President John Mahama Ranked 5th on Devex Power 50 Global List
Recognised for Championing the “Accra Reset” in Global Development
Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has been ranked number five on the prestigious Devex Power 50 list of the most powerful people in global development and changemaking.
The annual list, compiled by respected development publication Devex, highlights individuals shaping the future of global development amid what it describes as “tectonic shifts” in aid, finance, and governance.
President Mahama’s ranking places him among a new generation of leaders redefining how developing countries engage with the global system.
Why Mahama Made the Devex Power 50 List
At the core of President Mahama’s recognition is his leadership of the Accra Reset, a bold policy framework aimed at redefining Africa’s relationship with traditional foreign aid donors.
As major global donors scale back foreign assistance, Mahama has emerged as a leading advocate for a “post-aid” Africa, focused on self-reliance, innovation, and sustainable growth.
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According to Devex, Mahama has gone beyond slogans to promote practical, market-driven solutions that attract development finance while protecting national sovereignty.
What the Accra Reset Represents
The Accra Reset emphasizes:
- Domestic resource mobilisation to reduce dependence on foreign aid
- Regional trade expansion through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
- Technology and innovation to leapfrog traditional development challenges
Devex notes that Mahama’s approach builds on the idea of “Africa Beyond Aid” but shifts it into real policy action and implementation.
Mahama’s Global Influence
President Mahama’s number five ranking reflects his growing influence across:
Development finance policy South–South cooperation Africa’s voice in global economic decision-making
His inclusion signals a shift in global power, with African leaders increasingly shaping development conversations from within the continent.
Other Global Figures on the Devex Power 50 List
The Devex Power 50 also features influential figures across sectors:
Philanthropy & Finance
Alexander Berger (Open Philanthropy) Nidhi Sahni (Bridgespan Group)
Technology & Innovation
Keller Rinaudo Cliffton, CEO of Zipline, for advancing AI and drone-powered healthcare delivery in Africa
Global Health Leadership
Muhammad Ali Pate, recognised for strengthening resilient health systems
Climate & Policy Influence
Avinash Persaud, noted for reshaping global climate finance rules
Devex emphasizes that modern power lies with those influencing policy, people, and purse strings.
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