The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that Ghana was on course to conclude more visa waiver deals with other nations before the end of 2027, as part of a drive to raise the value and global standing of the Ghanaian passport.
He revealed that Ghana and Tunisia have agreed to start immediate talks on a visa waiver arrangement, in addition to similar engagements with other countries.
In a Facebook post on Sunday, November 15, 2026, after a bilateral meeting with Tunisia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Migration and Tunisians Abroad, Ali Nafti, Mr Ablakwa said several countries have shown interest in visa waiver agreements with Ghana.
“Last week, Slovakia expressed interest, adding to a growing number of active visa waiver discussions. We expect to sign more Visa Waiver Agreements before the end of 2027,” he said.
He said the growing interest shows rising confidence in the Ghanaian passport, adding that government remains committed to improving its value, prestige and security.
In addition to the visa waiver talks, Ghana and Tunisia have agreed to revive their Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) to provide a structured framework for deepening bilateral relations.
The two countries also identified education, tourism, sports, agribusiness, trade and maritime affairs as priority areas for cooperation.
Mr Ablakwa further disclosed that both countries are open to establishing permanent diplomatic missions in their respective capitals as soon as practicable.
He described his meeting with Mr Nafti as meaningful and results-driven, adding that he had received an invitation to visit Tunisia.
