This afternoon President Obama will welcome President John Evans Atta Mills of Ghana for a meeting at the White House.

"The two Leaders will have the opportunity to discuss our shared objectives in advancing development, as well as the commercial and economic ties between our two countries," according to the White House. "President Obama looks forward to discussing cooperation on a host of other bilateral, regional, and multilateral issues, and deepening our bilateral partnership."

This evening the president and first lady will have dinner with the winners of a campaign contest at a local Washington restaurant.

Obama last dined with winners of a similar contest in January.