President Mahama encourages African leaders to combat corruption and promote economic growth

President John Dramani Mahama has passionately called upon leaders across the African continent to take robust and immediate action against the pervasive issue of corruption, which he argues significantly undermines development and siphons off critical resources needed for progress. Speaking at the esteemed Africa Prosperity Dialogues 2025 held in Accra, he articulated that economic growth cannot flourish in environments plagued by conflict and instability.

"We need to ensure peace and security because we can’t grow economically in times of unrest," Mahama emphasized, underlining the urgency for governments to transition from mere rhetoric to tangible, decisive actions. He expressed his concern that without decisive measures, noble discussions would remain hollow promises, ineffective in addressing the continent's pressing challenges.

Mahama highlighted that the dialogue represents a pivotal moment for Africa, asserting that leaders must prioritize unity and foster economic collaboration. "Together, we have the potential to create a stronger, self-sufficient, and globally competitive Africa," he declared. He invoked the enduring words of Ghana's first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, who spoke of the profound interconnections among African nations. "The things that unite us are indeed stronger than the problems that divide us," Mahama asserted, urging leaders to capitalize on this shared heritage to unlock new pathways for economic growth and development.

In addition to addressing issues of unity and economic collaboration, Mahama commended the Africa Prosperity Network for their commendable efforts in orchestrating this essential dialogue, reaffirming Ghana's commitment to supporting future initiatives aimed at fostering prosperity across the continent.

He sees this conference as a landmark opportunity for Africa, one that could facilitate the realization of the continent's full potential and ensure it takes its rightful place in the global economic landscape. The event saw participation from various leaders, including President Faure Gnassingbé of Togo and President Azali Assoumani of Comoros, all of whom gathered to engage in meaningful discussions about the continent’s economic future and strategic opportunities for cooperative advancement.