Ghana reaffirms commitment to peaceful resolution of Western Sahara dispute

Story by: Regina Bless

Ghana has reiterated its commitment to an amicable and lasting resolution to the longstanding Western Sahara dispute following a meeting between Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and Mr. Tayeb Al-Siddiq Al-Bashir, an envoy of Western Sahara.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Foreign Minister reaffirmed Ghana’s desire to see the historical impasse resolved peacefully through dialogue and negotiations.

The Ministry clarified that Ghana’s decision of January 6, 2025 remains unchanged, while noting that the government welcomes United Nations Security Council Resolution 2797, adopted on October 31, 2025.

The resolution supports the UN Secretary-General and his Personal Envoy in advancing negotiations between the parties and takes note of Morocco’s Autonomy Proposal as a basis for achieving a just, lasting and mutually acceptable political solution, consistent with the UN Charter.

The Ghanaian government said it remains committed to maintaining positive engagements with all parties involved, as well as with the wider international community, in pursuit of lasting peace and justice.

The latest engagement comes amid continuing international diplomatic efforts to resolve the Western Sahara dispute, with the United Nations calling on the parties to engage in negotiations and seek a mutually acceptable political settlement.

Ghana’s position, as communicated by the Foreign Ministry, is therefore centred on continued dialogue and engagement while supporting the UN-led process towards a peaceful and sustainable resolution.