Ghana has been selected by France as the first beneficiary of its newly introduced National Health Compact, following high-level bilateral talks between President John Dramani Mahama and French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris.
The announcement was made by President Macron on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, during the bilateral meeting at the Élysée Palace, which came after President Mahama co-chaired the One Health Summit in Lyon.
The discussions between the two leaders covered key areas including health, agriculture, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, regional security, and Ghana’s economic recovery efforts.
President Macron highlighted the significance of the Accra Reset Initiative being championed by President Mahama, noting its strong recognition in recent international engagements. He also commended Ghana’s improving economic outlook and ongoing reforms.
The bilateral talks further spotlighted the proposed Accra–Kumasi Expressway as a major infrastructure project that could benefit from Franco-Ghanaian collaboration. France’s continued support for maternal health and agriculture in Ghana also featured prominently.
President Mahama was accorded a full state welcome with military honours at Les Invalides ahead of the official meeting with President Macron. The ceremony reflected the warm and longstanding diplomatic ties between the two nations.
As part of the visit, President Mahama held separate talks with the President of the French Senate, Gérard Larcher. Those discussions focused on strengthening trade and investment ties, enhancing regional security, and deepening cooperation in the fight against terrorism.
The Ghanaian leader was accompanied by a high-level delegation, including Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, National Security Advisor Prosper Bani, Secretary to the President Callistus Mahama, Presidential Advisor and Special Aide Joyce Mogtari, and Ghana’s Ambassador to France, Mavis Frimpong.
President Mahama welcomed the selection of Ghana as the inaugural beneficiary of the National Health Compact, describing it as a significant boost to the country’s healthcare system and ongoing reforms.