Ghana has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Grenada to support the recruitment of qualified Ghanaian nurses to serve in the Caribbean nation.
The MoU was signed during an official luncheon held at the Presidency in Accra, hosted by President John Dramani Mahama to honour the visiting Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Amiss Thomas Mitchell.
Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and Grenada’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Export Development, Mr. Joseph Andall, executed the agreement on behalf of their respective governments.
President Mahama hailed the initiative as a meaningful opportunity for cooperation, noting that Grenada’s interest in Ghanaian nurses and allied health professionals reflects confidence in Ghana’s health training systems and opens new avenues for partnership.
“Ghanaian health workers have gained international recognition for their professionalism and compassion, and we are keen to explore arrangements that address both our national needs and Grenada’s health priorities,” He mentioned.
According to President Mahama, the maiden session of the Ghana–Grenada Political Consultations is expected to produce meaningful results that will strengthen bilateral engagements across political, economic, and cultural dimensions.
He highlighted that Ghana’s relationship with Grenada serves as a strong demonstration of South–South cooperation in action.
Recounting his earlier meeting with Prime Minister Mitchell, the President noted that both leaders had agreed to explore new areas of collaboration, particularly those that build on each country’s unique strengths for the benefit of their peoples.
President Mahama pointed out that education offers a rich avenue for collaboration between Ghana and Grenada — from teacher exchanges and student mobility programmes to shared research projects that drive innovation.
He further stressed the potential for partnership in agriculture, particularly in advancing climate-smart farming techniques, ensuring food security, and building stronger agribusiness networks.
On renewable energy, he said both countries could jointly champion clean and affordable energy solutions that support their long-term sustainability goals.
Addressing the importance of heritage and diaspora tourism, President Mahama proposed that Ghana and Grenada develop joint initiatives to strengthen cultural linkages, celebrate shared heritage, and foster economic growth through tourism.
Prime Minister Mitchell expressed satisfaction that his visit had reaffirmed the strong and enduring relationship between Ghana and Grenada.
He took the opportunity to acknowledge Sister Margaret Yemoah, a Ghanaian leading the New Life Organisation in Grenada, for her exemplary work in skills training and community development over the past decade and a half.
