President Mahama outlines thinking behind the Accra Reset

Looking ahead to Ghana’s 2027 AU Chairmanship, President Mahama said Ghana intends to make the chairmanship impactful, with priorities including advancing regional integration, facilitating the movement of goods across Africa and supporting continental efforts to promote peace and security.

By Iddi YireAccra, Sept 28, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama, speaking at the Council on Foreign Relations in New York, has outlined the thinking behind the Accra Reset and Ghana’s broader vision for a more self-reliant and integrated Africa.

A statement issued by Ghana’s Presidency said President Mahama said the Accra Reset was prompted by the withdrawal of $174 million in programmed development support, including a $74 million annual gap in the health sector, exposing vulnerabilities in critical areas such as medical research, HIV testing and PEPFAR-supported programmes.