The Government of Ghana, under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, has announced the much-anticipated National Economic Dialogue (NED) 2025, slated for March 3rd and 4th at the Accra International Conference Centre. This pivotal event is set to reshape Ghana’s economic trajectory and foster long-term transformative growth.
With the theme, “Resetting Ghana: Building the Economy We Want Together,” the dialogue underscores the administration’s unwavering commitment to inclusive policymaking, citizen engagement, and a collaborative approach to solving the nation’s economic challenges.
Delivering on a Campaign Promise
The NED 2025 is a fulfillment of President Mahama’s campaign pledge to prioritize nationwide economic inclusivity by fostering dialogue among stakeholders. The two-day event will serve as a platform for diverse voices, including:
Private sector representatives
Academia and public policy experts
Civil society organizations
Government officials and policymakers
The forum aims to generate actionable strategies for achieving sustainable economic revitalization, enhancing business opportunities, and improving the quality of life for Ghanaians.
Critical Focus Areas
The dialogue will delve into Ghana’s pressing economic issues through thematic sessions, which include:
1. Achieving Sustainable Macroeconomic Stability: Addressing inflation, debt management, and exchange rate stability.
2. Promoting Economic Transformation: Shifting the economy from dependency on raw material exports to value addition.
3. Advancing Infrastructure Development: Prioritizing investments in transportation, energy, and digitalization.
4. Implementing Structural Reforms: Enhancing efficiency in public institutions and improving fiscal discipline.
5. Ensuring Private Sector-Led Growth: Creating an enabling environment for businesses and entrepreneurship.
6. Restoring Good Governance and Combating Corruption: Strengthening transparency and accountability in public administration.
These focus areas reflect the administration’s dedication to rebuilding Ghana’s economic foundation and ensuring long-term resilience.
Building Consensus for a Shared Future
According to Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, the National Economic Dialogue is designed to unite Ghanaians around a shared vision for the future.
“The government remains resolute in its dedication to constructive engagement and collaboration as we strive to build the Ghana we want. This forum is about resetting the economy with clear milestones and commitments for transformative growth,” Kwakye Ofosu emphasized.
A Platform for Lasting Change
The National Economic Dialogue 2025 is not just a conference but a rallying call for collective action. By fostering dialogue and building consensus, the government seeks to craft a comprehensive blueprint for an inclusive and thriving economy.
As the date draws closer, Ghanaians from all walks of life eagerly anticipate this historic forum that promises to set the country on a path to prosperity. The National Economic Dialogue 2025 is poised to be a defining moment in Ghana’s journey toward economic renewal and growth.
Story by: Mercy Addai Turkson #ahotoronline.com
