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Beyond US Visa Restriction Reversal: Ghana Moves to Renegotiate 15% Tariff and Secure AGOA Renewal

Evans Junior Owuby Evans Junior Owu
October 1, 2025
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President John Dramani Mahama

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President John Dramani Mahama has announced ongoing negotiations with the United States to address key trade and diplomatic issues, including a 15% tariff on exports and the renewal of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), while reaffirming Ghana’s sovereignty in recent agreements with Washington.

The President made the disclosure during the commissioning of a new batch of Ambassadors and High Commissioners in Accra, where he underscored the importance of diplomacy in strengthening Ghana’s global partnerships while protecting national interests.

In his address, President Mahama clarified that Ghana’s recent success in reversing visa restrictions imposed by the U.S. government was achieved through careful negotiations that prioritized the welfare of Ghanaians.

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“Many of you are aware that Ghana became the only country subject to U.S. visa restrictions to secure a complete reversal from the Trump administration. Let me state clearly that this outcome was negotiated in Ghana’s best interest”.

President John Dramani Mahama

He explained that one of the conditions put forward by U.S. authorities related to the problem of Ghanaian nationals overstaying their visas, particularly students and members of government delegations who failed to return home.

“These are people who go and instead of coming back, they decide to stay, and so they have the record. When they draw the threshold and you’re above it, then they cancel your five-year visas and bring you to B-5, B-3”.

President John Dramani Mahama

President Mahama stressed that his government gave assurances to the U.S. to collaborate in addressing the issue, urging Ghanaians to respect visa conditions to avoid jeopardizing future opportunities. “So those of you applying for visas, please, when you go, come back because you affect everybody else,” he appealed.

The President dismissed suggestions that financial inducements were part of the arrangement. “Let me also emphasize that there was no financial consideration as part of the understanding between Ghana and the United States,” he stated firmly.

Turning to trade matters, President Mahama revealed that discussions are ongoing with U.S. counterparts to review a 15% tariff on exports and to secure the extension of AGOA, which allows African countries duty-free access to the U.S. market.

The President assured the public that these talks will be guided by the principles of national dignity and economic sovereignty. He emphasized that Ghana’s cooperation with Washington does not undermine its independence or expose it to unfair treatment.

“I wish to assure my countrymen and women that our understanding with the U.S. does not undermine our sovereignty, security, or stability. Ghana will not, and I repeat, will not become a dumping ground for deportees, nor will we accept individuals with criminal backgrounds”.

President John Dramani Mahama

He further explained that the agreement reached with the U.S. was carefully limited, vetted, and consistent with ECOWAS protocols, reflecting Ghana’s broader Pan-African approach to diplomacy. “It reflects Ghana’s Pan-African commitment to regional cooperation while safeguarding our dignity and sovereignty,” he added.

Addressing the new envoys, the President reminded them of their responsibility not only to negotiate but also to manage perceptions and protect Ghana’s international image. “Diplomacy involves more than just negotiation. It also encompasses managing perceptions and safeguarding your nation’s reputation,” he said, urging them to provide clarity when questions arise about Ghana’s foreign policy.

The government’s effort to renegotiate tariffs and secure AGOA’s renewal comes at a time when Ghana is seeking to expand its export base, attract foreign investment, and deepen economic ties with global partners.

Analysts believe that successfully reducing tariffs and renewing AGOA could significantly enhance Ghana’s competitiveness in U.S. markets, particularly in agriculture, textiles, and light manufacturing.

At the same time, President Mahama’s remarks on visa compliance highlight the delicate balance between meeting international obligations and protecting citizens’ rights abroad. The President’s firm rejection of any plan to accept deportees with criminal backgrounds has been welcomed as a strong assertion of Ghana’s sovereignty in the face of external pressures.

The commissioning ceremony marked the beginning of new assignments for Ghana’s envoys, who are expected to represent the nation’s interests abroad with professionalism and vigilance. With global economic shifts and heightened diplomatic challenges, the President’s message sought to equip them with clarity of purpose as they assume their roles.

By linking the reversal of visa restrictions to broader trade negotiations, President Mahama painted a picture of a government actively engaged in advancing Ghana’s interests on multiple fronts. His insistence on dignity, sovereignty, and regional solidarity underscored the principles that will continue to guide Ghana’s foreign relations in the years ahead.

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Tags: 15% tariffAGOA renewalECOWAS protocolsGhana ambassadorsGhana diplomacyGhana-US relationsPan-African cooperationPresident John Dramani Mahamasovereigntytrade negotiationsU.S.-Ghana partnershipvisa restrictions reversal
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