The Government of Ghana has formally summoned Thando Dalamba, the Acting High Commissioner of South Africa, following a fresh wave of xenophobic incidents reportedly targeting foreign nationals. Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, raised alarm over what he described as increasing harassment and intimidation of migrants, including Ghanaians, in parts of South Africa. The concerns were fueled by widely circulated online videos showing confrontations i

A renewed sense of validation is emerging among Africans in the diaspora living in Ghana after a major international decision formally acknowledged the transatlantic slave trade as a crime of historic magnitude. The declaration, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in March 2026, describes the forced enslavement and displacement of Africans as one of the most severe violations in human history. Backed by a strong majority of member states, the resolution draws atten

The organisers of Miss Diaspora Ghana have officially launched the 2026 edition in Accra, introducing a renewed vision that places economic growth and diaspora engagement at the centre of the pageant. At the unveiling, the organisers made it clear that the initiative is no longer just about beauty and cultural display. Instead, it is being repositioned as a strategic platform to connect Ghanaians living abroad with opportunities to invest, collaborate, and contribute to natio

The Government of Ghana has announced plans to grant visa-free entry to all African nationals, marking a significant shift in its immigration policy aimed at strengthening regional integration. The policy, approved under President John Mahama, is scheduled to take effect on May 25, a date celebrated annually as Africa Day. Officials say the move is part of broader efforts to promote unity across the continent and ease cross-border movement. Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, S

Ghana has taken another step toward strengthening its economic relationship with Europe following a major business and cultural expo held in Zurich, Switzerland. The event brought together government officials, diaspora leaders, investors, and private sector players in a coordinated effort to expand cross-border partnerships and unlock new opportunities for growth. At the centre of the engagement was a high-level business-to-business session that focused on building a stronge

The Government of Ghana has granted citizenship to 155 members of the African diaspora during a ceremony held at the Accra International Conference Centre, marking another step in the country’s effort to strengthen ties with people of African descent worldwide. The new citizens, dressed in a combination of traditional and formal outfits, took the Oath of Allegiance before Circuit Court Judge Annette Sophia Essel. The ceremony was attended by government officials, diplomats an

The Government of Ghana is considering possible land evacuation options for its citizens residing in Qatar as security concerns continue to grow across the Middle East. In a statement released on March 8 from Doha, the Ghanaian Embassy in Qatar disclosed that it is assessing practical arrangements that could enable nationals who wish to leave the country to depart through land routes. The move forms part of contingency plans aimed at safeguarding Ghanaians living in the Gulf

Ghana is preparing to officially confer citizenship on a delegation of African diaspora women, highlighting the nation’s ongoing efforts to strengthen connections with Africans living abroad. The Diaspora Affairs Office hosted the delegation ahead of the ceremony, which is scheduled for next Monday. Officials said the event represents both a legal recognition and a cultural return to their ancestral roots. Kofi Okyere Darko, Director of Diaspora Affairs, described the visit a

As Ghana marked its 69th Independence Day on March 6, 2026, the country’s High Commissioner to Canada, Prof. Dora Francisca Edu-Buandoh, urged Ghanaians living abroad to actively contribute to their homeland’s progress while excelling in their professional roles in Canada. During the Independence Day celebrations, Prof. Edu-Buandoh reflected on the historic significance of 1957, honouring Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah and the leadership that secured Ghana’s freedom. She framed t