"Congratulations to my friend President-elect John Mahama on your election victory. Rwanda and Ghana share a strong commitment to progress, and we look forward to working together to strengthen our bilateral ties and advance the vision of a prosperous Africa," President Kagame posted on X.

The Ghana Electoral Commission officially announced on December 9, 2024, that Mahama secured 56.55% of the vote, while his opponent, Mahamudu Bawumia, the candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and current Vice President, garnered 41.6%.

Prior to the official results, Bawumia graciously conceded defeat, offering his congratulations to Mahama for his win.

Mahama, who served as Ghana’s Vice President from 2009 to 2012 and President from 2012 to 2017, is set to assume office on January 7, 2025.

He will replace outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo, who has held office since 2017.

The relationship between Rwanda and Ghana is marked by strong cooperation across various sectors, including air transport, defense and security, private sector partnerships, tourism, culture, finance, and trade.

Rwanda opened its embassy in Ghana in 2020, while Ghana reciprocated by opening its embassy in Rwanda in 2024.

President Kagame has promised cooperation with Ghana's president-elect.

Mahama is set to assume office on January 7, 2025.