Veteran Actress Kalsoume Sinare Among 15 Appointed as Ghana’s New Envoys

By Samuel Asamoah

Ghana’s President has nominated 15 distinguished individuals, including celebrated actress Kalsoume Sinare Baffoe, for ambassadorial, high commissioner, and consul-general roles to represent the nation across various countries.

A letter signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President, and addressed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, confirmed the appointments following consultations with the Council of State. The nominees will represent Ghana in strategic countries across Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America.

Kalsoume Sinare Baffoe, who is widely known for her contribution to Ghana’s film and cultural landscape, has been nominated as Ghana’s envoy to the Kingdom of Spain. Her inclusion on the list is seen as a strong signal of the government’s recognition of the role of the creative arts in national diplomacy.

Other key appointments include:

Benjamin A. Quashie – Republic of South Africa

Kojo Bonsu – People’s Republic of China

Hammed Rashid Tunde Ali – United Arab Emirates

Hon. Captain George Kofi Nfodjoh – Togolese Republic

Grace El Mahmoud Maorabe – United Arab Emirates (Dubai)

Prof. Ohene Adjei – Federal Republic of Germany

Abdul Nasiru-Deen – Republic of Turkey

Theresah Adjei-Mensah – Czech Republic

Prof. Kwasi Obiri-Danso – India

Dr. Dora Francisca Edu-Buandoh – Canada

Dr. Margaret Miewien Chebere – Denmark

Labik Joseph Yaani – Equatorial Guinea

Nii Amasah Namoale – Federative Republic of Brazil

Dr. Felix Kumah Godwin Anebo – Republic of Senegal

The letter, referenced as “OPS 106/1BS/2027” and dated June 10, 2025, directed the Foreign Ministry to begin the necessary administrative processes to facilitate the transition of the nominees into their respective diplomatic postings.

Political analysts have observed that the selection reflects a blend of academia, public service, politics, security, and arts and culture—signifying Ghana’s multidimensional diplomatic approach.

The nominations have been copied to the Vice President and the Chief of Staff at Jubilee House.

This latest batch of appointments comes at a time Ghana is seeking to deepen bilateral ties, boost foreign investment, and expand its global diplomatic footprint.