Africa cannot achieve sustainable development in isolation - Mahama

John Dramani Mahama stressed that "no African country can achieve sustainable development on its own" on Sunday in London during his official visit to the United Kingdom. He was speaking at a diaspora town hall meeting.

President Mahama said Africa's transformation depends on deeper collaboration among nations and a renewed commitment to unity. He noted that Ghana has consistently championed the cause of African integration and continues to support initiatives aimed at strengthening economic ties across the continent. He highlighted the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as a key vehicle for boosting intra-African trade, attracting investment and removing barriers to the movement of people, goods and services. He added that the AfCFTA was designed to create opportunities for Africans to invest across borders and move freely within the continent. President Mahama also touted Ghana's visa-free policy for holders of African passports, describing it as a practical measure to promote mobility, strengthen trade relations and deepen people-to-people connections across Africa. He explained that Ghana has made visas to the country for all African passport holders free of charge and introduced the e-Visa system.

President Mahama urged African leaders to remain committed to integration efforts. He stressed that unity, cooperation and collective action are essential for the continent's long-term prosperity and shared future.