President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in London to address the 2026 Financial Times (FT) Africa Summit, where global leaders, investors and policymakers are gathering to discuss Africa’s economic prospects and investment opportunities.
The President is expected to outline key strategies for accelerating economic growth, attracting international investment and addressing emerging challenges confronting African economies.
As Chair of the Presidential Council of the Accra Reset initiative, President Mahama will also share perspectives on Africa’s changing economic landscape, highlighting opportunities for sustainable development, financial mobilisation and stronger international partnerships.
The two-day summit brings together African heads of state, global business executives and leading institutional investors to explore practical measures for promoting inclusive growth and unlocking investment across the continent.
Discussions will focus on Africa’s position in the evolving global economic order, particularly the need to mobilise capital, strengthen economic resilience and expand opportunities for development.
Following his engagements in London, President Mahama will travel to Bahir Dar, Ethiopia, to chair the 12th Tana High-Level Forum on Security in Africa.
As Chairperson of the Tana Forum, he is scheduled to present the State of Security in Africa Report on Saturday, October 24, 2026.
The forum will bring together African leaders, security experts and policymakers to examine emerging security threats and strengthen cooperation in addressing the continent’s peace and security challenges.
