Ghana’s President Advocates Greater Inclusion of Women and Youth in Leadership

President John Dramani Mahama has called on African Union (AU) leaders to implement targeted initiatives that prioritize the inclusion of women and young people in leadership roles.

The Ghanaian Head of State made these remarks while addressing a High-Level Retreat on African Union Institutional Reforms at Kenya’s State House in Nairobi.

According to him, youth are largely marginalized in policymaking despite representing over 60% of Africa’s population. He emphasized that integrating women and youth into leadership structures would not only enrich decision-making processes but also unlock untapped potential critical to Africa’s development.

President Mahama also addressed the continent’s over-reliance on foreign partners, stating that this dependence undermines the AU’s independence and self-determination.

He urged member states to commit to resource mobilization within Africa, advocating for greater ownership of the union’s programs and reforms.

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