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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved a donation of $250,000 to support victims of the recent devastating floods in Ghana, the country’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced.
In a post shared on X on Sunday, the minister said Ghana’s Foreign Ministry had been formally notified of the regional bloc’s decision to provide the humanitarian assistance, estimated at about GHS3 million.
“I wish to announce, in the spirit of transparency and accountability, that the Foreign Ministry has just been notified by ECOWAS that they have decided to donate US$250,000.00 (about GHS3 million) to Ghana for victims of the recent devastating floods,” the minister said.
The minister assured that the funds would be transferred in full to support those affected once they are received by the ministry.
“As can be expected, the Foreign Ministry will hand over the entire funds as soon as we receive it in our accounts,” the statement added.
The Ghanaian government expressed gratitude to ECOWAS for what it described as a demonstration of regional solidarity during a difficult period.
“The Government of Ghana conveys boundless appreciation to ECOWAS for their solidarity and true African compassion,” the minister said.
The donation comes after severe flooding in parts of Ghana displaced residents, damaged homes and infrastructure, and prompted emergency relief efforts.
ECOWAS has previously provided humanitarian assistance to member states affected by natural disasters, conflicts and other emergencies as part of its regional solidarity and disaster response initiatives.
I wish to announce, in the spirit of transparency and accountability, that the Foreign Ministry has just been notified by ECOWAS that they have decided to donate US$250,000.00 (about GHS3million) to Ghana for victims of the recent devastating floods.
As can be expected, the… pic.twitter.com/iNyI4dK2st
— Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa (@S_OkudzetoAblak) August 2, 2026
