Ghana has reiterated its commitment to deepening Pan-African cooperation with the Republic of Guinea, emphasizing a shared historical legacy and a forward-looking partnership that seeks to strengthen ties and address contemporary challenges.
Speaking on January 17 in Guinea after attending the swearing-in ceremony of Guinea’s President, Mamadi Doumbouya, Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, stressed the importance of revitalizing the Pan-African vision that once united Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, and Guinea’s first President, Ahmed Sékou Touré. The two leaders were among the foremost advocates for African unity in the 20th century.
In her address to the Ghanaian community in Guinea, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said that despite historical challenges, deliberate efforts are needed to bridge gaps and enhance cooperation for the benefit of both countries and the continent as a whole. She called for a renewed commitment to African unity and solidarity, asserting that closer bilateral relations would honour the legacy of the Pan-African pioneers while advancing regional integration and development.
Strengthening Bilateral Relations and Regional Goals
The Vice President highlighted that stronger engagement between Ghana and Guinea can contribute to broader regional stability and cooperation within Africa. She encouraged sustained dialogue and practical initiatives to foster economic, cultural, and political ties that reflect shared priorities.
Community Feedback on Ghana’s Governance
Osman Seidu Fisher, Secretary of the Ghanaian Community in Guinea, took the opportunity to applaud the current Ghanaian administration, led by President Mahama, for its handling of economic challenges, particularly efforts to stabilize the cedi against the US dollar. He noted that this economic stability has helped improve living conditions for Ghanaians at home and abroad.
Fisher also commended Vice President Opoku-Agyemang’s leadership and her role in supporting national progress over the past year, reflecting confidence among the diaspora in the government’s direction.
Looking Ahead
Ghana’s renewed focus on strengthening its partnership with Guinea is seen as part of a broader commitment to Pan-African ideals — promoting unity, mutual support, and collective development across the continent. Both nations, sharing historical bonds and contemporary aspirations, appear poised to explore new avenues of collaboration that honour the vision of Africa’s early leaders while addressing modern challenges.
Source: Africa Publicity
