AFRICOM commander visit to Ghana highlights U.S. support for joint security cooperation

Gen. Stephen Townsend, commander, U.S. Africa Command, oversees a color parade at the Ghana Armed Forces headquarters at Burma Camp, Ghana, as part of a two-day visit Feb. 23-24. “It’s important we grow our partnership with Ghana to advance shared security goals," Townsend said.

By Courage Ahiati , U.S. Embassy Ghana Ghana Feb 25, 2021

AFRICOM commander visit to Ghana highlights U.S. support for joint security cooperation

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AFRICOM commander visit to Ghana highlights U.S. support for joint security cooperation

Gen. Stephen Townsend, commander, U.S. Africa Command, oversees a color parade at the Ghana Armed Forces headquarters at Burma Camp, Ghana, as part of a two-day visit Feb. 23-24. “It’s important we grow our partnership with Ghana to advance shared security goals," Townsend said.