Abla Dzifa Gomashie and Charge d’Affaires of US Embassy Ghana, Rolf Olson
Ghana’s Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts and Member of Parliament for Ketu South, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, joined dignitaries and guests in marking the 249th Independence Day of the United States at a commemorative event that underscored the deepening bonds of friendship, cooperation, and mutual respect between Ghana and the United States.
Representing the Government of Ghana, Gomashie conveyed warm felicitations on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana to President Donald Trump and the American people.
In a speech laced with goodwill and shared aspirations, she applauded the United States for its enduring commitment to liberty, democracy, and innovation—values that have anchored its global leadership for nearly two and a half centuries.
She paid tribute to the strong and evolving Ghana–US relationship, which she described as “rooted in mutual respect, shared democratic ideals, and robust economic collaboration.”
Dzifa Gomashie highlighted the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) as a cornerstone of this partnership, noting its significant contributions to Ghana’s export growth, particularly in the textile, agriculture, and value-added manufacturing sectors.
AGOA, she said, has empowered small and medium-sized Ghanaian enterprises to access global markets and contribute meaningfully to the country’s economic development.
In a poignant reflection, Gomashie quoted both President Trump and the late Ghanaian statesman Kofi Annan, reinforcing the importance of international cooperation and shared humanity in addressing global challenges.
She concluded her remarks with optimism about the future of Ghana–US relations, emphasising the importance of people-to-people connections and inclusive development.
The Charge d’Affaires of US Embassy Ghana, Rolf Olson, in turn, welcomed guests to the celebration and expressed appreciation to the sponsors and partners who supported the event.
Drawing historical parallels between the US and Ghana, both former colonies now thriving democracies, the speaker noted the symbolic convergence of the US Independence Day with Ghana’s Founders’ Day, both observed on July 4.
The address also referenced recent political transitions in both countries, where former presidents were re-elected after defeating sitting vice presidents, illustrating the dynamic and resilient nature of democratic governance.
Olson reaffirmed the strong partnership between the two nations in sectors including health, agriculture, education, security, and trade.
The speech praised ongoing bilateral initiatives that have improved lives and strengthened institutions on both sides, with AGOA again highlighted as a key driver of economic ties.
Both speakers concluded with a renewed commitment to deepening collaboration in areas of mutual interest, and to sustaining the long-standing friendship between Ghana and the United States.