Audio By Carbonatix
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has welcomed the new visa restriction policy announced by the United States.
The US Department of State’s new policy will restrict U.S. visas for any individual responsible for undermining democracy in Ghana.
Executive Director of MFWA, Sulemana Braimah, described this as a significant development that will keep Ghanaian politicians on their toes.
Speaking on Joy FM’s Top Story, Mr. Braimah explained that perpetrators will be forced to act with moderation due to the potential impact on their activities.
He made these comments following the announcement by US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Monday.
The United States said it is committed to supporting and advancing democracy in Ghana and around the world.
The communiqué explained that the visa restriction policy would apply only to specific individuals who undermine democracy and is not directed at the Ghanaian people nor the Government of Ghana.
"The United States’ readiness to impose visa restrictions if circumstances warrant is an example of our support for the aspirations of all Ghanaians for a peaceful, transparent, and credible electoral process that reflects the will of the people," the October 28 statement added.
The MFWA boss also urged other western countries to apply similar modalities in place.
He claimed that this move will ensure some accountability in Ghana's politics as the US continues to be a major destination for Ghanaian travellers.
Latest Stories
-
Manhyia South MP recounts alleged attempt to forcibly take him to EOCO
8 minutes -
‘I had to drive off to safety’ – Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah on why he fled after High Court clash
14 minutes -
Nkrumah was a lonely man because of Pan-African vision – PLO Lumumba
19 minutes -
P.L.O Lumumba calls for end to ‘primitive accumulation’ in public office
20 minutes -
Attempted arrest of Manhyia South MP in that manner a retrogression in Ghana’s democracy – Martin Kpebu
26 minutes -
Peace in an age of fragmentation: Why global cooperation matters more than ever
30 minutes -
Nkrumah’s vision for African dignity remains relevant – P.L.O. Lumumba
47 minutes -
Court jails mason 4 years for GH¢44,800 fraud
49 minutes -
Ghana, Norway seek closer trade and security ties after UNGA talks
56 minutes -
AG responds to $235m Teshie desalination award, says tribunal rejected $402m claim
59 minutes -
Chiefs can help stop galamsey where government enforcement struggles – KNUST Professor
1 hour -
Mahama’s rekindling Ghana’s Pan-African role echoing Nkrumah’s vision – P.L.O. Lumumba
1 hour -
Gov’t already in advanced talks to buy Teshie desalination plant to avert $235m payout
1 hour -
Tema-Kpone road had no valid contract or approved scope of work – Roads Minister
1 hour -
You pay for electricity, water but not roads – Roads Minister chides Tema companies
1 hour