To help address the threats of violent extremism and instability in the subregion, the US government has announced a $100 million grant to some African countries.
The funds would help Ghana, Benin, Guinea, Togo, and Côte d’Ivoire combat violent extremism in their respective countries and the subregion as a whole.
This was announced by Kamala Harris, Vice President of the United States of America, who is currently on a three-day state visit to Ghana.
“We appreciate your leadership and response to recent democratic backsliding in West Africa and standing up for democratic principles around the world,” Harris said in reference to Nana Akufo-Addo. “We also recognise Ghana’s significant contribution in the Sahel.”
“To help address the threat of violent extremism and instability, today I am pleased to announce US$100 million in support of Benin, Ghana, Guinea, Cote d’Ivoire and Togo,” she added.
The plan is intended to address regional threats of violent extremism and instability in Coastal West Africa and enable the U.S. government to work with congress to marshal additional assistance to support efforts in the region over the coming years, she said.
The amount includes at least US$86 million in funding over three years specifically dedicated to implementation of the new 10-year plan of the US government.
By: Rashid Obodai Provencal/Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
