President John Mahama’s Government Launches 24-Hour Economy Policy

The government of President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched its flagship 24-Hour Economy policy, a key component of the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) economic agenda aimed at tackling unemployment and driving sustained growth across critical sectors.

Unveiled on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, the policy introduces a three-shift working system that encourages round-the-clock operations in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and services. The goal is to boost productivity, expand job opportunities, and enhance Ghana’s competitiveness on the global stage.

In the lead-up to the launch, Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy programme, Goosie Tanoh, officially presented the policy document to Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin on June 26, 2025 a move that signaled the government’s readiness to implement the initiative.

Tanoh described the policy as anchored on three core pillars:

Transformation of production
Improved supply chain and market systems
Enhanced human capital development

These are supported by eight strategic sub-programmes designed to ensure the effective rollout and long-term success of the initiative.

“This initiative is geared towards creating more sustainable jobs and fostering an economy that never sleeps,” Tanoh said. “It’s about building a competitive, modern economy fit for the global market.”

The 24-Hour Economy policy is projected to be a transformative force in Ghana’s economic structure, ushering in a new era of innovation, efficiency, and inclusive employment.

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Source: Nkonkonsa.com