Omanghana
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Antigua and Barbuda to attend the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), where leaders will discuss investment, trade and sustainable development.
The gathering in the capital, St John’s, marks Mahama’s first participation in the biennial summit since his return to the presidency following Ghana’s December 2024 election.
Antigua and Barbuda is hosting the meeting from November 1 to 4 under the theme, “Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth.” The event brings together heads of government, ministers, business leaders and representatives of civil society and youth organizations.
Focus on investment and cooperation
Commonwealth leaders are expected to consider ways to strengthen economic partnerships, mobilize investment and promote sustainable growth across the organization’s 56 member countries.
Other shared priorities include trade, innovation, climate resilience and opportunities for young people. King Charles III, Head of the Commonwealth, is also attending the gathering.
For Ghana, the meeting offers an opportunity to engage partners on economic cooperation and investment, while contributing to discussions on challenges facing member countries.
Bilateral talks
During his two-day visit, President Mahama is expected to hold bilateral discussions with other heads of state and government to explore areas of mutual interest.
Canada’s Prime Minister, Mark Carney, is scheduled to meet Mahama on Tuesday, November 3, according to an advisory from the Canadian Prime Minister’s Office. The published schedule is subject to change.
The summit is also the first CHOGM under Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, Ghana’s former Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration. She assumed the role in April 2025.
Source: Omanghana
