When was John Mahama born?

John Mahama was born on 29 November 1958 in Ghana.

What positions has John Mahama held?

Positions held by John Mahama include: President of Ghana (since 7 January 2025); Chairperson of ECOWAS (2013–2015); President of Ghana (2012–2017); Vice President of the Republic of Ghana (2009–2012); Member of the 4th Parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana (2005–2009).

Where did John Mahama study?

John Mahama was educated at University of Ghana, Achimota School, Ghana Senior High School.

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John Mahama

President of the Republic of Ghana

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John Dramani Mahama is a Ghanaian politician who has been the president of the Republic of Ghana since January 2025. A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), he previously served as president from 2012 to 2017.

Quick facts

Born: 29 November 1958 wd
Place of birth: Ghana wd
Citizenship: Ghana wd
Occupation: politician, historian, civil servant, writer wd
Political party: National Democratic Congress wd
Education: University of Ghana, Achimota School, Ghana Senior High School wd
Spouse: Lordina Mahama wd
Official website: johnmahama.org wd
Social media: X (Twitter) · Facebook wd

Positions held wd

President of Ghana (since 7 January 2025 · BS 22 Poush 2081 onwards)
Chairperson of ECOWAS (17 February 2013 – 19 May 2015)
President of Ghana (24 July 2012 – 7 January 2017)
Vice President of the Republic of Ghana (7 January 2009 – 24 July 2012)
Member of the 4th Parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana (7 January 2005 – 6 January 2009)
Member of the 3rd Parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana (7 January 2001 – 6 January 2005)
Minister for Communications (1998–2001)
Member of the 2nd Parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana (7 January 1997 – 6 January 2001)
Member of the Pan-African Parliament
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Awards wd

Order of the Star of Ghana
Order of the Volta
Pushkin Medal
Grand Cross of the National Order of Benin (2013)
Friendship Medal (2011)

Questions

When was John Mahama born?: John Mahama was born on 29 November 1958 in Ghana.
What positions has John Mahama held?: Positions held by John Mahama include: President of Ghana (since 7 January 2025); Chairperson of ECOWAS (2013–2015); President of Ghana (2012–2017); Vice President of the Republic of Ghana (2009–2012); Member of the 4th Parliament of the 4th Republic of Ghana (2005–2009).
Where did John Mahama study?: John Mahama was educated at University of Ghana, Achimota School, Ghana Senior High School.

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