Ghana’s presence at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York has been marked by a confident assertion of leadership, vision, and renewed commitment to multilateralism.
Senior Presidential Advisor, Joyce Bawah Mogtari, has highlighted the significance of the delegation led by President John Dramani Mahama, stressing that Ghana is not in New York simply to participate but to help shape solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
“This global gathering of leaders is not only about speeches in the hallowed halls of the Assembly, but it is also about democracy, leadership, ideas, policies, and partnerships that shape the future of nations”.
Senior Presidential Advisor, Joyce Bawah Mogtari,
Among the standout highlights of Ghana’s participation has been President Mahama’s role as African Union Champion for Financial Institutions and Reparations. Leveraging this platform, the President convened highly impactful sessions on the sidelines of the Assembly, the most notable being the launch of the Accra Reset.
Framed as a bold initiative, the Reset seeks to mobilize sustainable financing for stronger healthcare systems under the Mahama Cares Fund.
The initiative, which has already attracted significant international attention, positions health as a proof of concept for reimagined global governance, particularly for the Global South.
According to Bawah Mogtari, it represents President Mahama’s determination to champion innovative financing models that directly improve lives and strengthen resilience.
NASDAQ Ghana’s Visit
Another symbolic moment for the Ghanaian delegation came during a historic visit to NASDAQ, ahead of the Ghana–US Business Summit.
According to her, President Mahama used the occasion to make a strong case for investment in Ghana, sending a clear message that the country is ready and open for business. “Ghana is open for business,” she reiterated, engaging business leaders on opportunities in infrastructure, green energy, digital transformation, and industrialisation.
Bawah Mogtari underscored that these engagements reflect the President’s vision for Ghana’s “Big Push”—a development strategy anchored on investments in infrastructure, education, renewable energy, and industrial transformation.
“From showcasing the promise of a brighter future to advancing the Big Push for infrastructure, education, green energy, and industrialisation, Ghana is positioning itself as a model of good governance and visionary leadership”.
Senior Presidential Advisor, Joyce Bawah Mogtari,
Additionally, Bawah Mogtari noted that at UNGA80, Ghana’s role has gone beyond national interests. President Mahama has been vocal on the need for stronger global cooperation to tackle climate change, promote gender equality, and accelerate the digital transformation agenda.
These priorities, his delegation argues, are not only aligned with Ghana’s development trajectory but also with the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
Commitment to Mulilateralism
“President Mahama’s presence underscores his belief in multilateralism and his commitment to ensuring Ghana plays its rightful role in shaping global solutions,” Bawah Mogtari stated. This, she explained, is why Ghana’s engagements are framed within a global context, addressing existential issues such as climate change while also sharing local success stories that could inspire other nations.
For the Ghanaian delegation, the General Assembly also represents an opportunity to tell Ghana’s story to the world—a story, in Bawah Mogtari’s words, “of hope, resilience, and opportunity.” She noted that under President Mahama’s leadership, Ghana has sought not only to consolidate democracy at home but also to contribute meaningfully to global governance debates.
“Ghana is not at the UN merely to listen; we are here to contribute, to share lessons, and to forge partnerships that empower our citizens and generations to come,” she wrote. This positioning, she added, ensures that Ghana’s voice is heard not just as an observer but as an active participant in shaping global policies.
In her reflections, Bawah Mogtari highlighted the value of the numerous high-level meetings and dialogues President Mahama has been part of during the Assembly. She suggested that these engagements have reinforced Ghana’s standing as a credible partner for development and investment.
They have also provided an avenue for advancing the President’s domestic and foreign policy priorities, especially in areas of finance, healthcare, and sustainable development.
As President Mahama prepares to deliver his official address to the Assembly later in the week, expectations are high that his message will reinforce the themes already projected through the Accra Reset, the NASDAQ engagement, and other key side events.
For Bawah Mogtari and the Ghanaian delegation, the stakes are clear: Ghana must seize every opportunity at UNGA80 to consolidate its reputation as a country committed to progress, innovation, and responsible global leadership.
The 80th Session of the UN General Assembly has brought together leaders at a time of rising global challenges, from inequality and climate threats to fragile health systems and economic uncertainty.
Against this backdrop, Ghana’s voice, as articulated by its President and delegation, is being positioned as a beacon of clarity and purpose. “As we engage in high-level meetings and dialogues with global leaders, one truth stands clear: Ghana’s story under President Mahama is one of hope, resilience, and opportunity,” Bawah Mogtari concluded.
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