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Okudzeto Ablakwa embarks on visit to key institutions under ministry of Foreign Affairs

As part of ongoing efforts to enhance operational efficiency and improve service delivery within the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the minister undertook series of working visits to key institutions under the Ministry’s mandate.

The visits included the Tema Passport Office, the Africa Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), the Foreign Service Institute (FSI), and the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC).

At each location, the Minister interacted directly with management and staff, taking time to listen to their concerns, understand operational challenges, and witness firsthand the conditions under which they work.

These engagements provided a valuable opportunity for open dialogue, where staff shared insights on improving service delivery, institutional performance, and client satisfaction.

The Minister emphasized the Ministry’s commitment to building a motivated, well-resourced, and professional workforce capable of delivering high-quality services both at home and abroad.

The visits also reflect the ministry’s broader goal of promoting a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement across all departments and agencies.

Staff expressed their appreciation for the minister’s presence and commended the initiative as a demonstration of leadership that listens and leads by example.

They reaffirmed their commitment to upholding the core values of the Ministry and to working diligently to ensure that the standards of public service — particularly in diplomacy, international cooperation, and consular services — consistently exceed expectations.

These visits underscore the Ministry’s ongoing dedication to strengthening institutions, investing in its people, and delivering on its mandate with integrity and professionalism.

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Strengthening Diplomatic Ties: US Ambassador meets Interior Minister

Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak received the Ambassador Virginia Palmer, US Ambassador to Ghana in his office in Accra.

The meeting, focused on strengthening bilateral ties and discussing mutual interests and officially inform the Minister of the end of her duty tour in Ghana.

Muntaka Mubarak outlined key areas of interest of the Ministry, and explored opportunities for continued collaboration.

The Minister also commended Amb. Palmer for her contributions to the Interior Ministry and its agencies, highlighting the progress made in U.S.-Ghana relations.

Amb. Virginia Palmer thanked the Minister for his support during her tenure in Ghana and assured him of the continuous support of the US government not just to the Interior Ministry but Ghana as a whole.

The discussions underscored the strong partnership between the Ghana and US with both sides expressing commitment to strengthening ties in areas of mutual benefit.

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Ministry of Health commends partners for supporting MahamaCares

The Ministry of Health has expressed its profound appreciation to Telecel Ghana, Alive Industries, East Cantonment Pharmacy, and KMI Energies for their generous contributions to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (MahamaCares), an initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to individuals living with chronic diseases across the country.

Telecel Ghana has pledged to support the initiative by equipping three (3) healthcare centers with HPV testing kits, digital colposcopes, and biopsy instruments.

The donation, which will also cover operational costs for these facilities over two years, is expected to enable the screening of at least 5,000 women in the first year, offering free diagnostic services to underserved communities.

Additionally, Alive Industries has donated ₵500,000.00, East Cantonment Pharmacy has contributed ₵50,000.00, and KMI Energies has supported the initiative with ₵5,000.00.

These contributions are expected to significantly strengthen the MahamaCares initiative and help expand its reach and impact nationwide.

The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, praised the efforts of the contributing organizations and emphasized the importance of public-private partnerships in improving national health outcomes.