President John Dramani Mahama has launched the Government-CEO Compact 2026 at the 10th Ghana CEO Summit, describing it as a framework for mutual accountability and a roadmap to ensure economic growth delivers measurable benefits to Ghanaians.
According to the President, the Compact is intended to strengthen collaboration between the government and the private sector.
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He said he had directed the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry to expedite the review of the Compact through the Attorney General‘s office for immediate action.
President Mahama stated that the government’s focus remains on expanding local industrial capacity and taking advantage of opportunities under continental trade.
He said the government’s 24-Hour Economy policy would drive continuous production and employment, while the Big Push infrastructure programme would improve transportation and energy networks to support industrial growth.
The President also noted that the Accelerated Export Development Programme is expected to increase export opportunities and boost foreign exchange earnings.
According to him, the combined programmes are aimed at building a resilient, diversified and AI-ready economy.
President Mahama further stressed the importance of a strong private sector, stating that national development depends on business success.
