The Jamaican Ministry of Foreign Affairs has praised the Ghanaian Engineering Reconstruction Team from the Ghana Armed Forces for their vital role in rebuilding homes in the Black River and Saint Elizabeth communities following Hurricane Melissa.
The 54-member team, drawn from the 14 Engineer Brigade, Engineer Contingent 1, was deployed to Jamaica in October 2025 to support national recovery and reconstruction efforts after the hurricane caused widespread destruction.
During a meeting with the team leader, Colonel Emmanuel Assiah, Jamaica’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Camina Johnson Smith, lauded the Ghanaian personnel for their dedication and the high quality of their work.
Residents of Saint Elizabeth also expressed heartfelt gratitude to both the Ghanaian and Jamaican governments.
“We appreciate everything that you have done here. All the work has been wonderful, and I just want to thank you for helping us. We hope you continue the excellent work,” they said.
The Ghanaian engineers continue to collaborate closely with the Jamaican Defence Force and other international partners to restore homes and support the livelihoods of affected communities, demonstrating Ghana’s commitment to humanitarian assistance abroad.