President John Dramani Mahama has assured members of the CEO Network Ghana of government’s commitment to sustaining a favourable investment climate to drive growth, job creation, and private sector expansion.
The President made the remarks when a delegation of over 130 chief executives, led by Ernest De-Graft Egyir, paid a courtesy call on him at the Presidency on Thursday, April 23, 2026.
The group, which also represents organisers of the Ghana CEO Summit, was at the Presidency to officially invite the President as Guest of Honour for the 2026 edition of the summit scheduled for May 28.
President Mahama said government recognises the role of the private sector in national development and is committed to deepening collaboration.
“Government deeply values the contribution that you’re making as we believe rebuilding and transforming the Ghanaian economy must be done in close partnership with the private sector,” he said.
He reiterated that flagship policies such as the 24-Hour Economy initiative are central to expanding production and creating employment opportunities.
On trade and industry, the President highlighted the government’s focus on value addition and export diversification.
“I therefore encourage your members to assess opportunities within this framework and engage government on the support needed to implement this effectively,” he stated.
He also assured stakeholders of continued fiscal discipline and efficient resource allocation towards key programmes including infrastructure development, social interventions, and healthcare.
“Our GDP has surpassed the $100 billion mark, it is estimated at about $114 billion. And we’ve jumped from number 11 in Africa to number 8 in Africa in terms of GDP size. Our debt too has been reduced to sustainable levels,” he noted.
“The business environment today is stronger than it was in the recent past, as business confidence has revived. Foreign direct investment is increasing and domestic investment is also picking up,” he added.
President Mahama further outlined ongoing efforts to curb corruption and improve transparency through the use of technology, including artificial intelligence in revenue mobilisation systems.
Mr. De-Graft Egyir commended the President for his leadership in fiscal consolidation and macroeconomic stabilisation, describing the progress as significant for business confidence and economic recovery.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
