President John Dramani Mahama has underscored the central role of accountability and strong institutions in Ghana’s governance and economic transformation, stressing that the effective management of public resources remains critical to national progress.
Speaking at the swearing-in of the new Auditor-General, Dr. Pamela Graham, he noted that restoring macroeconomic stability, expanding social investments, and accelerating development initiatives depend on integrity, efficiency, and discipline in public financial management.
He further emphasized that audit reports must go beyond statutory compliance to serve as practical tools for strengthening governance, improving internal controls, and eliminating waste.
“The strength of every democracy is measured not only by those who govern but also by the institutions that hold governments accountable.” - President John Dramani Mahama, swearing-in of the Auditor-General Dr. Pamela Graham
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Meet my cousin, Dr Sylvia Adusu, newly elected Judge at the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS). First woman - Africa, Ghana and Aveme 😁🫡
The ECOWAS Community Court has, a while ago, dismissed all of the 7 claims which the former Chief Justice, Her Ladyship, Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, brought against our beloved Republic.
In respect of Her Ladyship’s claim for US$ 10 million damages, the Court held that “in light of the Court’s conclusions that Ghana has not violated any of the Applicant’s rights under the African Charter as alleged, the Court makes no decision on reparations.”
Thanks, again, to our team of illustrious State Attorneys who put in hours and hours of research to support the Republic’s defence. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
President John Dramani Mahama has called for greater unity among Africans and people of African descent across the world, stating that the shared history and enduring impact of the transatlantic slave trade require a collective response rooted in justice, solidarity, and common purpose.
Speaking at the historic Juneteenth commemoration in Ghana, President Mahama noted that for generations, the voices of Africa, the Caribbean, the Americas, and Latin America were fragmented, despite being connected by a common history of suffering and resilience.
The President described the joint observance of Juneteenth by Africa and the United States as a significant milestone, honoring the descendants of enslaved Africans who endured oppression and celebrating their strength, perseverance, and faith. He noted that Juneteenth commemorates the freedom of enslaved people in the United States who remained in bondage for two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had been issued.
President John Dramani Mahama said the gathering at Christiansborg Castle in Osu, one of the sites linked to the transatlantic slave trade, symbolized a renewed commitment to speaking with one voice and strengthening ties between Africa and its diaspora.
He emphasized that the global pursuit of justice extends beyond reparations and the restitution of cultural artifacts, calling instead for a more equitable world where opportunity, dignity, and prosperity are accessible to all.
“This is an example of speaking with one voice. Our work goes beyond reparations and the return of artifacts. It is advocacy for a more equal world, a world that offers opportunity to everyone, a fair and just world,” President Mahama stated.
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Today, we honour the fathers and father figures whose dedication strengthens our homes and our nation. Happy Father's Day to all.
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President John Dramani Mahama has called for a new phase of global engagement on reparatory justice, urging the international community to move beyond acknowledgment of historical injustices towards meaningful action, truth-telling, and reconciliation.
Speaking at the opening of the Next Steps High-Level Consultative Conference on Reparatory Justice in Accra, President Mahama noted that the transatlantic slave trade remains one of the gravest crimes against humanity, with consequences that continue to shape societies, institutions, and inequalities across generations.
The President reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to advancing the global reparations agenda and announced the establishment of three international panels on reparatory justice, restitution of cultural artefacts, and legal pathways for redress to support the next phase of international engagement.
President Mahama emphasized that while today's generation did not commit the atrocities of the transatlantic slave trade, it bears a collective responsibility to address the enduring consequences of that history through justice, dialogue, remembrance, and partnership.
The conference brought together an unprecedented gathering of global leaders and dignitaries, including the Presidents of Senegal, Namibia, Liberia, and São Tomé and Príncipe; the Prime Minister of Barbados; the Vice President of Equatorial Guinea; the Speaker of the Algerian Parliament; ministers and senior representatives from more than 80 countries; and former President John Agyekum Kufuor.
The gathering marks a significant milestone in the global conversation on reparatory justice and reinforces Ghana’s leadership in promoting dialogue, healing, and international cooperation on issues arising from the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade.
“Future generations will judge us not by the resolutions we adopted, but by the progress we achieved,” President Mahama stated.
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A delegation from the Bono Regional House of Chiefs paid a courtesy call on President John Dramani Mahama at the Presidency on Wednesday.
During the engagement, President Mahama underscored the importance of resolving chieftaincy disputes, noting that peace, stability, and unity are critical to accelerating development in communities across the country. He encouraged traditional authorities to continue working through the appropriate customary and judicial processes to address outstanding disputes.
The President also reaffirmed government's commitment to the development of the Bono Region, highlighting ongoing and planned investments in road infrastructure, healthcare, education, agriculture, and local economic development under key government initiatives.
President Mahama assured the chiefs of government's continued partnership with traditional authorities in advancing development, strengthening social cohesion, and improving the lives of the people of the Bono Region.
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President of Senegal, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, has arrived in Accra to participate in the Next Steps Conference on Reparatory Justice.
President Faye is among the keynote speakers at the conference, which is being hosted by President John Dramani Mahama in Accra.
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President of the Republic of Namibia, Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, has arrived in Accra, Ghana, to participate in the High-Level Consultative Conference on the Next Steps to the Landmark United Nations Resolution on the Trafficking of Enslaved Africans.
Hosted by President John Dramani Mahama, the conference brings together Heads of State and Government, global policymakers, and other key stakeholders to deliberate on issues of historical recognition, reparatory justice, accountability, and restitution for the enduring effects of slavery and colonial exploitation.
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President John Dramani Mahama has launched the Ghana National Research Fund (GNRF) with a seed capital of GH¢100 million to strengthen research, innovation, and knowledge-driven development in Ghana.
The Fund will support competitive research grants, doctoral and postdoctoral programmes, priority national research initiatives, and the development of a modern digital grants management system.
At the launch, President Mahama challenged researchers and scientists to develop practical solutions to national challenges, emphasizing the need for research that drives job creation, industrial growth, agricultural transformation, and improved livelihoods.
The President also directed the relevant ministries to take steps towards increasing support for research and innovation while positioning Ghana to benefit from international partnerships and funding opportunities.
The establishment of the Ghana National Research Fund marks a significant step in advancing science, technology, and innovation as key pillars of Ghana’s development agenda.
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President John Dramani Mahama has fulfilled a commitment made at the launch of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (MahamaCares), donating six months of his basic salary and leading government appointees in contributing one month of their basic salaries to support the initiative.
The combined contribution, amounting to GHS 6,102,737.80, was officially presented to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund on Monday by Deputy Chief of Staff (Administration), Nana Oye Bampoe Addo.
Receiving the donation, Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, Adjoa Obuobia Darko-Opoku, expressed appreciation for the contribution and commended the commitment demonstrated towards supporting Ghanaians in need of specialist medical care.
Speaking at the presentation, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting citizens facing serious health challenges and encouraged broader participation from individuals, institutions, and corporate bodies in sustaining the Fund. #MahamaCare
Government of Ghana’s strong reservations and high stakes diplomatic interventions following the Canadian Visa Refusal of Thomas Teye Partey of the Black Stars FIFA World Cup team.
Government releases over GHS 76 million for the Black Stars World Cup campaign.
Government, through the Ministry of Finance, has authorised the release of Seventy-Six Million, Four Hundred and Sixty-Six Thousand, Nine Hundred and Nineteen Ghana Cedis and Twenty Pesewas (GH₵ 76,466,919.20) to support the Senior National Football Team, the Black Stars.
This financial commitment is divided into two key disbursements to ensure the team’s successful participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, currently ongoing in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Advance for World Cup Preparations and Group Stages.
Government released Fifty-Eight Million, Nine Hundred and Twenty-Nine Thousand, Five Hundred Ghana Cedis (GHS 58,929,500.00), which is the cedi equivalent of US $5,000,000.00, as an advance payment to facilitate preparations and cover the costs associated with the team’s participation in the group stages of the World Cup.
This proactive funding underscores the government’s commitment to providing the team with the resources it needs to compete at the highest level and make the nation proud on the global stage.
Settlement of Outstanding Qualification Bonuses.
Additionally, the government has released Seventeen Million, Five Hundred and Thirty-Seven Thousand, Four Hundred and Nineteen Ghana Cedis and Twenty Pesewas (GHS 17,537,419.20), the cedi equivalent of US $1,488,000.00, for the settlement of outstanding bonuses owed to the team.
These payments are in fulfilment of the performance-based agreement established during the qualifying series. Under that arrangement, the team received 50% of their bonus during the qualifiers, with the remaining 50% contingent on successful qualification for the tournament.
Government remains steadfast in its support for the Black Stars and the development of sports in the country. We believe this timely release of funds will provide the stability and motivation needed for the technical team and players to focus on their core mandate: delivering success for the people of Ghana.
We call on all Ghanaians to continue to offer their unwavering support to the Black Stars as they embark on this prestigious journey to the World Cup. #BlackStars #Ghana
A privilege to visit the historic Brest Hero Fortress today to pay my respects to the brave souls who resisted the 1941 invasion. Their bravery is the foundation of Belarus’s modern industrial strength.
The complex is a very impressive symbol of patriotism and courage. May the memory of the heroes of the Brest Fortress continue to inspire love of our motherlands.
The Accused Persons in the case - THE REPUBLIC v BERNARD ANTWI-BOASIAKO & 2 OTHERS - called their 5th and last witness today. The witness was discharged from the witness box a while ago. That brought the entire trial to an end. The judge has scheduled July 3 for judgement.
On my way to Sawla to begin a two-day #ResettingGhana Tour of the Savanna Region. I am looking forward, after the project inspections and commencement of work on new projects, to my interaction with the chiefs, young Ghanaians and people of the region in Damongo on Saturday.