ACCRA – In a significant move to bolster healthcare in the Caribbean, Ghana has announced it will send trained nurses to Grenada to help the island nation tackle a critical shortage of medical caregivers.
The initiative was unveiled during the first-ever Ghana-Grenada political consultations in Accra, spearheaded by Grenada’s Prime Minister, Dickon Mitchell, who is currently on a three-day state visit to Ghana.
Prime Mitchell highlighted the urgent need for more nursing staff, describing the shortage as one of Grenada’s most significant challenges. The deployment of Ghanaian nurses is expected to provide immediate support to Grenada’s public hospitals and clinics.
This partnership falls under Ghana’s “Work Abroad Program,” a government initiative designed to create international job opportunities for the country’s skilled professionals. The program facilitates the placement of qualified Ghanaians in roles where their expertise is in high demand globally.
The agreement marks a strengthening of ties between the two nations and demonstrates a practical approach to addressing common challenges through south-south cooperation. The deployment is seen as a win-win, providing career opportunities for Ghanaian healthcare workers while delivering essential services to the people of Grenada.
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