Ghana is prioritizing action over excuses, using digital technology to fight corruption and improve public services, President John Dramani Mahama has stated. He made the remarks while addressing the National Assembly of Zambia in Lusaka on Thursday, February 5, 2026.
Speaking on the Accra Reset Initiative, President Mahama emphasized that Africa must lead its own development. He warned that many African nations remain caught in “triple dependency”—relying on foreign powers for security, donors for health and education, and suppliers for critical minerals—while capturing little value, a situation that undermines true sovereignty.
“The Accra Reset does not aim to disrupt global partnerships,” President Mahama said. “Rather, it seeks to build new alliances that transform global systems, which have long been unfair to Africa and much of the Global South.”
He highlighted the importance of unity, self-reliance, and harnessing Africa’s own resources to drive industrialization and economic transformation. President Mahama also called for reforms in global governance, including greater representation for African countries in institutions such as the UN Security Council, and restructuring the global financial system that keeps Africa in debt and poverty.
At the national level, Ghana is putting these principles into practice. Since returning to office a year ago, President Mahama’s administration has focused on economic recovery, job creation, and inclusive growth. Government efficiency has improved through a reduction in the number of ministers and deputies to 58, while digital systems are helping to reduce corruption and speed up the delivery of public services.
