President John Dramani Mahama has called for global unity in the fight against misinformation and disinformation, highlighting their threat to democracy, peace, and sustainable development. Speaking at the 8th Paris Peace Forum on October 29, 2025, he urged governments and international institutions to take decisive actions in safeguarding truth and restoring public trust in information systems.
Mahama emphasized that misinformation impacts critical areas such as elections, public health, conflicts, and climate change. He pointed out that falsehoods erode public confidence in science and policy, affecting efforts toward a sustainable planet. He also warned that emerging technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), pose new challenges as they can amplify misinformation through deepfakes and algorithmic manipulation.
In a significant commitment, Mahama announced that Ghana would be the first African country to financially contribute to global anti-disinformation efforts, reinforcing its leadership role in promoting truth on the continent. He underscored the vital role of independent journalism in upholding democracy and accountability, describing it as a “public good.”
He concluded by urging that investments in truth should be prioritized equally to those in infrastructure and defense, stressing that the costs of inaction are far greater. The forum centered on “Building Trust, Restoring Truth: Collective Action for a Safer and Fairer World,” fostering discussions on cooperation and solutions to pressing global challenges, including the fight against misinformation.
