AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoEconomic Outlook: The IMF has reached a staff-level deal on its first review of Ghana’s programme, citing 6.2% growth in the first half of 2026 but warning that falling foreign-exchange reserves remain a risk. Inflation rose to 5.5% in October. Mining and Revenue: The IFS estimates Ghana could have raised an extra US$6.56 billion from mining in 2025 if it matched Botswana’s revenue take, and says tax exemptions and revenue leakages are also weakening collections. Ghana is seeking Chinese investment and technology to expand local mineral processing, while the EU warns galamsey is eroding development gains. Accra: The AMA has given traders 48 hours to clear bus stops or face enforcement; separately, Finance Ministry approval for a modern Odawna market is expected to improve trading conditions at the existing site. Road Safety: President Mahama says monthly crash data will be used to assess whether the new TraffiTech system reduces accidents.
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