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Africa is rising; it needs no sympathy - Mahama

"Things are far from perfect in Africa, and we still have a long way to go, especially when it comes to sustainable solutions for our youth. However, our voice is now stronger and more respected in the world. We no longer need sympathy – we need fair partnerships and opportunities," the President said in his African Union Day message.

 

According to him, in spite of achievements chalked by Africa both politically and economically, it is necessary for Africa to unite in order to make a positive impact on the wellbeing of millions of people on the Continent.

These were contained in a statement issued by President Mahama to celebrate the 53rd African Union day.

He said “things are far from perfect in Africa, and we still have a long way to go, especially when it comes to sustainable solutions for our youth. However, our voice is now stronger and more respected in the world. We no longer need sympathy – we need fair partnerships and opportunities.”

Below is the full statement from President Mahama

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My brothers and sisters, today we celebrate Mother Africa. Over the last decade, African countries, like our beloved Ghana, have been working to improve further our democratic credentials and economic prospects. I am happy that Ghana continues to lead this effort and is impacting our subregion and the continent.

This in itself is ensuring a powerful and positive impact on the wellbeing of millions and millions of people. Africa is rising; there is no question about that.

We are rising from violence and dictatorship to peace and democracy; we are transforming our economies from those based on the export of raw materials to modern ones, able to produce value added goods and services; we are rising from misery and absolute poverty to a place of hope and improved standards of living. The African middle class is the fastest growing middle class in the world today.

Of course, things are far from perfect in Africa, and we still have a long way to go, especially when it comes to sustainable solutions for our youth. However, our voice is now stronger and more respected in the world. We no longer need sympathy – we need fair partnerships and opportunities.

Let us all continue on this path of transformation. Let us all keep working hard for a better future for our generation and the generations yet to come.

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Let us all unite in our common prayer for a more open and inclusive Africa, where everyone would live a dignified and meaningful life.

May God bless Mother Africa, our forebears and all our brothers and sisters!

President John Dramani Mahama

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