Ghana has chosen “execution over excuses and is digitalising public services to fight corruption”, President John Dramani Mahama has said. He made the remarks when addressing the National Assembly of Zambia in Lusaka on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Speaking about the Accra Reset Initiative, President Mahama said Africa must take control of its own development. He warned that many African countries remain trapped in what he calls triple dependency — relying on foreign powers for security, donors for health and education, and suppliers of critical minerals while capturing little or no value — a situation that undermines true sovereignty.
“The Accra Reset does not seek to disrupt global partnerships. It advocates building new alliances to transform global systems that have long been unfair to Africa and much of the global south,” President Mahama said.
He stressed the need for unity, self-reliance, and the use of Africa’s own strengths to drive industrial growth and economic transformation.
President Mahama also called for reforms to global governance, including greater representation for African countries in institutions such as the UN Security Council, and changes to the global financial system that he said keep Africa in debt and poverty.
At the national level, President Mahama said Ghana is putting these principles into practice. Since returning to office a year ago, his administration has focused on economic recovery, job creation, and inclusive growth. He said government efficiency has improved by reducing the number of ministers and deputies to 58, while digital systems are helping to reduce corruption and speed up public services.
The President highlighted Ghana’s recent economic gains, noting that inflation has fallen from 23.4% at the end of 2024 to 3.8% in January 2026. He urged other African countries to follow a similar path of practical action, transparency, and the use of modern digital tools in governance.
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