President Mahama
The President, John Dramani Mahama, has told Ghana’s envoys that their success in diplomacy will no longer be judged by ceremonies and protocols, but by the concrete investments, trade, and opportunities they secure for the people of Ghana.
Speaking during the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Ambassadors’ Conference, orientation of new envoys, and launch of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in Accra on Monday, September 1, 2025, the President said Ghana’s foreign policy is now rooted in economic diplomacy. He explained that the country’s missions abroad must serve as hubs for promoting trade, attracting investment, and fostering innovation.
“Our missions must promote Ghana’s priority sectors such as industrialisation, renewable energy, digital services, agro-processing, infrastructure, and tourism,” President Mahama said. “We must also expand export markets for value-added products like cocoa, shea butter, textiles, and digital services.”
The President also urged envoys to mobilise the Ghanaian diaspora, not only for remittances but as investors, innovators, and partners in development. He stressed that transparency, accountability, and professionalism must guide the work of Ghana’s foreign missions to rebuild public trust and uphold the country’s diplomatic credibility.
On global challenges, President Mahama highlighted climate change as Ghana’s most urgent concern, calling for stronger climate diplomacy to promote renewable energy, sustainable farming, and environmental protection. He noted that Ghana’s greatest resource is not gold, oil, or cocoa, but its people, whose skills, education, and innovation must be supported through scholarships and international training opportunities.
The President formally launched new KPIs for heads of mission, which will track performance in economic diplomacy, diaspora engagement, financial management, security, and ethical compliance. He stressed that ambassadorial appointments are no longer ceremonial positions for retirees but a solemn duty to secure real opportunities for Ghana’s development.