President John Dramani Mahama has cautioned that Africa’s pursuit of true sovereignty is being eroded by what he termed a “triple dependency” on external powers for security, social services, and the exploitation of vital minerals. Speaking before the Zambian Parliament on Thursday, February 5, he emphasised that many African nations remain locked in structural dependencies that hinder their capacity to define independent paths of development.
“Far too many African countries are caught in what I call a triple dependency — reliance on foreign actors for security decisions, dependence on donors to sustain health and education systems, and reliance on external suppliers for critical minerals, while retaining little or no value,” he stated. According to him, the situation continues to weaken Africa’s sovereignty and prevents the continent from fully realising its vast potential.
President John Dramani Mahama has cautioned that Africa’s pursuit of true sovereignty is being eroded by what he termed a “triple dependency” on external powers for security, social services, and the exploitation of vital minerals. Speaking before the Zambian Parliament on Thursday, February 5, he emphasised that many African nations remain locked in structural dependencies that hinder their capacity to define independent paths of development.
“Far too many African countries are caught in what I call a triple dependency — reliance on foreign actors for security decisions, dependence on donors to sustain health and education systems, and reliance on external suppliers for critical minerals, while retaining little or no value,” he stated. President Mahama referenced his recent engagement with global leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos, where he highlighted the Accra Reset Initiative as part of efforts to reposition Africa’s development agenda.
“Just a few days ago, I addressed world leaders in Davos, where I highlighted the Accra Reset Initiative and underscored the urgent need for Africa to redefine its development path,” he noted. While acknowledging the continent’s challenges, President Mahama voiced confidence that Africa can transform its present difficulties into opportunities for renewal and progress. “History reminds us that crises often strengthen determination, and Africa must therefore seize control of its own destiny,” he affirmed. President Mahama is currently in Zambia on a three-day state visit, focused on reinforcing bilateral ties and expanding cooperation between Ghana and Zambia across key sectors.
Source: William Narh
