Mali-Ghana: Facing terrorism, Bamako and Accra demonstrate their willingness to present a united front

Mali and Ghana are considering strengthening their cooperation in the fight against terrorism, economic exchanges, and transport, particularly through Mali's access to Ghanaian seaports. These prospects were discussed on Monday, October 26, 2026, in Bamako, during a meeting between the Malian Prime Minister, Major General Abdoulaye Maïga, and the new Ghanaian Ambassador to Mali, Lieutenant Colonel Sanda Ahmed.

During the meeting, the Ghanaian diplomat reaffirmed his country's commitment to regional security and the fight against insecurity in Mali. He also expressed a desire to deepen bilateral relations, particularly in the economic and logistical sectors, with the possibility of facilitating Mali's access to Ghana's port infrastructure.

The discussions also focused on the principles that should guide this rapprochement, including respect for Malian sovereignty and consideration of the common vision of the States of the Confederation of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES).

In response, Abdoulaye Maïga, speaking on behalf of the President of the Transition, General Assimi Goïta, recalled the historical ties between the two countries, evoking the legacy of Kwame Nkrumah and Modibo Keïta. He also commended the vision of Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama and reaffirmed Mali's readiness to deepen cooperative relations.

For the head of the Malian government, the fight against terrorism and violent extremism remains a necessity that calls for strengthened cooperation between the states of the region.

The hearing finally provided an opportunity to introduce Ghana's new defense attaché to Mali, a development that underlines the importance given to security issues in the partnership between Bamako and Accra.

Djamila Kambou