President John Dramani Mahama has left Accra for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to participate in the 39th Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union.

The news was shared on the X page of the Presidency on Friday, February 13, 2026.

At the summit, President Mahama is expected to lead and engage in a number of discussions on reparations, gender equality and financial inclusion.

"President Mahama, who is leading a number of engagements for the Union including Reparations, Gender and Financial Inclusion will co-host a number of high level side events during the period of the Summit," the post stated.

As part of his engagements, the president will also host a breakfast meeting on Saturday, February 14, 2026, centred on the Accra Reset initiative, under the theme “Addis Reckoning.”

The event is expected to provide a platform for reflection and renewed commitment to Africa’s development agenda.

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"He will also host a breakfast event on Saturday on the Accra Reset initiative dubbed ‘Addis Reckoning’', it noted.

In addition to the official AU programme, President John Dramani Mahama is scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with fellow African leaders and heads of multilateral organisations.

He will also participate in an Italy–Africa Forum, further strengthening diplomatic and economic ties.

He is accompanied by the First Lady, Lordina Dramani Mahama, who will attend the summit of the Organisation of African First Ladies for Development (OAFLAD), where discussions will focus on development initiatives championed by African First Ladies across the continent.

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President Mahama and the First Lady are expected to return to Accra on Monday, February 16. 2026.

See the post below:

President John Dramani Mahama has left Accra for Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, to attend the 39th Assembly of Heads of State and Government of the African Union.

President Mahama, who is leading a number of engagements for the Union including Reparations, Gender and Financial… pic.twitter.com/Hclv5o4fFK

— Ghana Presidency (@GhanaPresidency) February 13, 2026