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Ghana’s Ambassador to the U.S. mourns Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings
Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of former First Lady Nana Konadu Agyeman-Rawlings, describing her as a bold and visionary leader who made a lasting impact on Ghana’s political history.
In a tribute issued by the Embassy of Ghana in Washington D.C. on Thursday, October 23, 2025, the Ambassador recalled how Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings played a pivotal role in shaping his political journey.
He said he was “awakened far away in Iowa” by the heartbreaking news and had initially hoped it was untrue. Upon confirmation, he felt a profound sense of personal loss.
Mr. Smith recounted that Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings introduced him to active politics in the early 1990s and gave him the opportunity to serve in public life when he returned from the United Kingdom in 1994.
He expressed gratitude for her confidence in him and acknowledged her influence on his career and the lives of many others.
Reflecting on their past relationship, he noted that though they faced challenges over time, he chose to remember her for the significant impact she made on him, on the many women she inspired, and on Ghana’s democratic growth.
The Ambassador extended his condolences to the Rawlings family Dr. Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Yaa Asantewaa, Amina, and Kimathi reaffirming his hand of friendship and support during their moment of grief.
He described Mrs. Agyeman-Rawlings as a “bold, visionary, and courageous leader,” adding that her legacy as a champion of women’s empowerment and political reform will endure for generations.
“May her soul rest in perfect peace,” he concluded.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced that it will release the names of shortlisted applicants for its ongoing recruitment exercise by July 20, 2026.
In a statement issued on June 23, 2026, and signed by the Deputy Director-General for Management Services, Prof. Smile Dzisi, the Service said it is currently reviewing all applications received to ensure that applicants meet the eligibility requirements outlined in the recruitment advertisement.
According to the statement, the review of applications is expected to be completed by June 30, 2026.
It said the names of successful applicants who make it to the next stage of the recruitment process will be announced by July 20, after which the onboarding process at the regional and district levels will begin.
The GES explained that the onboarding exercise will run from July 20 to August 31, 2026.
The statement added that successful applicants are expected to assume duty on August 31, 2026.
Management of the Service thanked all applicants for their interest in serving the nation and expressed appreciation for their patience and understanding throughout the recruitment process.
The GES also wished all applicants well and encouraged them to contact its Public Relations Unit for further information.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Following the last edition held in 2022, the event returned as one of the leading professional platforms in Ghana dedicated to Spanish food and beverage products.
Organised with the support of ICEX Spain Trade and Investment, the Spanish Institute for Foreign Trade — Taste Spain Accra has been promoting Spanish gastronomy and strengthening commercial relations between Spain and Ghana for more than a decade.
This year’s edition brought together 8 Spanish companies travelling to Ghana to showcase a carefully selected range of Spanish food and beverage products and explore new business opportunities in the market.
In addition, 3 Ghanaian importers and distributors already working with Spanish brands participated in the event, presenting products currently available in Ghana.
While Spanish wines once again played an important role in the exhibition with Spain currently ranking as the third largest exporter of wine to Ghana this year’s edition also expanded to include a broader selection of Spanish food products and beverages, including sparkling wines, juices and gourmet specialities representative of Spain’s rich gastronomic tradition.
The event served as a meeting point for importers, distributors, retailers, hotels, restaurants, catering companies and other specialised professionals interested in discovering new Spanish products and strengthening commercial partnerships with Spanish producers.
Alongside the commercial exhibition, Taste Spain Accra 2026 featured tastings and networking activities designed to enhance the experience of attendees while reinforcing connections between Spanish producers and the Ghanaian market.
The event took place simultaneously with parallel editions organised the same week in Nairobi and Abidjan, reflecting the increasing interest of Spanish companies in exploring opportunities across emerging African markets.
Mr. Yann Emonet Ripoll, Head of the Economic and Commercial Office of Spain in Accra, highlighted not only the international importance of the Spanish wine sector, but also the growing recognition of Spanish gastronomy worldwide and the increasing interest in Spanish products within the Ghanaian market.
He also underlined the strong commercial relationship between Spain and Ghana, which has experienced significant growth in recent years.
Ghana currently maintains a trade balance with Spain, with exports exceeding €273 million, while Spanish exports reached €267 million in 2025, representing a 26% increase compared to the previous year.
The agri-food sector has been one of the fastest-growing areas of Spanish exports to Ghana, with exports increasing from €23.5 million in 2024 to €50.2 million in 2025.
The sector accounted for nearly 20% of total Spanish exports to Ghana last year, reflecting the growing demand for Spanish products among Ghanaian importers and consumers.
“We are very pleased to have brought Taste Spain Accra back to Ghana after the last edition in 2022. Over the years, the event has become an important platform for connecting Spanish producers with Ghanaian professionals and strengthening commercial ties between both markets.
While wine remains one of Spain’s flagship products internationally, we were especially excited to expand this year’s edition to include Spanish food products and beverages, offering a broader showcase of Spain’s gastronomic excellence,” he stated.
The Economic and Commercial Office of the Embassy of Spain in Accra remains committed to promoting quality business matchmaking and commercial opportunities between Spain and Ghana through initiatives such as Taste Spain Accra, which continues to position itself as the leading platform in Ghana dedicated to Spanish food and beverage products.
