Ghana supports AU partnership targeting $200bn in African financing over next decade – Foreign Affairs Minister

Ghana and Tunisia have agreed to begin negotiations for a visa waiver agreement to simplify travel between the two nations. This announcement was made by Ghana's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, on Sunday, November 15, 2026, via a Facebook post following a bilateral meeting with his Tunisian counterpart, Ali Nafti. Ablakwa characterized the discussions as both meaningful and results-oriented, stating that the deal is part of efforts to bolster relations between Ghana and Tunisia.

He emphasized that the agreement underscores the growing international trust in the Ghanaian passport, as the government continues working to enhance its value, prestige, and security. Ablakwa also noted that Slovakia had shown interest in visa waiver arrangements with Ghana the week before, indicating additional discussions with other countries. The Foreign Affairs Minister revealed that Ghana anticipates signing extra visa waiver agreements before the conclusion of 2027.

Beyond travel facilitation, the two countries have pledged to re-establish their Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) to serve as a structured platform for dialogue and to deepen bilateral ties. The proposed areas of collaboration encompass education, tourism, sports, agribusiness, trade, and maritime affairs. Ablakwa further disclosed that both nations are open to establishing permanent diplomatic missions in their respective capitals as soon as feasible.

He expressed gratitude to Nafti for the visit and announced that he had received an invitation to reciprocate the visit to Tunisia.