President John Mahama has sounded a powerful call to action for Africa to redefine its role in the evolving landscape of global trade. Speaking at the 2025 Kwahu Business Forum, Mahama emphasised that the continent must transition from its longstanding reliance on trade alone and step confidently into the arena of industrialisation, digital entrepreneurship, and agribusiness. His message came with urgency and conviction, urging African nations to seize the moment as global geopolitical dynamics shift in response to ongoing trade wars among the world’s economic superpowers.
He noted that Africa has historically missed out on the benefits of major global transitions—from the Cold War to the age of globalisation—and warned that the current reordering of global economics may present one of the last real opportunities for the continent to assert itself. With political and economic tensions reshaping production and consumption patterns worldwide, Mahama believes Africa must not stand on the sidelines this time.
“The world is changing and new opportunities are being thrown up,” the president stated, encouraging leaders, businesses, and entrepreneurs to reimagine the continent's place in the global economy. For Mahama, this is not just an economic necessity but a mental shift. “Africa must shake itself out of the mindset that we are only traders,” he declared, pointing to a future where African countries lead in innovation, production, and technology.
His message struck a chord with participants at the forum, which has become a key platform for discussing innovative economic strategies for Ghana and the broader African continent. The Kwahu Business Forum brought together policymakers, investors, and visionaries to brainstorm ideas that could unlock Africa’s untapped potential and transform challenges into economic triumphs.
Mahama’s remarks also stressed the importance of African unity and cooperation in this new era. With global supply chains becoming increasingly uncertain and competitive, he believes that Africa must move with strategic coordination, embracing intra-continental trade and using its vast resources to build industries that can compete globally.
The former president’s speech was more than a policy recommendation—it was a rallying cry for a new economic identity. By pushing for manufacturing, high-tech ventures, and value-added agriculture, Mahama envisions an Africa that is not only self-reliant but also a critical player on the world stage.
His statement, “We can be anything that we want,” captured the spirit of hope and determination that underscored his entire address. It was an inspiring reminder that with the right vision and bold steps, Africa can rise to meet this historic moment and shape its own economic destiny.
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