President John Dramani Mahama‘s Accra Reset initiative, with its strong emphasis on health sovereignty for the Global South, continues to draw significant international attention and support from global leaders.
Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, President Mahama announced the expansion of the Presidential Council under the Accra Reset, with the inclusion of several sitting Presidents and Prime Ministers.
The new members include leaders from South Africa, Kenya, India, Brazil, Egypt, Barbados, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Indonesia, and Nigeria, underscoring the growing global appeal and credibility of the initiative.
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In addition to current world leaders, President Mahama unveiled a distinguished Circle of Guardians made up of former Heads of State and Government renowned for their leadership and advocacy on global development issues.
This group includes former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, former Malawian President Joyce Banda, former Ghanaian President John Agyekum Kufuor, former Tanzanian President Jakaya Kikwete, and former Mauritian President Ameenah Gurib-Fakim.
A separate Circle of Guardians made up of former prime ministers was also announced.
Its members include Gro Harlem Brundtland of Norway, Hailemariam Desalegn Boshe of Ethiopia, Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom, Helen Clark of New Zealand, P.J. Patterson of Jamaica, Romano Prodi of Italy, and former African Union Chairperson Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma
The Accra Reset initiative seeks to reposition Ghana as a hub for collaborative global solutions, particularly in addressing health inequities and strengthening self-reliance among countries in the Global South.
The growing list of high-profile supporters reflects confidence in President Mahama’s vision and leadership on the international stage.
According to the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, President Mahama’s leadership continues to elevate Ghana’s standing in the comity of nations.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to working with global partners to co-create solutions that address shared challenges and improve the lives of people across the world.
As the Accra Reset gains momentum, Ghana’s role as a convening force for progressive global dialogue and action continues to strengthen, further enhancing the country’s international profile and influence.
