Personnel from the Ghana Armed Forces’ 14 Engineer Brigade are currently in Jamaica, helping to rebuild communities badly hit by Hurricane Melissa.
Photos and videos shared with the Ghana News Agency show the Ghanaian engineers hard at work, repairing roofs, carrying out carpentry, and fixing structural damage to homes affected by the storm. In several images, soldiers can be seen on damaged rooftops, replacing torn roofing sheets, strengthening wooden trusses, and overseeing repairs to make houses safe again.
Other members of the team are working on the ground, measuring materials, coordinating support, and assisting with installations to stabilise weakened structures.
The deployment is part of Ghana’s humanitarian and reconstruction support to Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa tore through the island, destroying homes, damaging public infrastructure, and disrupting livelihoods—especially in low-lying and vulnerable communities. The storm caused widespread roof damage, flooding, and power outages, forcing many families to seek temporary shelter.
Ghana sent the engineer contingent at the request of the Jamaican government, reflecting the strong bilateral ties between the two countries and Ghana’s commitment to international humanitarian assistance. The team is providing specialised engineering support, with a focus on rapid repairs that will allow displaced residents to return safely to their homes as soon as possible.
Before the deployment, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration described the mission as a clear sign of Ghana’s growing role in international disaster response and South–South cooperation, particularly within the Commonwealth and the Caribbean.
The Ghanaian engineers are expected to continue reconstruction work in selected communities, working closely with Jamaican authorities and local partners to support recovery efforts.