President John Dramani Mahama has called on African leaders to focus on peace, economic stability, and good governance to attract sustainable investment across the continent.
Speaking at the ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD 9) in Tokyo, Japan, on Thursday, August 21, Mahama emphasized that Africa’s global competitiveness depends on deliberate reforms not wishful thinking.
“Trade investment will not come to Africa merely because we wish it. We must undertake the hard and necessary reforms to make Africa an attractive destination for investment.”
He stressed that while international partnerships are valuable, the responsibility lies with African governments to create a conducive environment for business.
“A lot of the responsibility rests on the shoulders of African leaders. We must reform our economies and make them more stable and predictable. And it is why we must reform our governance and make public service accountable and free of corruption.”
He also warned that conflict and weak institutions deter investors, urging leaders to “silence the guns and stop the fighting.”
Mahama reiterated his advocacy for “win-win” partnerships that benefit both Africa and its global allies.
