Ghana Deploys Soldiers to Jamaica to Assist With Post-Hurricane Reconstruction Efforts
- The Government of Ghana has deployed Army engineers to Jamaica to support post-hurricane reconstruction efforts following a devastating storm
- President Mahama emphasised the importance of this humanitarian mission in strengthening ties between Ghana and Jamaica
- The US Embassy in Accra expressed its support, providing airlift assistance to ensure the success of the mission
The Government of Ghana has deployed Army engineers to Jamaica to assist the country with its post-hurricane reconstruction efforts.
Jamaica was recently hit by a devastating hurricane that caused the loss of lives and destruction of property.
Source: Facebook
Speaking at a farewell parade for the team at the Jubilee Lounge of Kotoka International Airport on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, President John Mahama said the deployment of the Army engineers to Jamaica symbolises Ghana's strong relationship with the Caribbean nation and the international community.
President Mahama, who is the Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces, explained that the humanitarian mission will further strengthen bilateral ties between Ghana and Jamaica.
He consequently advised the team to serve with dignity and honour while raising the Ghanaian flag high in the Caribbean nation.
“Your actions will shape how Ghana is perceived abroad. We expect you to uphold professional excellence, show respect for local authorities and communities, exercise integrity and teamwork, protect one another, and return home safely.”
President Mahama also thanked the US Government for its assistance in airlifting the troops to Jamaica.
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US Embassy expresses delight in helping the Ghana Army
The US Embassy in Accra expressed its excitement in helping the Ghanaian government airlift its Army engineers to Jamaica.
It said the United States has already provided nearly $37 million to Jamaica in response to Hurricane Melissa
"We are honoured to provide airlift, a U.S. Air Force C-17, to support Ghana’s mission to deliver essential equipment, cargo, and personnel to Jamaica’s relief operations. The United States and Ghana have long worked together to advance peace, security, and prosperity across Africa and beyond," they wrote on Facebook.
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Reactions to deployment of soldiers to Jamaica
Ghanaians on social media have reacted to the deployment of soldiers to Jamaica.
YEN.com.gh compiled a few of the reactions below:
@Charles Baah said:
"We need our soldiers and the other Security Forces to help restore peace in Bawku. The resolution of the Bawku conflict should be swift and decisive. Our soldiers are capable of bringing peace and stability to the Bawku ethnic conflict. I am appealing to the NDC government to refrain from using our soldiers as Deus Ex Machina in other countries."
@Kamal-Deen Ali also said:
"Kudos, Sir, for raising our flag higher and higher."
@Kwesi Bill commented:
"Sir, you are working. But ur government has still not paid some of us who worked with EC last December."
Source: UGC
US exempts Ghana from new visa restrictions
YEN.com.gh earlier reported that the United States had exempted Ghana from its latest visa restrictions.
This exemption comes as President Trump hints at expanding travel bans to 20 additional countries, including the Palestinian Authority.
Okudzeto Ablakwa said that the exemption reflects the strong and cordial relationship between Ghana and the US.
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