Mahama in London for High-Stakes Investment, Royal Engagements and Diaspora Meeting

President Mahama Arrives in London for High-Stakes Investment

and Royal Engagements

Ghana's President John Mahama has arrived in London for a high-level working visit to deepen economic ties between Ghana and the United Kingdom. The visit is expected to attract substantial investment and promote economic cooperation.

President Mahama was received on arrival by Lord Katz MBE of the Royal Household, the UK Foreign Office’s Special Representative, Gordon Wetherell, and Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom and Ireland, Sabah Zita Benson. During his visit, the President will feature a royal audience with King Charles III and a breakfast meeting with British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. He will use the trip to strengthen the long-standing bilateral relationship between Ghana and the UK, as well as to position Ghana as a preferred destination for investment.

Ghana Seeks Investment from the UK

As part of his itinerary, President Mahama will participate in a town hall meeting with members of the Ghanaian community in the UK. The event, hosted by the Ghana High Commission in London, will provide an opportunity for direct engagement with the diaspora. On Monday, the President will open the Ghana-UK Investment Summit at Raffles London, which is expected to bring together Ghanaian entrepreneurs and British investors to promote foreign direct investment and expand business partnerships.

Ghana's Growing Engagement with Global Financial Markets

President Mahama will also make an appearance at the London Stock Exchange, where he will ring the opening bell to mark the start of trading. This event is expected to highlight Ghana’s growing engagement with global financial markets. The President is also scheduled to address policy and business leaders at Chatham House and deliver a keynote speech at the 12th Africa Debate at London’s Guildhall.

The Implications of President Mahama’s Visit

The visit forms part of broader efforts to strengthen economic cooperation, attract investment, and showcase Ghana’s opportunities to the international business community. President Mahama is expected to conclude his visit on June 3.

Key Facts

President John Mahama arrived in London on May 31, 2026, and will meet with King Charles III and British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer during his visit. The visit is expected to attract significant investment and promote economic cooperation between Ghana and the UK. In addition, President Mahama will participate in a town hall meeting with the Ghanaian community in the UK and open the Ghana-UK Investment Summit at Raffles London. Further details of the President's engagements and meetings can be found below.