 16, 2017, Ambassador Jackson hosted this year’s Annual General Meeting of the American Chamber of Commerce-Ghana. He emphasized the U.S. government’s commitment to work together with both American businesses and the Government of Ghana in our quest to improve trade, create jobs, and make Ghana a place where companies can flourish. AMCHAM Annual ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 17 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Commercial Affairs, News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Trade
On Tuesday, November 14, 2017, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson hosted a reception for alumnae of the Fortune-U.S. Department of State Global Women’s Mentoring Partnership. The program connects talented, emerging women leaders from all over the world with members of Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Leaders for a four-week-long program. Past participants from across Africa came together in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 November, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Ambassador, Business, Speeches
Appolonia City Groundbreaking Ceremony Remarks by Ambassador Robert P. Jackson November 14, 2017 | 10 a.m. Your Excellency President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Honorable Minister of Works and Housing Samuel Atta Akyea, Colleagues, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning. It is a privilege to join His Excellency the President and the Honorable Minister in this ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Commercial Affairs, Economic Issues, Speeches
On November 2, 2017, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson joined Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo at the American Chamber of Commerce Ghana luncheon program on the topic “Reforming the Judiciary to Enhance the Ease of Doing Business.” In his remarks, Ambassador Jackson celebrated the strong commercial ties between Ghana and the United States and urged the audience ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Economic Affairs, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Ghana
On November 2, 2017, Deputy Chief of Mission Melinda Tabler-Stone joined more than 80 scientists, researchers, government representatives and farmers for the Biotechnology Workshop for Women in Science, sponsored by the U.S. Embassy. The forum brought together African women involved in agricultural research and policy making to discuss innovations in agriculture and biotechnology in Ghana ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 2 November, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Gender Issues, Science & Tech, Speeches
During an October 31 ceremony hosted at the U.S. Embassy, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson honored nine Ghanaian communities selected to receive grants to promote education, agriculture and economic growth at the local level. The grants, totaling $75,000, are part of the Ambassador’s Small Grants Program. Speaking at the signing ceremony, Ambassador Jackson praised the communities ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Press Releases, U.S. & Ghana
On October 27, the U.S. Embassy joined journalists from across the region in participating in the West Africa Media Excellence Conference. The event was attended by Ghana’s Minister for Information, the Honorable Mustapha Hamid; the Minister for Information and Communications Infrastructure for the Gambia, the Honorable Demba Ali Jawo; Ms. Sophie Ly Sow of the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 October, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Human Rights, News, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Ghana | Tags: Barack Obama
On October 24, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson joined Minister of Business Development, the Honorable Ibrahim Mohammed Awal; Minister of Monitoring and Evaluation, the Honorable Dr. Anthony Akoto Osei; Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, the Honorable Robert Ahomka-Lindsey at the Ghana Competitiveness Forum held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra. The forum was also attended ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Trade | Tags: Trade
Honorable Ministers, BCIU President Tichansky, Colleagues, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Thank you and good morning. This Forum is a testament to the determination of the United States and Ghana to increase official bilateral and business collaborations between our nations. Our businesses and investors have long been at the forefront of deepening ties between our countries, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Trade
Senior officials from the U.S. Government and the Government of the Republic of Ghana met on October 25 to discuss progress in achieving the objectives of the U.S.-Ghana Child Protection Compact (CPC) Partnership – the first-ever jointly-developed plan to address forced child labor and child sex trafficking in Ghana. The Ghanaian government representatives, the Honorable ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Child and Family Matters, News, Press Releases, Trafficking in Persons | Tags: Human trafficking, TIP
On October 23, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson and Mrs. Babette “Babs” Jackson hosted a reception to launch the Business Council for International Understanding (BCIU) Ghana Competitiveness Forum. The event was attended by Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency Mahamudu Bawumia; President and CEO of BCIU Mr. Peter Tichansky; senior members from the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: Trade
Honorable Ministers, BCIU CEO Peter Tichansky, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Good evening and greetings to our many honored guests from the Ghanaian government, the business community, and our the Embassy. I want to thank the Business Council for International Understanding for bringing us together this week. Since its creation in 1955 at the initiative of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Trade
On, October 23, 2017, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson delivered remarks at an event commemorating Ghana’s National Cybersecurity Week held at the Accra International Conference Center. The event, titled “Securing Ghana’s Digital Journey,” also featured remarks from the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwah Akufo-Addo; and the Minister of Communications, Honorable ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News | Tags: Cybersecurity
Your Excellency President Nana Addo Dankwah Akufo-Addo, Honorable Minister of Communications Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, Colleagues from the Diplomatic Corps and the U.S. Mission, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning. I’m delighted to see so many friends, business leaders, and members of the Government of Ghana here today. Thank you to the Minister of Communications for inviting ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Cybersecurity, Donald J. Trump
The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that due to security concerns, U.S. Embassy personnel have been instructed to avoid the Kente Festival, scheduled for Saturday, October 21 in the Volta Region. U.S. citizens are encouraged to do the same. Review your personal security plans, remain aware of your surroundings, including local events, and monitor local ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 October, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Tamale, GHANA—Recognized as the largest annual gathering of farmers, buyers, manufacturers, government officials, development partners and financial institutions, the Seventh Annual Pre-Harvest Agribusiness event draws private sector investment and encourages the sustainable growth of agribusinesses in Ghana. On October 19, 2017, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) through the U.S. Government’s Feed the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Press Release
On Tuesday, October 17, 2017, the U.S. Embassy hosted 70 young leaders ages 18-35 from across Ghana and Nigeria. Each had recently completed an intensive 5-week leadership training at the YALI Regional Leadership Center (RLC) in Accra. They were welcomed by U.S. Ambassador Robert P. Jackson and USAID-West Africa Mission Director Alexandre Deprez. Other speakers ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, USAID | Tags: YALI, Youth Development
Due to a technical issue, the registration period for the U.S. government’s Diversity Visa Lottery 2019 program is being restarted. All entries made prior to October 18, 2017, will need to be resubmitted for the entrant to be considered. This is a global issue. Any entries submitted before Wednesday, October 18, 2017, will not be considered, and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 18 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Visas | Tags: Press Release
On October 13, 2017, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson lauded “the enormous and indisputable benefits of cultural exchanges” during the AFS Global Citizenship Education Dinner held at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra. The event celebrated 50 years of exchanges facilitated by AFS-Ghana. “Thanks to you, countless young people have dared to dream of visiting a ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News | Tags: AFS Programs, YES Program, Youth Development
Honorable Minister of State for Tertiary Education Kwesi Yankah, President of AFS International, Daniel Obst, Chair of the AFS Board of Trustees, Vishakha Desai, AFS-Ghana Board Chair, Reverend Alan Okomeng-Mensah, AFS Partners from around the world, Colleagues, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Good evening. It is my pleasure to join you here tonight to celebrate 50 ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: AFS Programs, YES Program
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has consolidated its overseas operations into several regional offices that provide a full range of SSA services for U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States. Effective October 1, 2017, individuals residing in Ghana who require social security services or have questions about SSA benefits must contact the SSA Federal Benefits ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 October, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
On September 21, 2017, U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer Roberto Quiroz II attended the Young African Leaders and Entrepreneurs Summit (YALES) organized by Mr. Prince Busia Opoku, Executive Director of the Institute of Applied Human Excellence of Ghana (I.A.H.E Ghana) and members of the organization. The event welcomed over 250 youth and was sponsored by the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 September, 2017 | Topics: News | Tags: Good Governance, YALI, Youth Development
Mr. Prince Busia Opoku, Executive Director of the Institute of Applied Human Excellence of Ghana; Dr. Bruce H. Jackson, whose assistance with free leadership programs for everyone who wishes to effectively manage his/her assets and liabilities make a real difference in building new leaders for this region; The C. Charles Jackson Foundation, whose generous support ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 September, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Barack Obama, Good Governance, Transparency, YALI, Youth Development
From September 15 through 16, U.S. Embassy Public Affairs Officer Roberto Quiroz II, Cultural Affairs Specialist Sophia A. Bosompem, and Alumni Coordinator Rukmini Essel traveled to the Volta Region to promote education, entrepreneurship, and the empowerment of youth, women and girls, and to encourage their contributions and efforts to advance development in their communities. See
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Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 September, 2017 | Topics: Education, News | Tags: YALI, Youth Development
The U.S. Embassy has received reports of a planned demonstration in Accra on Monday, September 18, 2017, from 07:30 am to 12:00 noon. The demonstration, expected to consist of several hundred people, will reportedly begin at Kwame Nkrumah Circle and end at the Arts Center, but could impact other nearby areas including Cantonments. The U.S. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Security Alert
On September 6, the U.S. Embassy in Accra welcomed five Ghanaian senior high school students — three young women and two young men — following their three-week visit to the United States under the Pan-Africa Youth Leadership Program (PAYLP). The students, who were accompanied by their parents, included Emmanuel Symonds Essiamah from Mfanstpim Senior High ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 7 September, 2017 | Topics: News | Tags: Education
The Honorable Minister for Tourism, Culture and the Creative Arts, Mrs. Catherine Afeku, CEO of the Food and Drug Authority, Mrs Delese Mimi Darko, Executive Director of the Ghana Standards Authority, Professor Alex Dodoo, Colleagues, Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, Good evening and welcome to this year’s USA Poultry and Egg Export Council – or USAPEEC ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 August, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: USAPEEC
On August 30, 2017, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson delivered remarks at the launch of Ghana’s Excise Tax Stamp Policy, held in Accra. The event was attended by Senior Minister Yaw Osafo Marfo, the Honorable Minister of Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, the Honorable Deputy Minister of Finance Kwaku Kwarteng, Ministry of Finance Director Tony Dzadra, Commissioner General ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Trade | Tags: Trade
Senior Minister Yaw Osafo Marfo, The Honorable Minister of Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, The Honorable Deputy Minister of Finance Kwaku Kwarteng, Ministry of Finance Director Tony Dzadra, Commissioner General of the Ghana Revenue Authority Emmanual Kofi Nti, Members of the media, Colleagues, Distinguished ladies and gentlemen, Good morning and thanks for your welcome. It is ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Trade
Professor P. Ebow Bondzi-Simpson, Rector of GIMPA, Mrs. Shola Safo-Duodu, the Accra RLC Director, Members of the RLC Governing Council, Partners of the Accra YALI Regional Leadership Center, Our 2017 YALI West Africa Graduates, Members of the media, Colleagues, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, It is my honor to welcome you to the closing ceremony for ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches, USAID | Tags: Barack Obama, YALI
On August 30, 2017, Ambassador Robert P. Jackson congratulated 120 young West African leaders at the closing ceremony of Cohort 7 of the YALI Regional Leadership Center (RLC) hosted by the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) in Accra. The participants were selected from Ghana, The Gambia, Liberia, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: YALI
Accra, GHANA—On August 24, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through the U.S. government’s Feed the Future Initiative, launched the National Seed Trade Association of Ghana (NASTAG), in collaboration with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture and other development partners. NASTAG is a partnership between producers, traders, government institutions and processors in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 August, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: NASTAG
Honorable Ministers and Members of Parliament, Your Excellencies and Dear Colleagues from the Diplomatic Corps, Chairperson of the Electoral Commission Charlotte Osei, Traditional and Religious Leaders, Representatives of the Media, Colleagues, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Good evening. Babs and I are delighted to welcome all of you here tonight to recognize an extraordinary woman who ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, USAID | Tags: Good Governance
Accra, GHANA—U.S. Ambassador Robert P. Jackson presented Electoral Commission Chair Charlotte Osei with the U.S. Embassy’s Women of Courage Award on August 22, in honor of her work in managing the administration of a transparent and credible election in 2016, as well as her efforts to boost inclusion and civic engagement. Ambassador Jackson and Ms. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Good Governance, Press Release
The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that, due to credible reports of growing crime rates, U.S. Embassy personnel have been instructed to avoid the following precincts of Accra: Avenor Sowutuom Sukura Agbobloshie Ashaiman (located in the Tema Region) Nima *(see below) *Except when traveling via the main highway past Nima. U.S. citizens are encouraged to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 24 August, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Security Alert
Kumasi, GHANA—On Monday, U.S. Ambassador Robert P. Jackson, Otumfuo Adontehene, Minister of Business Development Hon. Ibrahim Awal Mohammed, and Ashanti Regional Minister Honorable Simon Osei-Mensah launched a commercial groundnut processing facility at the Kumasi factory of Project Peanut Butter, an NGO devoted to combatting undernutrition by producing effective ready-to-use therapeutic foods. The groundnut processing facility ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Trade, USAID | Tags: Press Release, Trade
The U.S. Embassy has received reports of several hundred people demonstrating around the Togo Embassy, in the vicinity of the Togo Circle. The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid the neighborhood until normal traffic patterns are restored. U.S. Embassy personnel have been instructed to avoid this area. Demonstrations, even peaceful ones, can escalate quickly ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 August, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Accra, Ghana – On Monday, August 14th, Dignity DTRT Limited in collaboration with USAID launched the Ghana Apparel Manufacturing Expansion project under the Global Development Alliance (GAME-GDA) in Accra, Ghana. GAME-GDA is a cooperative agreement between USAID and Dignity DTRT Limited that will provide training for 1,337 people and create 1,187 new apparel-making jobs. Around ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 August, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Trade, USAID | Tags: AGOA
Yendi, GHANA— On July 25, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Ministry of Education partnered with the Young Educators Foundation to host Ghana’s first-ever spelling bee in Dagbani—a language widely spoken in the Northern Region. This event brought together the Yendi Municipal Chief Executive, the Municipal Director of Education, the representative ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 10 August, 2017 | Topics: Education, News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Education, Spelling Bee
Accra, GHANA— The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the Ministry of Energy hosted a workshop to discuss increasing electricity access in Ghana on August 8-10, 2017. The event brought together senior officials from the Ghana Government, the private sector and development partners under the theme: “Shifting Ghana onto a Path of Clean and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Energy
Good afternoon. As a former teacher, I can’t tell you how delighted I am to be here today to launch the USAID Innovating Activity. USAID’s purpose is to support the Ministry of Education in harnessing the power of parents, family and communities to improve reading for all children in Ghana. One of our ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 August, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Speeches, USAID | Tags: Literacy, Reading
The U.S. Embassy has received reports of violence in the Avenor neighborhood of Accra. As a result, the Ghana Police Service maintains a heavy presence and has diverted traffic in the vicinity of the neighborhood. The U.S. Embassy urges U.S. citizens to avoid the neighborhood until normal traffic patterns are restored. U.S. Embassy personnel have ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 August, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Accra, GHANA – Staff of the U.S. Embassy, through a small grant from the J. Kirby Simon Foreign Service Trust, are supporting the development and promotion of America’s national pastime in Ghana with a presentation of equipment to the Ghana Baseball and Softball Association. The 20-piece equipment donation of bats, balls and gloves will be used ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 July, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Press Releases | Tags: Sports
Honorable Minister of Trade and Industry Alan Kyerematen, Honorable Deputy Ministers, Heads of Private Sector Associations, Media representatives, Colleagues, Distinguished guests: Good morning. I am pleased to be here today with business leaders who are working to forge connections and strengthen commercial ties between the United States and Ghana, and beyond. Thank you to the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches, Trade | Tags: AGOA, Trade
U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Robert P. Jackson joined officials from the Ministry of Trade and Industry at a validation workshop on Ghana’s African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Strategy. The meeting brought producers, processors and exporters together with customs and government officials to discuss the implementation of Ghana’s AGOA Strategy, which aims to helps Ghanaian ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: AGOA, Trade
Good morning. My wife, Babs, and I welcome you to the Tenth Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Award Ceremony and Breakfast. For a decade now, we have gathered annually to recognize a Ghanaian citizen who personifies Dr. King’s philosophy and actions. Someone whose life’s work has contributed greatly to society — here in Ghana, or ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 July, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Good Governance, Integrity
The U.S. Embassy has received reports that the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of Ghana Police Service issued an advisory on July 11, 2017, alerting citizens and the media to an emerging crime trend wherein criminals are ambushing people as they enter and exit their residences. The CID advisory is available at the Ghana Police Service ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 July, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Honorable Minister of Finance Ken Ofori-Atta, Honorable Ministers and Deputy Ministers of State, Honorable Members of the Council of State and of Parliament, Your Excellencies and Dear Colleagues from the Diplomatic Corps, Traditional and Religious Leaders, Members of the Press, Dear Mission Colleagues, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Akwaaba! Babs and I, along with my deputy, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Press Releases, Speeches | Tags: Press Release
Good morning. I am delighted to be here with so many business leaders, who are doing so much to strengthen commercial ties between America and Ghana. Thank you to the Ministry of Trade and Industry for being a staunch partner in the quest to facilitate trade between our countries and to make Ghana more competitive ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Issues, Speeches, Trade, USAID
Government urged to fully fund and implement action plan to protect Ghanaians Washington, D.C./Accra, GHANA – On June 27, U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson released the 2017 Trafficking in Persons Report, under the theme “Enhancing Criminal Accountability and Addressing Challenges in Prosecution Efforts.” The 2017 TIP Report includes narratives for 187 countries and territories, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 27 June, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Human Rights, Press Releases, Trafficking in Persons | Tags: Human Rights, Rex Tillerson, TIP
Under U.S. law, travelers seeking a nonimmigrant visa for travel to the United States must generally appear in person for an interview with a consular officer. U.S. law also designates limited exceptions under which the visa interview may be waived, such as for diplomats and officials traveling on official government business. However, under U.S. law, ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 June, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Press Releases, Visas
Honorable Kofi Adda, Minister of Water and Sanitation Resources,; Honorable Mohammed Nii Adjei Sowah, Mayor of Accra, Mirielle Hitti, CEO of Duraplast Ghana Limited, Alberto Wilde, USAID WASH for Health Project Chief of Party, Ni ma, Na ma, Nananom, Traditional Chiefs and Elders, Other Government of Ghana officials, Colleagues, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen Good morning. ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 22 June, 2017 | Topics: News, Speeches, USAID
Good morning. I am pleased to welcome everyone to the West Africa Regional Training Center and to this course on Adjudicating Trafficking in Persons Cases. This training is made possible through the U.S.-Ghana Child Protection Compact and the State Department’s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement. Last week I, along with Alex Billings from ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Human Rights, Speeches, Trafficking in Persons | Tags: TIP
The U.S. Embassy in Ghana has not refused to pay any electricity bills. We have been asking for official bills for embassy-managed facilities for more than two years so we can issue correct payments. The embassy has set aside funds for electricity, and we will continue to work with the ECG to get correct bills ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases | Tags: Press Release
Good morning and greetings to the many honored guests who have joined us. Since my arrival in Ghana more than a year ago, I’ve been pleased to witness the progress that has been made at this facility — I feel a bit like a proud parent today. The opening of the newly renovated Greater Accra ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Health Issues, Speeches | Tags: Health
Honorable Minister of Health Honorable Eastern Regional Minister, Honorable Municipal Chief Executive, And our many other distinguished guests, especially our homestay parents: In February, my wife, Babs, and I had the pleasure of hosting a welcome reception at our residence for this group of health trainees. It was just one day after they arrived in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 20 April, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches
The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens about the growing risk of violence in the Agbogbloshie precinct in Accra. Fighting recently erupted between two rival ethnic groups, the Konkomba and Dagomba. The Ghana Police Service has increased its presence in the precinct to prevent escalation of violence and to clear the precinct of unregistered firearms and ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 13 April, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) updated its Zika travel guidance on March 10, 2017, recommending that pregnant women not travel to any area where there is a risk of Zika virus infection. For a world map of the Zika affected areas, please visit CDC’s
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Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 23 March, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Embassy in Accra is aware of reports that a group calling themselves “Concerned Members of Banda Ahenkro” has vowed to violently evict all workers who are not natives of Banda Ahenkro from the Brong Ahafo region. The Embassy is also aware of reports that the group has warned all foreigners working in the ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 March, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Just voted in November? Still traveling or living overseas? You should register and request your absentee ballot to vote again in 2017 to ensure your election office knows where to send your ballot for any upcoming special elections for federal office. Some states are also holding gubernatorial or other statewide elections this year. The Federal Voting Assistance ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 February, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Embassy in Accra has received reports that unrest is continuing in the town of Bimbila in the latest chieftaincy clashes. Approximately 10 people have been killed and over a dozen arrested. It is reported that most NGOs, schools, and businesses have closed down until the violence abates. The Embassy is monitoring the situation ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 February, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Ambassador Baah-Duodu, Distinguished Guests, Faculty and Staff, Students, Colleagues, I’m honored to be here at the Legon Center for International Affairs and Diplomacy today. Being here reminds me of my own career trajectory. Before I became a diplomat, I taught English and American Civilization at a French university. Being back in a respected academic ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 February, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Former U.S. Government Leaders, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Barack Obama, Donald J. Trump, LECIAD
Volta Region, GHANA – U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Ghana Mission Director Andrew Karas traveled to the Volta Region January 24-27 to visit USAID projects working to increase access to quality healthcare and education. During the trip, Mr. Karas met with a number of USAID partners and reiterated the U.S. government’s support for promoting ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 6 February, 2017 | Topics: Education, Health Issues, Press Releases, USAID | Tags: Education, Health
Dear spellers, good morning! I bring you greetings from the American Embassy and I am delighted to join my colleagues to support this wonderful event. We have some good connection to your event and to the Spelling Bee tradition. I note that our Embassy’s Cultural Attaché, Sarah Shabbir, was a Spelling Bee regional state ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 3 February, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Speeches | Tags: Spelling Bee
Your Excellency Vice President Bawumia, Your Eminence Archbishop Duncan-Williams, Dear Colleagues, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen, Good afternoon. Thank you to Action Chapel International for organizing today’s event and for your decades of service lifting up Ghana’s most vulnerable. By throwing your influence behind the all-important goal of enhancing transparency and integrity, you are working ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 31 January, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Good Governance, Integrity, Transparency
Volta, GHANA – Andrew Karas, mission director of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Ghana, visited the Volta Region from January 24-27, where he met with stakeholders impacted by trafficking in persons. These stakeholders included police officers, regional social welfare officers, district development officials, social workers, immigration officials, and former victims of child ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 30 January, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, Trafficking in Persons, USAID | Tags: USAID
Peaceful Election and Transition in Ghana Statement By Mark Toner, Deputy Spokesperson The United States congratulates the people of Ghana on the successful conclusion of the December 7 general election. We also congratulate President-elect Nana Akufo-Addo. The peaceful and inclusive nature of the election is a testament to Ghana’s citizens and its vibrant democracy. We ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 11 December, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases
We congratulate the people of Ghana for their participation in yesterday’s peaceful and orderly presidential and parliamentary elections. We encourage all parties to support the Electoral Commission as it concludes the critical work of tabulating votes, and to wait patiently and peacefully for the official results. The United States looks forward to continuing our close ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 December, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The Embassy has received reports of marches and rallies related to the December 7 elections. These demonstrations are likely to take place on December 8 and may impact the following areas of Accra: Nima, Adabraka, Cantonments, Labadi, Labone, and Ridge, including the vicinity of the U.S. Embassy and British High Commission. In view of these ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 8 December, 2016 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Security Alert
Accra, GHANA – We commend the presidential candidates and political parties of Ghana for coming together today to sign the Accra Declaration committing themselves to peaceful elections and the judicial resolution of election disputes. This demonstration of goodwill and shared commitment to peace further solidifies Ghana’s reputation as a thriving democracy. The U.S. government remains ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 1 December, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that on Wednesday, December 7, 2016, Ghana will hold its presidential and parliamentary elections. While the Embassy has no information regarding planned protests, it should be noted that social disruptions or protests could occur with little or no warning throughout Ghana. Exercise caution during the election process, particularly around ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 25 November, 2016 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Security Alert
The United States condemns all political violence in Ghana, especially any violent acts directed at political candidates, their homes or families. While campaigns can be vigorous and sometimes contentious, violence has no place in the electoral process. In the period leading to and following Ghana’s elections on December 7, we call on all actors to ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 14 November, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases
Honorable Minister, Dear partners, Members of the media, Colleagues, Other distinguished guests, Thank you for the opportunity to join you here this morning. Today I want to speak with you about people — Millions of people around the world — More than 100,000 people in Ghana — Men, women and children — All living in ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Human trafficking, John Kerry
Honorable Minister of Employment and Labor Relations, Honorable Ministers and Deputy Ministers of State, Your Excellencies, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, Traditional and Religious Leaders, Members of the Press, And all our other distinguished guests, Mema moadwo and akwaaba. Babs, Melinda and I, as well as all of our colleagues, warmly welcome you to our ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches
National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu Honorable Ministers of State; Your Excellencies, Members of the Diplomatic Corps; Members of the Clergy; Colleagues from the U.S. Embassy; Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen. Good evening, everyone. Assalaam alaykum. May peace be upon you. Babs and I are happy to welcome you here this evening in observance of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 4 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Speeches | Tags: Iftar
Yes, we have a brand new website! Have a look around! The new-look website has seven sections representing broad topics that may be of interest to you. The sections are broken down further into sub-categories to assist you in finding specific information. The Seven Sections are:
Visas – For all your Visa needs and questions.
U.S. Citizen Services – ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 16 September, 2016 | Topics: News
The U.S. Embassy in Accra would like to alert the U.S. citizen community of recent reports of robberies, including armed robberies, in or around Accra. Review your personal security plans, remain aware of your surroundings, including local events, and monitor local news stations for updates. Be vigilant and take appropriate steps to enhance your personal ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 September, 2016 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Accra, GHANA – Robert P. Jackson, the U.S. Ambassador to Ghana, reiterated the U.S. commitment to support Ghana’s efforts to hold credible and nonviolent 2016 Presidential elections at an event today celebrating the launch of the Electoral Commission’s new communications strategy. This strategy, supported by the U.S. government through the United States Agency for International ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 26 August, 2016 | Topics: News, Press Releases, USAID
As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about relevant events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world.
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 21 August, 2016 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
Accra, GHANA – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the Ministry of Health, and the Ghana Health Service launched the refreshed “Good Life, Live it Well” campaign on July 28 at the National Theatre. The “Good Life, Live It Well” campaign will serve as the overarching Ghana Health Service brand and will promote ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 July, 2016 | Topics: Health Issues, USAID | Tags: Family Planning, Good Life, Malaria
Honorable Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Nana Oye Lithur, Government officials, Civil society partners, Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning. To begin, I would like to thank Right to Be Free for the invitation to speak this morning about this important topic. Freedom and justice. Those words are emblazoned on Ghana’s coat of ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 28 July, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches | Tags: Human Rights, TIP
Accra, Ghana – The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and the U.S. National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) today announced a five-year program, SERVIR West Africa. This program will promote the use of satellite imagery to help improve the West Africa region’s resilience; lessen negative impacts of climate change; ensure that land use ...
Read More» By U.S. Embassy in Ghana | 15 July, 2016 | Topics: Press Releases, USAID
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