New Era of Ghana Jamaica Association Begins

Tuesday Social witnessed a new era for the Ghana Jamaica Association (GhaJam), when it inaugurated new president Dr William Brown Saturday last at the Salvation Army Eastern Jamaica Divisional Headquarters in Kingston. In front of an intimate gathering of the GhaJam membership, Brown expressed humility about ascending to the role and reaffirmed his commitment in strengthening the ties between Jamaica and Ghana.

“I personally would like to thank my family members and friends who have helped me to rise to this occasion. We have an undying hope in the power of democracy and we would aim to deliver the wishes of our members in a balanced and above-board manner,” Brown said.

WATCH: Stacey Knight calls for end to ‘educational apartheid’ in Jamaica

Latest News, News

WATCH: Stacey Knight calls for end to ‘educational apartheid’ in Jamaica

April 18, 2025

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Educator and attorney-at-law Stacey Knight has called for a transformation of Jamaica’s education system, describing it as “educat...

“Our association was built on the foundation of brotherhood, culture, pride and the unyielding spirit of Ghanainas who have made Jamaica their home. This moment is not just a personal achievement, but a testament to the strength and unity of our organisation.

Here are highlights from the ceremonies.

Ghana Jamaica Association (GhaJam) President Dr William Brown (centre) received the Ghanaian flag from electoral committee member Francis Asiedu (right) and electoral committee commissioner Dr Richard Amenyah, during the inauguration ceremonies.Karl Mclarty

GhaJam electoral committee member Francis Asiedu (right) administered the oath of office to new Vice-President Ernest Sam (centre) as electoral committee commissioner Dr Richard Amenyah looked on. Karl Mclarty

Enjoying the celebrations were (from left) Tomlinson’s Christian Academy and Children’s Centre Principal Ann Tomlinson-Kluvi, her student son Richard, and her husband, Tomlinson Christian Academy and Children’s Centre bursar Benard.Karl Mclarty

Marriage and family therapist Ofo Penney-Laryea looked stunning in an ensemble from Louise Graham.Karl Mclarty

Ghajam President Dr William Brown relished the occasion with his wife, chartered accountant Patricia Henry-Brown.Karl Mclarty

Celebrating cultural ties between Jamaica and Ghana were business analyst Euwan McKnolly and his fiancée, film-maker and writer Nadya Raymond.Karl Mclarty

Looking regal was general practitioner Dr Francis Kpormego. Karl Mclarty

Showing their support were Salvation Army Division Commander for Eastern Jamaica Major Nana Boakye-Agyemang and his wife, Major Marlene Boakye-Agyemang, Salvation Army divisional director of women’s ministries.Karl Mclarty

Spotted at the ceremonies were GhaJam Deputy Secretary Memuna Abudu (left) and businesswoman Caridad Ortiz Jay.Karl Mclarty

President’s wife and chartered accountant Patricia Henry-Brown (left) shared a moment with retired nurse Adjoa Williams.Karl Mclarty

Enjoying a light-hearted moment were senior lecturer Issac Dery (left) and catholic missionary Titus Donyeh.Karl Mclarty

Retired accountant Elizabeth Asiedu was elegant in powder blue.Karl Mclarty

Among the GhaJam members present were drywall contractor David DaCosta and International Seabed Authority Contract Management Officer Linda Kyeremeh.Karl Mclarty

United Nations Department of Safety and Security Regional Advisor Enoch Penney-Laryea and his wife, marriage and family therapist Ofo Penney-Laryea, were among the well-wishers at the ceremonies.Karl Mclarty