Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has assured the public that the government has not received any formal communication from the United States regarding reports that Ghana could be added to a proposed U.S. travel ban list.
His assurance comes in response to a June 14, 2025, statement by U.S. President Donald Trump, in which he revealed plans to expand travel restrictions to citizens from 36 additional countries, including Ghana.
According to The Washington Post, a memo from the U.S. State Department—reportedly reviewed by the outlet—suggests the move forms part of a broader immigration enforcement strategy.
Addressing Parliament on June 19, Minister Ablakwa emphasized that there is “no cause for alarm” at this time.
“Ghana has not been officially notified that we are going to be placed on any prohibition list or on any ban where our citizens cannot travel to the U.S.,” he stated.
He further disclosed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has already initiated engagements with relevant U.S. officials to seek clarification on the reports.
“I have asked that we be assured that those leaks do not carry merit. So far, I can tell the people of Ghana that there is no cause for alarm,” Mr. Ablakwa reiterated.
The Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting the rights, freedoms, and international mobility of Ghanaian citizens and said the government will continue to closely monitor the situation for any official developments.
