His Royal Highness Prince Edward, the Duke of Edinburgh, arrived in Ghana on Sunday, November 23, 2025, for a two-day working visit aimed at strengthening the modern partnership between Ghana and the United Kingdom.
The visit focuses on climate-smart development, innovation, education, and inclusive sports, reflecting shared priorities within the Commonwealth.
During his stay, the Duke will hold discussions with President John Dramani Mahama, meet traditional authorities, engage with entrepreneurs, and observe UK-supported initiatives advancing environmental sustainability and educational reform.
On Monday, November 24, Prince Edward will visit Aburi, where he will tour a kindergarten and teacher-training classroom at the Presbyterian Women’s College of Education.
The sessions will highlight how Sabre Education, in partnership with the Government of Ghana and supported by the UK, is enhancing play-based early childhood learning and strengthening teacher training systems.
At the Aburi Botanical Gardens, the Duke will tour a nursery dedicated to conserving indigenous plants and training young horticulturists. He will also meet innovators in the UK and Ghanaian cocoa sectors whose work promotes sustainable trade, artisanal cocoa production, and inclusive growth in farming communities.
As part of the visit, His Royal Highness is expected to plant a commemorative tree, following a tradition continued by Queen Elizabeth II and King Charles III.
In Accra, Prince Edward will meet young entrepreneurs from 24 Commonwealth countries participating in the Commonwealth Startup Fellowship Programme Bootcamp, delivered jointly by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (UK) and Imperial College London.
The programme supports startups tackling global challenges, underscoring the UK’s commitment to innovation and economic opportunity within the Commonwealth.
A key highlight of the visit will be the Duke’s engagement with Ghana’s Paralympic and national sports associations, ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. Discussions will focus on Ghana’s leadership in inclusive sports and the role of athletics in promoting health, discipline, and social cohesion.
Prince Edward will also attend a UK–Ghana Creative Arts event, celebrating collaborative work in theatre and the creative economy. The programme includes a performance of “The Black Star – Teacher of Africa” by Kofi Adinkra, honouring Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. Conversations are expected to center on cultural partnerships, skills development, and investment in Ghana’s creative sector.
As part of his high-level engagements, the Duke will call on President Mahama, participate in a durbar with the National House of Chiefs, and pay respects at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park.
Ahead of the visit, British High Commissioner Dr. Christian Rogg described the trip as a celebration of the “strong and evolving relationship” between Ghana and the UK, emphasizing shared values in education, climate action, inclusive development, and innovation.
The Duke’s visit will conclude with his attendance at the King’s Birthday Party at the British High Commissioner’s residence, bringing together government officials, business leaders, civil society, diplomats, and members of the Ghanaian diaspora.
