The Bahamas is set to recruit 300 Ghanaian teachers this year as part of a new bilateral cooperation agreement aimed at expanding labour opportunities between the two countries.
The announcement was made by Ghana’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, following official discussions during his visit to the Bahamas, where he represented President John Dramani Mahama at the country’s 53rd Independence Anniversary celebrations.
In a post on Facebook on Saturday, July 11, Mr Ablakwa said the recruitment forms the first phase of a broader education partnership between Ghana and the Bahamas.
“I am delighted to announce that following official negotiations, the Bahamas is ready to receive 300 Ghanaian teachers this year to boost education in that brotherly and beautiful country,” he stated.
The Foreign Affairs Minister said the agreement marks an expansion of Ghana’s labour mobility opportunities beyond the health sector, where Ghanaian professionals have already gained recognition in the Bahamas.
He praised the contribution of Ghanaian nurses working in the country under an existing bilateral arrangement, noting that Bahamian authorities have expressed satisfaction with their professionalism and work ethic.
“The 300 Ghanaian teachers will usher in a new era of expanded labour mobility beyond health workers between our two nations,” Ablakwa said.
He further emphasised the strong historical and cultural connection between Ghana and the Bahamas, pointing out that many Bahamians trace their ancestry and heritage to Ghana.
According to him, the partnership reflects the government’s commitment to using diplomacy to create practical opportunities for citizens.
“We shall continue to actively pursue impactful diplomacy which directly benefits the Ghanaian people,” he added.
Hon Ablakwa also conveyed President Mahama’s appreciation to Bahamian Prime Minister Philip Edward Davis for inviting Ghana to participate in the country’s independence celebrations and reaffirmed the commitment of both nations to deepen their relationship.
