Ghana and Grenada Sign Groundbreaking Agreement to Recruit Ghanaian Nurses

A new era of healthcare collaboration has begun as Ghana and Grenada officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focused on the recruitment of Ghanaian nurses to serve in the Caribbean nation’s healthcare system.

The historic agreement, titled “Recruitment of Ghanaian Nurses for the State of Grenada,” was signed on October 17 at the Jubilee House in Accra, during the official state visit of Prime Minister Dickon Amiss Thomas Mitchell of Grenada.

The MoU was signed by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and Grenada’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Export Development, Joseph Andall, and witnessed by President John Dramani Mahama and Prime Minister Mitchell.

A Strategic Partnership for Healthcare Excellence

This agreement opens doors for Ghanaian healthcare professionals, particularly nurses and allied health workers, to take up structured employment opportunities in Grenada. The initiative aims to strengthen Grenada’s health sector while also creating professional pathways for skilled Ghanaian workers.

President Mahama highlighted Ghana’s commitment to ensuring the success of the agreement, describing it as a mutually beneficial partnership grounded in a long history of international cooperation.

“Ghana is committed to the implementation of this accord,” he said. “Grenada’s interest in recruiting Ghanaian health professionals presents a valuable opportunity for structured collaboration.”

Shared History, Shared Future

Beyond healthcare, the state visit served as a platform to reinforce the historic and cultural bonds between Africa and the Caribbean. President Mahama used the occasion to call for support in Ghana’s upcoming UN motion seeking global recognition of slavery as one of the greatest crimes against humanity.

“Ghana intends to file a motion at the United Nations next year,” he said. “I know I can count on your support, and the support of our colleagues in the Caribbean and African Union.”

Prime Minister Mitchell affirmed Grenada’s solidarity, describing the motion as a shared responsibility rooted in a common history. He further advocated for reparations for the transatlantic slave trade, calling it “perhaps the most human crime that has been committed against humanity.”

Improving Africa-Caribbean Connectivity

A major focus of the discussions was the lack of direct air connectivity between Africa and the Caribbean, which both leaders described as a strategic barrier to deeper cooperation.

President Mahama emphasized the need for direct air links, noting that efforts are already underway with Ethiopian Airlines to establish non-stop flights between the regions. This move could significantly boost trade, tourism, education, and cultural exchange.

Bilateral Success Stories and Future Plans

Prime Minister Mitchell also took the opportunity to highlight the positive impacts of previous Ghana-Grenada collaborations, notably praising Sister Margaret, a Ghanaian who has led Grenada’s New Life Organisation (NEWLO) for 15 years.

“Her work is testimony to what bilateral relations can do,” he said. “She has changed the lives of many young men and women in Grenada.”

Expanding Cooperation Across Sectors

The visit also marked the first Ghana-Grenada Political Consultation Meeting, which followed several agreements signed in 2024 on visa waivers and collaboration in culture, trade, and education.

Key areas of discussion included:

• Health cooperation

• Education and skills development

• Tourism and culture

• Climate change and disaster preparedness

• Multilateral diplomacy

Foreign Minister Ablakwa expressed enthusiasm about Grenada’s interest in recruiting Ghanaian professionals and outlined ongoing efforts to address challenges faced by Ghanaian students studying in Grenada.

He also emphasized the need for stronger academic ties, with potential cooperation in medical sciences, vocational training, e-learning, and academic exchanges between institutions in both countries.

Conclusion

The new agreement between Ghana and Grenada is more than just a nurse recruitment initiative—it represents a model of international cooperation built on shared values, mutual respect, and a common vision for progress.

As both countries work to implement this partnership, it sets a powerful example of how nations can come together to solve real-world challenges and build bridges across continents.

Stay tuned for more updates on Ghana’s growing international partnerships and opportunities for professionals abroad.