Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says the government is targeting 2027 for the return of Ghana Airways, following technical work and discussions with US aircraft manufacturer Boeing.
Speaking at a meeting with the Ghanaian community in Canada, Mr Ablakwa said President John Dramani Mahama was committed to reviving the national airline, which ceased operations in the early 2000s.
“Last month he had a good meeting with the management of Boeing, and I can confirm to you that President Mahama is saying that next year, 2027, we should have Ghana Airways back in the skies,” he said.
Mr Ablakwa said the President had also established a technical team to work on the proposed revival, adding that the team had submitted its report.
The announcement follows earlier efforts to explore a partnership with Boeing. In April 2026, Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, Victor Emmanuel Smith, held discussions with the aircraft manufacturer in Seattle on possible collaboration in aircraft acquisition, technical support, aviation training and maintenance.
The discussions formed part of efforts to establish a national carrier capable of supporting trade, tourism, investment and Ghana’s ambitions to strengthen its position as a regional aviation hub.
However, Mr Ablakwa’s remarks did not provide details on the proposed airline’s ownership structure, fleet, financing, operational arrangements or a specific launch date.
Ghana has pursued plans to re-establish a national carrier since the collapse of Ghana Airways. The proposed 2027 target signals the government’s ambition to bring the airline back into operation, although key implementation details remain to be announced.
