Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the 2028 flagbearer of the New Patriotic Partyand former VicePresident, is set to deliver a keynote address at the 2026 Africa Summit hosted by the London School of Economics on Saturday, March 28.
The event, which brings together policymakers, academics, students and industry leaders, will focus on shaping Africa’s future in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
Dr. Bawumia is expected to speak on the theme “Artificial Intelligence and Uniting Borders in Africa”.
He is expected to articulate a forward-looking vision on how emerging technologies can drive economic transformation across the continent and strengthen regional integration.
Observers anticipate that his address will highlight strategies for leveraging technological innovation to foster collaboration among African nations and stimulate sustainable development.
The summit aims to provide a plat form for robust discussions on Africa’seconomic prospects, social development, and the role of innovation in addressing the continent’s pressing challenges.
Through his keynote, Dr. Bawumia will join leading voices in exploring how Africa can position itself at the forefront of technological advancement while promoting unity and shared prosperity.
The spokesperson for the event, Dr. Gideon Boako, confirmed Dr. Bawumia’s participation, emphasising the significance of his insights in shaping policy debates and academic discourse at the summit. The address is expected to attract widespread attention from both local and international media, further amplifying discussions on Africa’s developmental trajectory and the potential of technology to bridge economic and social divides.
Directive to Minority MPs
In a related development, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has instructed Minority Members of Parliament to intensify consultations with key stakeholders across the country, as part of a strategy to shape alternative policy proposals, and strengthen parliamentary advocacy
This directive was disclosed by the Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi and Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, during an address to members of the Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA).
According to Mr. Oppong Nkrumah, the consultations, which include engagements with traders, farmers and industry players, are aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of citizens’ concerns and reflecting them in parliamentary debates and policy initiatives.
“In the coming months, Ghanaians will see us engage with other identifiable groups with a view to better understanding their feedback and demands of government,” he said, emphasising that the exercise is intended to deepen the Minority’s advocacy efforts on behalf of citizens. He further noted that the consultations were already underway, with several MPs recently visiting the Ashanti Region to engage cocoa farmers.
