Australian High Commission, Ghana

05/10/2026

Resilient food systems are built not only through policy and research, but by the farmers, producers, entrepreneurs and communities reliant on them.

Assistant Secretary and head of DFAT’s Africa Branch, Nigel Stanier, and High Commissioner-designate Keara Shaw met with the Ghana Food Movement to hear how locally led ideas are helping strengthen Ghana’s food system.

The Ghana Food Movement is one of Australia’s partners through the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR), delivering initiatives that support climate responsive agriculture and food security.

The discussion explored local production, food entrepreneurship, stronger connections between producers and consumers, and the role of locally grounded innovation in building more resilient food systems.

We were also delighted to sample a range of locally sourced foods, teas and other treats, showcasing the quality and diversity of Ghana's food producers and entrepreneurs.

04/10/2026

Regional economic integration is about more than moving goods across borders. It’s about building deeper connections between economies through investment, research, and innovation.

Assistant Secretary and head of DFAT’s Africa Branch, Nigel Stanier, and High Commissioner-designate Keara Shaw visited the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat in Accra to dicuss Africa’s evolving trade and economic landscape.

They were joined by colleagues from the Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research (ACIAR), reflecting Australia’s wider engagement on trade, agriculture, food security and climate resilience.

The discussion provided an opportunity to hear directly from the Secretariat about the implementation of the continental free trade framework and the opportunities it creates for stronger regional value chains and deeper economic integration.

02/10/2026

Étape importante pour les relations diplomatiques et parlementaires entre l’Australie et la Côte d’Ivoire, le Président de la Chambre des représentants australienne, L’honorable Milton Dick MP, a assisté à la séance d’ouverture de l’Assemblée nationale.

Il a eu l’honneur d’écouter le discours du Président de l’Assemblée nationale, S.E. Patrick Achi, qui a présenté les priorités de l’institution, notamment la numérisation et la lutte contre l’orpaillage illégal.

L’honorable Milton Dick a également été ravi de rencontrer les membres de l’Assemblée nationale.

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In a significant milestone for diplomatic and parliamentary ties between Australia and Côte d’Ivoire, the Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives, the Hon Milton Dick MP, attended the opening session of the National Assembly.
He was honoured to hear the address by the President of the National Assembly, HE Patrick Achi, outlining priorities, including digitalization and tackling illegal mining. The Hon Milton Dick MP was also delighted to meet members of the Assembly.

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01/10/2026

La coopération entre parlements peut favoriser l'unité face aux défis mondiaux, de la gouvernance de l'intelligence artificielle à la paix et à la sécurité.

Lors de sa première journée à Abidjan, le Président de la Chambre des représentants d'Australie, l'honorable Milton Dick, député, a reçu un accueil chaleureux lors de ses rencontres avec le Président de l'Assemblée nationale de Côte d'Ivoire, Patrick Achi, et la Présidente du Sénat, Kandia Camara.

Leurs échanges ont porté sur les moyens par lesquels nos institutions parlementaires peuvent renforcer leur coopération, partager leurs points de vue et contribuer à répondre à certains des défis auxquels nos deux régions sont confrontées, notamment la gouvernance de l'intelligence artificielle ainsi que la paix et la sécurité.

La diplomatie culturelle était également au rendez-vous. La Côte d'Ivoire a fait découvrir son célèbre chocolat et ses noix de cajou, tandis que l'Australie a offert une écharpe ornée de l'œuvre d'un artiste des Premières Nations d'Australie. 🇦🇺🤝🇨🇮

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Cooperation between parliaments can build unity in tackling global challenges from AI governance to peace and security.

On his first day in Abidjan, Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives, the Hon Milton Dick MP, received a warm welcome in meetings with President of Côte d’Ivoire’s National Assembly Patrick Achi and President of the Senate Kandia Camara.

Their discussions explored how our parliamentary institutions can strengthen cooperation, share perspectives and contribute to responses to some of the challenges facing both our regions, including AI governance and peace and security.

There was also room for some cultural diplomacy. Côte d’Ivoire shared its famous chocolate and cashews, while Australia offered a scarf featuring the work of an Australian First Nations artist. 🇦🇺🤝🇨🇮

30/09/2026

The Australian High Commission team and Australia Awards alumni in Côte d’Ivoire welcomed the Hon Milton Dick MP, Speaker of the Australian House of Representatives, to Abidjan last night. This historic visit marks the first time an 🇦🇺 Speaker of Parliament has travelled to Côte d’Ivoire 🇨🇮

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L'équipe du Haut-Commissariat d'Australie et les anciens lauréats des bourses du gouvernement australien en Côte d'Ivoire ont accueilli hier soir à Abidjan l'honorable Milton Dick, Président de la Chambre des représentants d'Australie. Cette visite historique marque la première fois qu'un Président du Parlement australien 🇦🇺 se rend en Côte d'Ivoire 🇨🇮

30/09/2026

Diplomacy starts with understanding! And what better way to understand Ghana and West Africa than by engaging with the brilliant minds at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD) Ghana.

Assistant Secretary of Africa Branch, Nigel Stanier, and High Commissioner-designate Keara Shaw met Professor H. Kwasi Prempeh and colleagues from the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD) Ghana for a wide-ranging discussion on democratic resilience across the region, constitutional reform, and achieving equitable economic outcomes.

CDD Ghana brings an important evidence-based perspective through its governance work and partnership with Afrobarometer, whose research continues to track how citizens across Africa view democracy, institutions and public accountability.

29/09/2026

Australia is committed to strengthening our partnership with Ghana and investing in the region’s resilient future.

During his visit to Accra, Assistant Secretary Nigel Stanier joined High Commissioner-designate Keara Shaw for a meeting with Ghana’s Deputy Minister for the Interior, the Hon Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, on the sidelines of the West Africa Mining Security Conference.

They discussed Ghana’s security priorities, the broader strategic environment, and opportunities for Australia and Ghana to deepen cooperation in support of security and stability across West Africa.

24/09/2026

Mining investment depends on more than geology.

Regional instability, organised crime, border and supply chain pressures, community relations and the wider security environment all shape where companies choose to invest and how safely they can operate.

Day Two of WAMS focused on understanding these interconnected risks and bringing together governments, industry and security experts to strengthen preparedness and build the partnerships needed to navigate a changing landscape.

For Australia, these conversations matter. Security, stability and predictability attract responsible, long-term investment that creates jobs, drives economic growth and delivers shared prosperity for communities and countries alike.

23/09/2026

Australia is committed to supporting a safe, secure and prosperous mining sector in West Africa.

🇦🇺High Commissioner-designate, Keara Shaw was pleased to open the 6th West Africa Mining Security Conference, bringing together industry, security and policy leaders to examine the regional security environment.

Australia brings deep mining expertise and significant commercial interests across Africa. WAMS provides an important opportunity to contribute that experience to discussions about security, resilient operations and sustainable investment.

21/09/2026