The Government of Ghana has voiced profound concern regarding the escalating security crisis in the Sahel region, following a series of coordinated terrorist offensives in Mali on Saturday, 25 April. The attacks, which targeted several military installations including the capital, Bamako, resulted in the death of Mali’s Minister of Defence, General Sadio Camara, alongside other military personnel and civilians.
In an official communiqué issued on Monday, 27 April, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration extended its heartfelt condolences to the Government and people of the Republic of Mali, while offering prayers for the swift recovery of those injured in the violence.
Condemning the resurgence of insurgency in the region, the Ministry underscored the necessity for international cooperation to combat radicalism.
“Violent extremism must have no place in our world, and we must step up collective efforts to end this horror,” the statement read, reinforcing Ghana’s commitment to regional stability.
In light of the volatile security environment, the Government has issued a stringent travel and safety advisory to Ghanaian citizens currently residing in Mali. Nationals are urged to exercise extreme caution, restrict their movements to essential tasks only, and maintain regular contact with the Embassy of Ghana in Bamako.
The Ministry was particularly firm in its guidance for those involved in regional commerce: Traders and Haulage Drivers: All individuals plying the routes between Ghana and Mali for trading activities are advised to suspend movements immediately until further notice.
Commercial Resumption: The Government noted that it is working in “close collaboration” with the relevant Malian authorities and will provide timely updates to facilitate the safe resumption of trade in due course.
The Ghanaian Government concluded its address by reiterating its unwavering solidarity with the Government of Mali during this period of national mourning and instability.
Officials assured the public that the security, safety, and general well-being of Ghanaian nationals abroad remain the state’s paramount priority. As the situation in the Sahel continues to evolve, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has pledged to monitor developments closely to ensure the protection of its citizens and their interests.
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