Africa does not seek sympathy – Mahama reminds the West

12th Africa Debate 2026: Ghana witnessing renewed growth - Pres Mahama

PRESIDENT John Dramani Mahama has stated that Ghana is witnessing renewed growth and improved investor confidence after several years of declined confidence in the economy. Addressing investors at the 12th Africa Debate in London yesterday, President Mahama said when he  assumed office in January 2025, Ghana was confronted with one of its most difficult economic periods in recent history with high inflation, weakened investor confidence, a depre…

Africa does not seek sympathy – Mahama reminds the West

President John Dramani Mahama has called for a major shift in how Africa engages with the global economy, arguing that the continent must move beyond being a supplier of raw materials to industrialised nations. Speaking at the Africa Debate 2026 in London, Mahama said Africa is no longer seeking sympathy from the international community but wants partnerships built on mutual benefit.* “Africa does not seek sympathy. Africa seeks partnerships, fa…

Africa does not seek sympathy but mutually beneficial partnerships

President John Dramani Mahama has declared that Ghana is open for business, touting the country's improving economic indicators and renewed investor confidence while calling for a new era of equitable partnerships between Africa and the global community.

Africa seeks fair partnerships, not sympathy - President Mahama

By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Mahama has urged global partners to engage Africa on the basis of fairness and mutual benefit, stressing that the continent is no longer interested in aid-driven narratives but in structured partnerships that deliver shared prosperity. Speaking at the 12th Africa Debates held at London’s Guildhall, President Mahama said Africa rejects outdated perceptions that position it as a continent in perpetual…