President John Dramani Mahama is set to host the African Union (AU) Extraordinary Session of the Assembly of Heads of State and Government in Accra from 21 to 22 July 2026.

The programme is scheduled under the theme, "Advancing Justice, Equity and Universal Health Coverage, ending AIDS, TB, Improving Maternal Health, Addressing Endemic Non-Communicable and Neglected Tropical Diseases and Conditions in Africa."

In a statement, it was noted that the Extraordinary Session will bring together African Heads of State and Government, ministers of Health, Finance and Foreign Affairs, the African Union Commission, Regional Economic Communities, development partners, civil society organisations, youth representatives and private-sector actors.

It further assured that they will work together to strengthen Africa's health systems and accelerate Universal Health Coverage across the continent.

However, stated that, the Summit will unfold in two key phases.

"A Member State Experts Meeting, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, will be bringing together senior officials from Ministries of Health, Finance, and Economic/Development Planning to lay the technical groundwork for ministerial and Heads of State deliberations.

"The African Union Assembly of Heads of State and Government on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, will convene to deliberate on and adopt key decisions shaping Africa's health priorities, including a declaration to accelerate implementation of the African Union Roadmap to 2030."

It cited that, Ghana's decision to host this historic gathering reflects President Mahama's sustained investment in equitable healthcare delivery and his resolve to lead by example on the continent.

The statement revealed that, under his administration, Ghana has undertaken bold reforms to expand access to quality healthcare, including:

"The rollout of the Free Primary Health Care Programme.

"The uncapping of the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) to guarantee broader access to essential services.

"The establishment of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund ("MahamaCares"), a dedicated financing mechanism to support Universal Health Coverage."