Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi welcomed Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama in New El Alamein City on Sunday, October 4, 2026, on the sidelines of the 8th African Union Mid-Year Coordination Meeting. The meeting was an opportunity for the two leaders to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation between Egypt and Ghana. President El-Sisi congratulated President Mahama on Ghana's selection to chair the African Union in 2027.
During the meeting, President El-Sisi expressed his country's keenness to continue developing bilateral cooperation with Ghana in various fields, particularly economic, trade, and investment areas. He emphasized the importance of benefiting from the growing capabilities of the private sector in both countries. The Egyptian President also commended the significant expansion of Egyptian companies operating in Ghana and the support provided by the Ghanaian government to enhance their success and expand their investments.
President El-Sisi highlighted the historical and strong political relations between Egypt and Ghana, which date back several decades. He expressed his aspiration for close cooperation and coordination with Ghana during its upcoming chairmanship of the African Union, aiming to promote African unity and serve the continent's interests. The Egyptian President also praised Ghana's growing economy and its potential for further development.
President Mahama expressed his appreciation for the distinguished historical relations between Ghana and Egypt, emphasizing his country's desire to continue coordinating and consulting with Egypt during Ghana's AU chairmanship. He valued Egypt's pivotal role in supporting development efforts and economic integration in Africa, as well as the expertise and capabilities of Egyptian companies in various sectors.
The two leaders discussed ways to enhance trade and investment exchange between Egypt and Ghana, focusing on areas of priority for Ghana where Egypt has extensive experience. President Mahama acknowledged the active contributions of Egyptian companies to Ghana's development efforts, citing their expertise and distinguished capabilities in various sectors.
The meeting between President El-Sisi and President Mahama reflects the strong commitment of both countries to strengthening their bilateral ties and promoting cooperation at the African level. Egypt and Ghana have a long history of cooperation, and the two leaders are expected to continue working together to advance their shared interests and promote regional development.
The African Union Mid-Year Coordination Meeting, where the two leaders met, is an important platform for discussing continental issues and promoting African unity. Egypt and Ghana's cooperation is expected to play a significant role in shaping the AU's agenda and promoting African development.
Key points
- Egypt and Ghana have a long history of cooperation, and the two countries are committed to strengthening their bilateral ties.
- The two leaders discussed ways to enhance trade and investment exchange between Egypt and Ghana.
- Egypt and Ghana's cooperation is expected to play a significant role in shaping the AU's agenda and promoting African development.
