In a move to foster bilateral relations and deepen cooperation between Ghana and Angola, the Angolan Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. João Domingos Baptista Quiosa, paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Local Government, Decentralisation, and Rural Development, Hon. Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah, on the 15th August, 2024 at his office in Accra.
At the meeting, Ambassador Quiosa conveyed the intentions of the Angolan Minister for Territory Administration and State Reforms; extending an invitation for both countries to pay official reciprocal bilateral visits among the two countries. The purpose of the visit is for the two countries to learn firsthand from each other exemplary decentralisation processes, particularly Ghana’s track record on decentralisation which has been hailed as a success story across the continent.
The Angolan delegation seeks to gain insights into the mechanisms, policies, and strategies that have underpinned Ghana’s decentralisation achievements. Ambassador Quiosa emphasized that Angola is keen to replicate Ghana’s successes as it undertakes reforms aimed at enhancing local governance and state administration in their own country.
Hon. Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah expressed Ghana’s readiness to share its experiences and best practices with Angola. He welcomed the initiative, noting that such exchanges are vital for mutual growth and the strengthening of African solidarity. The Minister also highlighted the importance of collaboration between the two nations in achieving shared goals, particularly in the area of decentralisation, which plays a crucial role in national development.
The upcoming visit will not only focus on knowledge exchange but also explore potential areas for further collaboration between Ghana and Angola. Both parties expressed optimism that the visit will lead to a stronger partnership and contribute to the broader agenda of advancing good governance and development across Africa.
The courtesy call marks a significant step in enhancing diplomatic ties between Ghana and Angola, setting the stage for a future visit that promises to be fruitful for both countries.
Source: DARLING MAAME EFUA CANN
(PUBLIC RELATIONS UNIT, MLGDRD)