Ghana's Presidential Bid for African Union Chairmanship: Securing Key Support

Ghana Seeks AU Chairmanship Support Accra, Ghana – June 10, 2025 – Ghana is actively pursuing the African Union (AU) Chairmanship position and has initiated diplomatic efforts to secure support from key member states. President John Mahama, during a ceremony to receive letters of credence from newly appointed ambassadors from Tunisia, Burundi, Greece, Vietnam, and Jamaica, highlighted Ghana's bid. He expressed confidence in strengthening diplomatic ties with these nations. "I believe that closer coordination between Ghana and Tunisia, in terms of the positions we take on multilateral issues, will be important going forward," stated President Mahama. Ghana's current position as the second vice-chair of the AU underscores its commitment to regional leadership. The pursuit of the AU Chairmanship represents a significant step for Ghana in its ambition to play a more prominent role in African affairs. The support of Burundi and Tunisia is seen as crucial to Ghana's success in securing the chairmanship. The outcome of Ghana's bid will have implications for the future direction of the African Union and its initiatives.