In a continued effort to advance Ghana’s international diplomacy and foreign policy agenda, President John Dramani Mahama has nominated a fresh cohort
In a continued effort to advance Ghana’s international diplomacy and foreign policy agenda, President John Dramani Mahama has nominated a fresh cohort of Ambassadors and High Commissioners-designate to represent the country in key strategic missions across the globe.
The announcement, officially conveyed via a letter from the Office of the President dated July 21, 2025, and signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President, outlines a list of seasoned professionals, public servants, and diplomats earmarked for deployment pending approval and confirmation.
Alhaji Rahman Harruna Attah has been re-nominated as Ghana’s High Commissioner to Namibia where served during Mahama’s first term in office.
Strategic Diplomatic Appointments
According to the communication addressed to the Minister for Foreign Affairs, the nominees are intended to serve in various countries including Namibia, South Korea, Italy, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Burkina Faso, Saudi Arabia, Kenya, and the Holy See (Vatican City), reflecting Ghana’s intention to deepen bilateral and multilateral relations across Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
The list of nominees are:
1. Alhaji Abdul-Rahman Harruna Attah – Republic of Namibia
2. Dr. Kwame Ampofo – Republic of South Korea
3. Mona Helen Kabuki Quartey – Italian Republic
4. Magnus Kofi Amoatey – Democratic Republic of Congo
5. Kenneth Akibate – Burkina Faso
6. Said Sinare – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
7. Evans Aidoo – Republic of Kenya
Additionally, the President has directed a change in the nominee to the Vatican City State, replacing Nneka Dyrus Ocran with Benedict Batabe Assorow as Ambassador-designate.
Diplomacy in a Changing Global Order
This wave of appointments comes at a time when Ghana is repositioning itself to play a more assertive role on the continental and global stage. With critical issues such as climate change, global security, trade realignment, and migration dominating the international agenda, the Mahama administration is placing renewed emphasis on strengthening diplomatic presence and cooperation.
President Mahama, who returned to office in 2025 following a tightly contested election, has promised to restore Ghana’s leadership reputation within the African Union, ECOWAS, and the United Nations system.
These appointments are seen as part of a broader diplomatic reset to re-engage Ghana’s traditional allies while exploring new bilateral opportunities.
Experienced Hands for Key Missions
Most of the nominees have distinguished themselves in public service or diplomacy.
Alhaji Harruna Attah, a former High Commissioner to Namibia under a previous administration, brings both experience and institutional knowledge.
Mona Helen Kabuki Quartey, a respected economist and former Deputy Finance Minister, is expected to bolster the diplomatic-economic strategy in Italy—one of Europe’s influential economies.
Said Sinare, a veteran political figure and former Ambassador to Egypt and Saudi Arabia, returns to the Gulf with significant geopolitical experience, especially in the Middle East and Islamic diplomacy.
Likewise, Dr. Kwame Ampofo’s scientific background is expected to support Ghana’s technological cooperation with South Korea, a global leader in innovation.
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