In a demonstration of regional solidarity and humanitarian commitment, President John Dramani Mahama has provided critical engineering equipment and supplies to the Jamaican Defence Force to aid ongoing reconstruction efforts in the aftermath of Hurricane Melissa.
The presentation was made on behalf of President Mahama to Jamaica’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Kamina Johnson Smith, during a visit by a Ghanaian delegation led by Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
According to a statement by the Ghana Armed Forces on Monday, January 26, the delegation’s visit offered a first-hand look at reconstruction operations, allowing officials to monitor progress, assess troop welfare, and receive updates on ongoing humanitarian activities.
During the visit, the Ghanaian team toured multiple project sites where their engineering personnel are actively engaged in rebuilding and rehabilitating homes for communities devastated by the hurricane.
These initiatives form part of a wider humanitarian drive aimed at restoring livelihoods and infrastructure in affected areas.
Both Foreign Ministers lauded the Ghanaian and Jamaican teams for their unwavering dedication and professionalism. They highlighted the collaborative efforts between Ghana, Jamaica, and Guyana as a strong reflection of regional cooperation and a shared commitment to humanitarian assistance.
Colonel Emmanuel Asia, Commander of the Ghana Engineering Reconstruction Team, briefed the delegation on progress, ongoing challenges, and plans for the next phase of the reconstruction exercise.
The Ghanaian delegation also featured Deputy Minister for Defence Ernest Brogya Genfi, Chief of the Army Staff Major General Lawrence Kwaku Gbetanu, and Ghana’s Special Envoy to the Caribbean Region, Kwasi Kyei Darkwah.
Their presence underscored Ghana’s strategic support for disaster recovery and commitment to fostering strong bilateral and regional ties.
