The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is set to donate US$250,000, equivalent to about GH₵3 million, to support victims of Ghana’s recent devastating floods.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced that the Foreign Ministry had officially been notified of the regional bloc’s decision to provide financial assistance to affected communities.
In a post on X, the minister said the donation was being made in the spirit of regional solidarity and compassion.
“I wish to announce, in the spirit of transparency and accountability, that ECOWAS has just notified the Foreign Ministry that they have decided to donate US$250,000.00 (about GHS3 million) to Ghana for victims of the recent devastating floods.”
Hon. Ablakwa assured the public that the full amount would be handed over for its intended purpose once the funds are received.
“As can be expected, the Foreign Ministry will hand over the entire funds as soon as we receive it in our accounts,” he stated.
The donation comes as Ghana continues efforts to respond to the impact of the recent floods, which displaced thousands of people and caused significant damage to homes, businesses and infrastructure in several affected areas.
The Foreign Minister expressed the government’s appreciation to ECOWAS for the gesture, describing it as a demonstration of African solidarity at a difficult time.
“The Government of Ghana conveys boundless appreciation to ECOWAS for their solidarity and true African compassion,” Ablakwa said.
The expected financial support will bolster ongoing government and humanitarian efforts to assist flood victims and help affected communities recover from the disaster.
