President John Mahama will travel to Arusha, Tanzania, on Sunday, March 1, 2026, to serve as Special Guest of Honour at the official opening of the 2026 judicial year of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights.

The ceremony, scheduled for Monday, March 2, will also mark the launch of the Court’s 20th anniversary celebrations under the theme: “20 Years of Service in Protecting Human and Peoples’ Rights in Africa.” 

According to a statement issued on February 28 by the Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, this will be the first time a sitting Ghanaian President has been invited to address the African Union Court at its judicial opening. 

While in Arusha, President Mahama is expected to hold bilateral talks with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, aimed at strengthening relations between Ghana and Tanzania. 

The President is scheduled to return to Accra after the opening ceremony on Monday.

In his absence, the Vice President will act as President in accordance with Article 60(8) of the Constitution.

Read the full statement below