President William Ruto has departed for Accra, Ghana to attend the inauguration ceremony of Ghana’s President-elect, John Dramani Mahama.
In a statement on Monday, January 6, State House Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed stated that the visit follows a special invitation extended to Ruto by Mahama during his trip to Kenya in December 2024.
Mohamed added that Ruto's visit will include high-level discussions with Heads of State and Government, including the newly elected President.
"While in Accra, President Ruto will hold talks with Heads of State and Government, including President-Elect Mahama, focusing on key areas of mutual interest and cooperation, including trade, energy, oil, textiles, agriculture, and diplomatic relations," the statement read.
Additionally, Mohamed said that Ruto is also expected to address significant reforms within the African Union (AU).
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"President Ruto will also use the visit to discuss reforms of the African Union that are aimed at improving institutional efficiency and strategic focus," the statement added.
Ruto will also use the opportunity to express gratitude to Ghana for its support of Raila Odinga’s candidacy for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson position.
"Additionally, he will express gratitude for Ghana’s support of Hon. Raila Odinga’s candidacy for the African Union Commission (AUC) chairperson position, while continuing to advocate for Hon. Odinga by highlighting his pan-African vision and proven leadership credentials," the statement further read.
On December 29, 2024, Ruto hosted Mahama at his residence in Kilgoris, Narok County.
The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Kenya and Ghana, with discussions centered on regional integration, continental security, and the expansion of intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
"Kenya will enhance her relations with Ghana to include more sectors in trade and investment, agriculture, mining, tourism, oil and gas. This will broaden opportunities for the people of the two countries and ensure our shared prosperity.
"Hosted Ghana’s President-elect @JDMahama, and discussed the expansion of intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area. Thanked him for declaring his support for Hon Raila Odinga‘s African Union Commission chairperson candidature. Also agreed to attend his swearing-in in Accra next month," Ruto said in a statement on X.
