The Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, The Honourable Dr. Terrance Michael Drew, is currently on a five-day official state visit to Ghana, running from Tuesday, March 3, to Saturday, March 7, 2026.
This visit, which coincides with Ghana's 69th Independence Day celebrations, marks a significant milestone in deepening South-South cooperation between the two nations.
Key Diplomatic Achievements
On Wednesday, March 4, President John Dramani Mahama and Prime Minister Drew signed three major agreements at the Jubilee House under the government's "Accra Reset Initiative":
Visa-Free Travel: A landmark agreement now grants visa exemptions for ordinary passport holders from both nations, expanding upon a 2018 deal that only applied to diplomatic and service passports.
Healthcare & Labour Cooperation: A Bilateral Labour Agreement was established to regulate the structured recruitment of Ghanaian medical professionals to support the healthcare system in Saint Kitts and Nevis.
Political Consultations: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to create a formal mechanism for regular political consultations between the two governments.
Cultural and Historical Itinerary
Beyond official discussions, Prime Minister Drew’s visit is focused on reinforcing shared heritage and ancestral ties:
Memorial Tours: The Prime Minister and his delegation are visiting the W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Centre, the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, and the Cape Coast Castle.
Traditional Courtesy Call: Dr. Drew is scheduled to pay a courtesy call on the Omanhene of the Oguaa Traditional Area, Osabarima Kwesi Atta II.
Educational Exchange: Engagements included a meeting with the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana to discuss potential academic and technical exchange programs.
Independence Day: Prime Minister Drew will join the Ghanaian leadership as a special guest for the national Independence Day parade on Friday, March 6.
Inspiration for the Visit
During his address at the Jubilee House, Dr. Drew revealed that he was personally inspired to visit Ghana after listening to President Mahama’s 2025 speech at the United Nations General Assembly. He noted that the visit felt like a "personal journey home," even remarking on a striking resemblance between Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang and his own aunt.
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