São Tomé Prime Minister Commends Ghana as a Model of Democracy

H.E. Americo Ramos, Prime Minister of São Tomé and Príncipe, commended Ghana’s democratic achievements during the launch of the African Political Parties Initiative. He highlighted the significance of Ghana’s December 2024 elections and advocated for African unity. The initiative aims to enhance governance and political cooperation across the continent.

The Prime Minister of São Tomé and Príncipe, H.E. Americo Ramos, praised Ghana as a beacon of democracy while addressing the launch of the Africa Political Parties Initiative in Accra on March 7, 2025. He highlighted Ghana’s successful December 2024 elections, which resulted in the re-election of President John Dramani Mahama, affirming Ghana’s significant role in Africa’s history of resisting colonialism and oppression.

H.E. Ramos emphasized the importance of unity among African nations, urging leaders to derive inspiration from Ghana’s founding President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah. He expressed optimism regarding the African Political Parties Initiative by the Africa Governance Centre, advocating it as a transformative opportunity for Africa through enhanced political collaboration and engagement.

The Prime Minister confirmed his commitment to support the African Political Parties Initiative as it gears up for the main Summit in July. He encouraged other political entities across the continent to engage with this initiative actively. Dr. Nelson Oppong, Executive Director of the African Governance Centre, reiterated the initiative’s aim to promote governance, political cooperation, and economic transformation in Africa.

Also in attendance was Alejandro Moreno, President of COPPPAL, who praised the Africa Governance Centre for strengthening political inclusion and participation in Africa and the Caribbean. He noted that the initiative would facilitate interaction among African political parties, thereby enhancing democracy and societal well-being.

Dignitaries at the event included President Mahama, Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, and other influential figures. The African Political Parties Initiative aims to bolster democratic practices and political structures across the continent, with various programs, including a Youth in Politics Forum and a Women Political Leadership Summit, planned leading up to the main summit in July 2025.

In conclusion, Prime Minister Americo Ramos of São Tomé and Príncipe commended Ghana for its democratic achievements and called for unity among African nations. The African Political Parties Initiative, launched in Accra, seeks to enhance political cooperation and governance on the continent. As key leaders expressed their support, the initiative holds potential for advancing democracy and improving the lives of African citizens through collective engagement and transformative programs.

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