President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana’s Reset Agenda is helping to rebuild public confidence in the country’s democratic institutions while reinforcing accountability and good governance.

In his New Year’s address to the nation on January 1, 2026, the President described the Reset Agenda as a major change in Ghana’s approach to governance, both domestically and internationally. He said the policy framework is already producing measurable results at home, including a more streamlined public sector, stronger accountability mechanisms and an intensified fight against corruption.

According to President Mahama, these reforms have contributed to a renewed sense of trust among citizens in Ghana’s democratic system, reversing what he said had been a period of declining public confidence.

He also pointed to the international impact of the Reset Agenda, noting that Ghana’s standing within the global community has improved as a result of the reforms.

The President revealed that he used Ghana’s participation at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly to outline the country’s vision for a more equitable global order through what he termed the Accra Reset Initiative. He explained that the initiative seeks to reform global governance structures by addressing longstanding inequalities and expanding opportunities for Africa and other nations in the Global South.

President Mahama said Ghana is committed to working with other reform-minded leaders around the world to advance changes that reflect the realities of today’s interconnected global challenges.
“This is our moment. This is Ghana’s moment to lead,” the President stated, reaffirming his administration’s determination to position Ghana as a leading voice for reform, fairness and democratic renewal on the international stage.