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 …
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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: …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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; …
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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» 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 …
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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» 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 …
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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» 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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. …
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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 …
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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 …
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Remarks by Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan World AIDS Day December 1, 2021, 10:00 a.m. Good Morning! I’m pleased to be here with you today to share this commemoration of World AIDS Day in La Dade-Kotopon. I’m especially glad to share the spotlight with all of you, including to have virtual appearance from his Excellency, President Nana …
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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 …
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The United States has now donated 4.2 million doses to Ghana since September Accra, Ghana – More than 1.7 million doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine arrived in Ghana today, bringing the total of U.S. donated vaccines to Ghana to more than 4.2 million doses since September. U.S. Ambassador Stephanie Sullivan was joined by Deputy …
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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» 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» 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 – …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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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» 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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» 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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» 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» 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» 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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» 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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» 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 …
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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» 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 …
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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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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» 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, …
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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; …
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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. …
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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 …
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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» 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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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; …
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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 …
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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 …
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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; …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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; …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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» 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, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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; …
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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, …
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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; …
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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, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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. …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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» 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, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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“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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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, …
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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 …
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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. …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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» Honorable Minister of Tourism, Distinguished ladies and gentlemen: I am excited to be here tonight addressing individuals with such diverse professional achievements and great cooking skills. I welcome all of you to this year’s USAPEEC Gala Dinner. Tonight we celebrate high-quality U.S. poultry products. More importantly, we declare the winner of the 2016 USAPEEC Polytechnics …
Read More» Ambassador’s Residence 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 …
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