John Dramani Mahama
JamaicapoliticianMaleb. 19587.9Global Dominance: 0.00%John Dramani Mahama is a Ghanaian politician and a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). He served as the President of Ghana from 2012 to 2017, following the death of his predecessor, John Atta Mills. Mahama has been a vocal advocate for good governance and has focused on infrastructure development, education, and healthcare during his political career. He returned to the presidency in 2025, emphasizing a strong commitment to fighting corruption and ensuring accountability in governance.
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During this Emancipendence period, the government of Jamaica is hosting the current President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, on a state visit.
Elizabeth Morgan | Emancipendence and strengthening relations with African countries | CommentaryJamaica· 2026-08-05
The President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, appointed Rev. Wengam as Board Chair of the Ghana Immigration Service.
Assemblies of God Ghana General Superintendent on Apostolic Mission to Gambia
Gambia· 2026-08-05
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama declared that the global reparations movement has reached a defining moment.
Reparations movement at defining moment, says Ghanaian leader | NewsJamaica· 2026-08-05
John Dramani Mahama is the President of the Republic of Ghana who is scheduled for an official visit to Jamaica.
Jamaica’s embassy in Dominican Republic to be closed temporarily | NewsJamaica· 2026-07-30
John Dramani Mahama wore the fugu, a traditional tunic symbolizing Ghana since Kwame Nkrumah.
Look, pouvoir, diplomatie : la leçon de style d'Oligui à Accra | Gabonreview.com
Gabon· 2026-07-29John Dramani Mahama is the Ghanaian president who hosted the Gabonese president for discussions on cooperation.
Gabon-Ghana : Libreville et Accra signent deux accords pour donner un nouvel élan à leur coopération | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-07-29
John Dramani Mahama is the Ghanaian counterpart who welcomed Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema at the airport.
Oligui Nguema au Ghana : trois jours pour sceller un nouveau partenariat stratégique | Gabonreview.comGabon· 2026-07-28John Dramani Mahama is the president of Ghana who will meet with Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema during his visit.
Oligui Nguema attendu au Ghana – Journal du Gabon
Cameroon· 2026-07-27Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama said declining international health funding should encourage African countries to increase domestic investment.
Samia’s push for Africa’s health independence
Tanzania· 2026-07-22
Donatus Akamugri Atanga praised the commitment of President John Dramani Mahama to strengthen cooperation between the two countries.
Coopération transfrontalière: le Burkina et le Ghana misent sur une action concertée
Burkina Faso· 2026-07-09
John Dramani Mahama is the President of Ghana who was involved in the planned bilateral meetings with South Africa.
Ghana delays South Africa meetings over anti-migrant violenceTanzania· 2026-07-08
John Dramani Mahama is the President of Ghana who met with Sheikh Shakhbout bin Nahyan to discuss enhancing bilateral relations.
رئيس غانا وشخبوط بن نهيان يبحثان تعزيز العلاقات الثنائية
United Arab Emirates· 2026-07-08
John Dramani Mahama is the current president of Ghana who honored Jerry John Rawlings' legacy during a memorial ceremony.
Ghana : Le NDC rebaptise son siège au nom de Jerry John RawlingsCameroon· 2026-06-23
Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama told delegates that history does not ask us to inherit guilt, but it asks us to inherit responsibility.
African, Caribbean states back slavery reparations plan at Ghana meetingTanzania· 2026-06-21
Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama told delegates that history asks us to inherit responsibility regarding the transatlantic slave trade.
African and Caribbean leaders adopted a 19-point reparations plan in Ghana
United States· 2026-06-21
Ghana's bill is awaiting sign-off by President John Dramani Mahama, who has previously said he would sign such a measure into law.
African lawmakers back tougher anti-LGBT laws
Taiwan· 2026-06-20
President John Dramani Mahama has made reparatory justice one of the defining themes of Ghana's foreign policy.
Boakai Urges Africa to Broaden Reparations Agenda | News
Liberia· 2026-06-19
Ghanaian President, John Dramani Mahama reinforced the call for a paradigm shift in how Africa manages its resources and engages with the global economy.
Mahama, Adesina Declare Africa’s Rise | RegionLiberia· 2026-06-03
President Ruto began his 2025 foreign engagements with a trip to Ghana in January, where he attended the inauguration of John Dramani Mahama in Accra.
Ruto's diplomatic offensive in 52 weeks
Kenya· 2026-06-02
President John Dramani Mahama is expected to sign the new legislation into law.
Gay people to be jailed in Ghana under new legislation
New Zealand· 2026-05-31
Mahama took office and is now facing pressure to sign the bill criminalizing LGBTQ promotion.
Ghana lawmakers approve bill criminalizing LGBTQ 'promotion', official saysTanzania· 2026-05-30
President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that the government is in the final stages of establishing a Women’s Development Bank to expand financial opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
Women’s Development Bank in final stages of setting up — Mahama at 69th Independence Day
Ghana· 2026-03-06
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to serve Ghanaians with integrity, humility and unwavering dedication.
I pledge to serve with integrity, humility and unwavering dedication — MahamaGhana· 2026-03-06King Charles III extended congratulations to President John Dramani Mahama and the people of Ghana as the country marks its Independence Day.
King Charles sends Independence Day wishes, highlights Ghana–UK friendshipGhana· 2026-03-06
President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized the nation's unity, democratic maturity and collective responsibility in building a prosperous future.
Ghana’s democracy endured because we ‘compete without destroying’ — Mahama at 69th Independence DayGhana· 2026-03-06
President John Dramani Mahama has stated that his administration is intensifying the fight against corruption by strengthening institutions and protecting anti-corruption agencies from political interference.
Mahama reiterates commitment to stronger anti-corruption fight, says no one is above the lawGhana· 2026-03-06President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to place the nation above political, ethnic and personal interests as the country marked its 69th Independence Anniversary.
President Mahama calls for unity, discipline as Ghana marks 69th Independence AnniversaryGhana· 2026-03-06
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Ghana will submit a motion to the United Nations seeking the formal recognition of slavery and the transatlantic slave trade as the gravest crimes against humanity.
President Mahama calls for global recognition of slavery as crime against humanityGhana· 2026-03-06
President John Dramani Mahama has called on young people in Ghana to take advantage of digital technologies and innovation to drive the country’s future development.
Harness digital opportunities to drive Ghana’s future - President Mahama to youthGhana· 2026-03-06President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated a new pasta manufacturing facility by Olam Agri in Ghana.
President Mahama inaugurates Olam Agri pasta manufacturing facilityGhana· 2026-03-06
