Anloga: Mrs. Ndiyakupi Nghituwamata, the Namibian High Commissioner to Ghana, has embarked on a three-day familiarisation tour of the Volta Region, visiting Keta, Anloga, and Ketu South. This visit is aimed at deepening ties between Namibia and Ghana, particularly in the areas of economic, educational, people-to-people, and cultural diplomacy.
According to Ghana News Agency, the High Commissioner's visit follows the presentation of her credentials to President John Dramani Mahama. During the tour, Mrs. Nghituwamata emphasized the importance of understanding Africa's shared past, noting that culture is deeply intertwined with history. She visited the Slave Market Memorial and various historical sites in Keta, Anloga, and Ketu South to gain insights into the continent's heritage.
Mrs. Nghituwamata remarked that just as Christians visit Jerusalem to connect with their faith's history, Africans should visit places like Keta Fort, Anloga Lighthouse, and the Xedranawo slave museum. These visits offer a chance to learn about the ancestors and the history of the slave trade. She described her experience at the Keta fort and other historical sites as memorable and deeply connecting.
In Anloga District, the High Commissioner was accompanied by the District Chief Executive, Madam Sandra Seyram Kpedor, and other officials. They explored recreational sites including the Woe Cape St Paul Lighthouse, a structure built in the 1800s that served as a guide for ships. Mrs. Nghituwamata found the lighthouse visit surprising and interesting, noting its historical significance.
Beyond historical exploration, Mrs. Nghituwamata expressed her admiration for the agricultural sector in the region. She was particularly impressed by the self-reliance of local tomato farmers, some of whom export beyond their towns. This development was seen as a positive sign of growth in the local agricultural sector.
Mr. Wisdom Seade, the Keta Municipal Chief Executive, also guided the High Commissioner through the historic Fort Prinzenstein. During the tour, Mr. Seade highlighted the need for urgent rehabilitation of the Keta Fort and disclosed ongoing efforts by the Keta Municipal Assembly and other organizations to mobilize resources for the restoration of the historic site.
Officials described the High Commissioner's visit to Keta and Anloga as very successful, with both districts hopeful that the engagement would pave the way for further cooperation between Namibia and the Volta Region.