United States Congress Delegation Pay Private Visit to Ghana

A three-member delegation of the United States Congress has concluded a three-day, privately funded visit to Ghana. The visit, organised by the United Nations Foundation, a Washington, D.C.–based charitable organization that supports the United Nations and its global activities, was for the delegation to gain firsthand insight into the work of the UN and its development partners in the country.

The team arrived on 24 January 2026 and traveled to the Mole National Park in the Savannah region. The Park is Ghana’s largest protected ecosystem and is home to rich biodiversity.  At the Park and in surrounding communities, as well as in Tamale in the Northern region, the delegation observed UN-supported initiatives in disease surveillance, health and food security, agriculture, nutrition, and livelihood empowerment. In Accra, the delegation visited programmes designed to strengthen sustainable fish processing, health and economic livelihoods initiative for vulnerable young women and engaged with refugees and returned migrants. 

These interactions highlighted how UN interventions are helping vulnerable populations build independence, integrate more fully into their communities, and contribute to local development.

The delegation also met with the UN leadership to discuss the organization’s broader development priorities and strategic engagement in Ghana.

“This visit shows the strong partnership between Ghana, the United Nations, and key development partners in advancing shared goals of inclusive development, strengthened institutions, and peace and security,” said Mr. Zia Choudhury, UN Resident Coordinator in Ghana. “We are pleased to showcase the tangible impact of UN-supported programmes and our deepening collaboration with partners.”

Reflecting on the visit, the delegation noted the strong emphasis on empowering women particularly the vulnerable and supporting locally led development initiatives, highlighting the importance of community-based approaches in achieving lasting impact. They expressed appreciation to the UN for its nationwide presence in supporting sustainable livelihoods and self-reliance.

The delegation, led by Representative Young Kim, included Representatives Dean Madeleine Cunnane and Lauren Ashley Underwood.

Visit the UN Ghana Flickr page for more photos from the meeting with UNCT.