Ghana’s Vice President, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has left for Guyana, a country on the northern coast of South America, to join them in celebrating their 60th Independence Anniversary, the Presidency announced on Sunday through the Ministry of Information.

The Vice President left Ghana the same day, leading a delegation that included officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration and members of her office to represent the country at the historic national event being commemorated by the government and people of Guyana.

Upon her arrival, she was received by Nii Amasah Namoale, Ghana’s Ambassador to Brazil, together with members of the diplomatic team and Guyana’s Minister for Culture, Youth and Sport, Charles Ramson, as well as members of the Ghanaian community living in Guyana who had gathered to welcome her.

The visit forms part of efforts to strengthen diplomatic relations and deepen historical ties between Ghana and Guyana, two countries that share longstanding cultural and historical connections rooted in African heritage.

The anniversary celebrations are anticipated to feature a series of official state events, cultural showcases, and engagements highlighting Guyana’s history, achievements, and future aspirations.

Ghana and Guyana have maintained cordial diplomatic relations over the years, with both countries continuing to explore opportunities for collaboration across several sectors of mutual interest.

Guyana, which gained independence from British colonial rule in 1966, is celebrating six decades of nationhood this year, with activities attracting participation from leaders and representatives from different parts of the world.