President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana has been ranked fifth on the 2026 Devex Power 50 list, a global ranking of influential leaders shaping how development financing is mobilised and deployed worldwide.
The annual list recognises individuals driving change in the global development ecosystem, particularly at a time when traditional foreign aid is declining and countries are increasingly exploring alternative financing models to support sustainable economic growth.
According to Devex, President Mahama’s recognition is largely attributed to his advocacy for the “Accra Reset” initiative—an approach aimed at securing sustainable development financing while safeguarding national sovereignty and reducing long-term dependence on external aid.
The publication noted that Mahama’s strategy has struck a chord across Africa, where governments are confronting rising debt burdens, shrinking aid flows, and mounting fiscal pressures.
Analysts say the ranking highlights Ghana’s growing visibility in global development policy circles and reflects broader continental efforts to redefine Africa’s engagement with international financial institutions and development partners.
By paqmediagh/Peter Quao Adattor
