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Mahama Praises Julius Debrah at Kwahu Business Forum, Unveils Major Economic Expansion Plans
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Mahama Praises Julius Debrah at Kwahu Business Forum, Unveils Major Economic Expansion Plans

President John Dramani Mahama has commended the Chief of Staff, Hon. Julius Debrah, for his visionary leadership in conceiving and developing the Kwahu Business Forum into a leading national platform for business dialogue and economic engagement. Speaking at the Kwahu Business Forum 2026, President Mahama praised the initiative for its growing influence in fostering partnerships between the public and private sectors, noting its importance in advancing Ghana’s economic transformation agenda. He further announced plans to elevate the Forum through the construction of a permanent convention, conference, and exhibition centre, to be developed in partnership with Metalex and Trasacco Group. The facility is expected to strengthen Ghana’s capacity to host large-scale business and investmen...
President Mahama Reaffirms Commitment to Savannah Region Development at Gonjaland Youth Association 50th Anniversary
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President Mahama Reaffirms Commitment to Savannah Region Development at Gonjaland Youth Association 50th Anniversary

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Government’s strong commitment to accelerating development in the Savannah Region as he joined the Gonjaland Youth Association to mark its 50th Anniversary celebration in Buipe. The event brought together traditional leaders, youth groups, and stakeholders to reflect on five decades of youth mobilization and development advocacy in the Gonjaland area. Addressing participants, President Mahama outlined key government interventions aimed at transforming the education sector in the region. He announced plans to establish Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) schools in Tinga and Busunu, expand infrastructure across Senior High Schools, and upgrade selected Category B schools to Category A status. He emphasized the critica...
President Mahama announces a high-level panel of the Accra Reset.
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President Mahama announces a high-level panel of the Accra Reset.

The Chancery of the Accra Reset, an African health and economic sovereignty initiative championed by President John Dramani Mahama has announced a high-level panel of the Accra Reset Initiative tasked with reforming the global health architecture and governance system. The eighteen-member panel will be co-chaired by four distinguished global health leaders: Peter Piot, former Director-General of UNAIDS and Professor at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine; El Hadj As Sy, Chair of the Kofi Annan Foundation and former Under-Secretary General of the United Nations; Nisia Trindade, Minister for Health of Brazil and President Emerita of Fiocruz; and Budi Gunadi Sadikin, Minister for Health of the Republic of Indonesia. The panel has been mandated to produce concrete, actio...
Accra Reset Launches High-Level Panel to Reform Global Health Governance
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Accra Reset Launches High-Level Panel to Reform Global Health Governance

The Chancery of the Accra Reset, an African-led health and economic sovereignty initiative championed by John Dramani Mahama, has announced the formation of a high-level panel to drive reforms in global health architecture and governance. The newly established 18-member panel is tasked with producing concrete and actionable proposals to restructure the global health system one that organizers say has historically positioned Global South governments as passive recipients rather than active decision-makers. Global Leadership Driving Reform The panel will be co-chaired by prominent global health and policy leaders, including Peter Piot, El Hadj As Sy, Nísia Trindade, and Budi Gunadi Sadikin. Their mandate is to reshape a global health order that better reflects equity, sovereignty...
President John Dramani Mahama Receives Credentials from New Envoys
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President John Dramani Mahama Receives Credentials from New Envoys

President John Dramani Mahama has officially received letters of credence from a new group of ambassadors and high commissioners, reaffirming Ghana’s commitment to strengthening diplomatic ties and international cooperation. The ceremony, held at the seat of government, saw the accreditation of five distinguished envoys: Her Excellency Diarra Dime-Labille of France, His Excellency Rui Orlando Xavier of Angola, Her Excellency Mrs. Ndiyakupi Ngituwamata of Namibia, His Excellency Cong Song of China, and Her Excellency Jacquiline Natepi Ben Lochalamoi of South Sudan. In his remarks, President Mahama warmly welcomed the envoys and emphasized Ghana’s readiness to deepen bilateral relations across political, economic, and cultural sectors. He highlighted the importance of collaboration in ...
Mahama Returns to Rousing Welcome After Leading UN Reparations Push
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Mahama Returns to Rousing Welcome After Leading UN Reparations Push

President John Dramani Mahama has returned to Ghana to a heroic welcome following his high-profile leadership at the United Nations General Assembly, where he championed a landmark resolution recognising the Transatlantic Slave Trade as the gravest crime against humanity. Touching down in Accra on Monday, the President was met with cheers and applause from government officials, traditional authorities, and scores of enthusiastic citizens who gathered to celebrate what many are calling a defining moment in Africa’s pursuit of justice. Speaking upon arrival, President Mahama described the development as a powerful testament to the impact of unity and shared purpose among African nations and the global African diaspora. He emphasized that the recognition of the Transatlantic Slave Trade...
Vice President Visits Collapsed Building Site, Commends Rescue Efforts
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Vice President Visits Collapsed Building Site, Commends Rescue Efforts

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has visited the Accra New Town Experimental School following the collapse of a multi-storey building on the premises, describing the response by emergency services as commendable while calling for stricter adherence to building regulations. During the visit on Monday morning, the Vice President received a detailed briefing on the incident. She was accompanied by the Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, as well as personnel from the Ghana Armed Forces, including the 48 Engineer Regiment, the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana National Fire Service, the National Ambulance Service, and the National Disaster Management Organisation. According to officials, a total of 23 victims were rescued from the debris, while three people sadly lo...
President Mahama Honoured with International Statesperson Award in Philadelphia
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President Mahama Honoured with International Statesperson Award in Philadelphia

Former President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, has been awarded the prestigious International Statesperson Award by the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia in the United States. The honour, presented in Philadelphia, recognises his outstanding contributions to global leadership, democratic governance, and international cooperation. In his acceptance remarks, Mr. Mahama highlighted the strength of Ghana’s democratic institutions, particularly commending the judiciary for its credibility and independence. He noted that the judiciary continues to enjoy public trust due to its fairness and unwavering commitment to upholding the rule of law. He stressed that strong institutions remain the backbone of Ghana’s democratic progress and are essential for sustainable national development ...
Mahama Engages Ghanaian Diaspora in Philadelphia, Reaffirms Commitment to National Development
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Mahama Engages Ghanaian Diaspora in Philadelphia, Reaffirms Commitment to National Development

President John Dramani Mahama has held a high-level engagement with members of the Ghanaian community in Philadelphia, United States, underscoring the government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening ties with citizens living abroad. Addressing the diaspora, President Mahama described Ghanaians overseas as a vital extension of the nation, highlighting their immense contributions through remittances—estimated at approximately US$7.8 billion annually—as well as through knowledge transfer, innovation, and global exposure. The President used the occasion to outline key economic and governance priorities, noting ongoing efforts to stabilise the economy and drive export-led growth. He emphasised initiatives aimed at strengthening local industries and announced plans to implement a 24-ho...
Mahama Pledges Stronger Diaspora Role in Governance and Investment
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Mahama Pledges Stronger Diaspora Role in Governance and Investment

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening diaspora engagement, announcing his readiness to assent to a bipartisan bill that will allow Ghanaians living abroad to fully participate in the country’s political administration. President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening diaspora engagement, announcing his readiness to assent to a bipartisan bill that will allow Ghanaians living abroad to fully participate in the country’s political administration. Speaking during a Diaspora Dialogue with Ghanaians in Philadelphia, the President revealed that government is actively sponsoring legislation aimed at removing long-standing barriers that prevent diaspora members from contributing meaningfully to governance. The proposed law wi...
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