The Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dr Terrance Michael Drew, has described Ghana as a strategic gateway for strengthening ties between Africa and the Caribbean.

Speaking at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, 4 March, during his state visit, DDrDrew said his country sees Ghana not only as a historical anchor but also as a critical partner in advancing deeper Africa-Caribbean engagement.

He framed his visit within the broader global conversation on reparatory justice, stressing that the issue goes beyond financial compensation.

“Reparations are about restoring dignity, expanding equitable opportunities, and building pathways for shared economic advancement between Africa, the Caribbean, and the wider world,” he explained.

“As such, Saint Kitts and Nevis sees Ghana not only as a historical anchor but as a strategic partner in Africa—a gateway for deeper Africa-Caribbean engagement,” he added.

The Prime Minister emphasised that relations between the two countries are no longer symbolic or rooted solely in shared history, but are active and forward-looking.

“In recent years, Saint Kitts and Nevis and Ghana have strengthened cooperation in education and health care,” he said.

He revealed that earlier this year, his country signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Ghana to deepen collaboration in education, research, youth development, and innovation.

DrDrrew also highlighted ongoing cooperation in the health sector, particularly through the recruitment of trained Ghanaian nurses to support healthcare delivery in Saint Kitts and Nevis.

He pointed to his role as Chair of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) earlier this year, noting that strengthening South-South cooperation remains a key priority.

“Our engagement here reflects that commitment in action. We are here to listen, to share, to learn from each other, and most importantly, to build together,” he said.

The Prime Minister outlined plans to expand collaboration beyond education and health into trade, investment, cultural diplomacy, and the creation of formal mechanisms to ease connections between the peoples of both regions.

“Most importantly, we are here in the spirit of shared destiny. Excellency, thank you once again for your hospitality and for the opportunity to deepen the bonds between our two nations in Africa and the wider Caribbean and the diaspora,” he concluded.