New Year Address: Mahama touts business confidence in Ghanaian economy

President John Dramani Mahama has called on global investors to channel capital into Ghana, citing renewed economic stability and strong growth prospects under his Reset Agenda.

Delivering his New Year address to the nation on Thursday evening, the President said Ghana has emerged from economic distress and is repositioning itself as a safe and attractive investment destination.

“We have restored business confidence and have seen a significant increase in both domestic and foreign direct investment,” Mahama said.

He attributed the renewed investor interest to what he described as prudent economic management, currency stability and difficult but necessary reforms undertaken over the past year.

“We have achieved relative currency stability and are on track to be ranked among the world’s best-performing currencies,” the President stated.

Mahama said Ghana’s credibility with international partners has also improved, following successful debt renegotiations that balanced sustainability with national sovereignty.

“We have restored Ghana’s credibility with international partners, successfully completed the renegotiation of our debt obligations on terms that protect our sovereignty while ensuring sustainability,” he said.

The President noted that Ghana is also preparing to disengage from the International Monetary Fund programme, a move he said would further strengthen investor confidence.

“We are beginning the process of exiting the IMF programme with dignity, not as supplicants, but as partners,” Mahama added.

Extending a direct invitation to the international community, the President urged investors to see Ghana as a long-term partner rather than a charity case.

“We invite the world to invest in Ghana’s transformation, not out of benevolence, but out of enlightened self-interest in a more stable, prosperous, and sustainable world,” he said.

Mahama highlighted growth across key sectors including construction, manufacturing, agriculture and services, saying these areas offer viable opportunities for both local and foreign investors.

He also pointed to major infrastructure investments, including the rehabilitation of over 2,000 kilometres of roads and expanded electricity access, as enablers of private sector growth.

According to the President, Ghana’s Reset Agenda represents a shift in governance and economic thinking, aimed at creating a predictable, accountable and business-friendly environment.

“This reset involves a new way of looking at things both domestically and globally,” Mahama said.

He assured investors of continued political stability, respect for democratic norms and an administration committed to accountability, stressing that these factors underpin sustainable investment.

Mahama said as Ghana enters 2026, the government remains focused on consolidating gains and accelerating reforms to ensure the country remains competitive and open for business on the global stage.