Ghana formally joins International Big Cat Alliance
Ghana has officially become a member of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA), joining global efforts to conserve and protect endangered big cat species.
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa announced Ghana’s accession at the conclusion of the official visit to Ghana by India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr S. Jaishankar.
On Wednesday, October 7, 2026, Mr Ablakwa presented the signed agreement and instrument of acceptance to Dr Jaishankar at the Nkrumah Mausoleum, formally completing Ghana’s membership of the alliance.
The IBCA was established in 2023 at the initiative of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other international partners to promote the conservation of major big cat species, including lions, tigers, leopards, jaguars, pumas and cheetahs.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Ghana’s decision is consistent with President John Dramani Mahama’s efforts to expand the country’s wildlife reserves and strengthen the protection of endangered species.
It added that the government is also prioritising measures to combat poaching, revitalise Ghana’s zoos and position the country as a leading destination for wildlife conservation.
The IBCA brings together countries and international partners to coordinate conservation initiatives aimed at protecting big cats and preserving their natural habitats.
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