President John Dramani Mahama has rolled out a new Code of Conduct tailored for political appointees, reinforcing his administration’s focus on ethical leadership and transparent governance.

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The code, officially launched on Monday, May 5, 2025, forms a key component of the government’s ongoing reforms to instill accountability and uphold high standards of public service across all levels of executive authority.

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Designed to cover a wide array of appointees, the code’s definition of “Minister” includes not only cabinet-level officials but also deputy ministers, presidential staffers, CEOs and their deputies in public institutions, members of the Council of State, and other political appointees.

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It outlines expected values such as integrity, impartiality, competence, and incorruptibility, and encourages behavior that can stand up to close public scrutiny.

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The publicly available portion of the document details procedures for avoiding conflicts of interest, maintaining professional conduct, and preserving the dignity of public office—emphasizing the administration’s commitment to leading by example.

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Code of ConductDownload

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