On a bright Sunday morning, January 25th, 2026, the spirit of unity and resilience was on full display as a Ghanaian delegation arrived in Kingston, Jamaica.
Led by Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the team carried a special mission from President John Dramani Mahama: to present engineering equipment and vital supplies to the Jamaican Defence Force. This gift was a symbol of Ghana’s steadfast support for Jamaica’s ongoing recovery and reconstruction in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.
The official handover took place in the presence of Jamaica’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kamina Johnson Smith, who warmly received the items on behalf of her country. The visit was more than a ceremonial gesture; it provided an opportunity for the Ghanaian delegation to assess the reconstruction efforts firsthand, learn about the progress being made, and check on the welfare of Ghanaian troops serving in the multinational humanitarian mission.
Accompanied by Deputy Minister for Defence Ernest Brogya Genfi, Chief of the Army Staff Major General Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu, and Ghana’s Special Envoy to the Caribbean Region, Kwasi Kyei Darkwah, the delegation toured project sites where Ghanaian engineers were hard at work. Amidst the sounds of hammers and the bustle of construction, homes were being rebuilt, and hope was being restored for families who had lost so much to the disaster.
Colonel Emmanuel Asia, Commander of the Ghana Engineering Reconstruction Team, provided a detailed briefing on the progress made, the hurdles faced, and the plans for the phases ahead. Both Ghanaian and Jamaican Foreign Ministers praised the teams for their dedication and professionalism. They noted how the collaboration between Ghana, Jamaica, and Guyana reflected not only strong regional solidarity but also a shared commitment to humanitarian assistance.
The story of this partnership is one of compassion and shared resolve, a testament to how nations, united by friendship and a sense of duty, can help rebuild lives and strengthen communities in times of need.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
