Ghanaians can look forward to expanded business opportunities and job creation as the government gears up to implement the 24-Hour Economy programme later this year.
Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, made the announcement during the Government Accountability Series on Wednesday, January 14, 2026.
According to him, the initiative, a flagship programme of the Mahama administration, is designed to allow businesses in key sectors to operate around the clock, boosting productivity and economic activity.
“President Mahama and his government do not believe in ad-hoc policies. We don’t believe in sloganeering. If you want to set up a policy, it is better to be meticulous and take the time required so that when you take off, you don’t suffer the policy hiccups that other programmes have suffered,” he explained.
Highlighting the government’s structured approach, Kwakye Ofosu noted that previous programmes sometimes failed due to poor design and implementation.
“At this moment, the presidential advisor and his team have been able to put up the framework for a 24-Hour Economy Authority, which will have the powers to implement this seamlessly. In all likelihood, this year, the implementation will begin,” he said.
Once operational, the authority will allow interested organisations to register and access the incentives and support packages outlined under the programme, creating more opportunities for businesses and workers alike.
