“Ghana is embarking on an ambitious infrastructure development program, with several major projects underway that promise to transform the country’s landscape, boost economic growth, and improve the lives of its citizens,” the Minister of Finance said.
The People’s Infrastructure Program, led by President, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, is the largest investment in modern infrastructure in Ghana’s history, valued at $10 billion.
The Finance Minister further indicated that the yet-to-be introduced program will aim at building roads, bridges, ports, and logistics infrastructure that will drive economic growth, create jobs, and stimulate industrialization.
The 2025 budget allocated 13.8 billion Ghana Cedis to strategic road projects across all regions, focusing on economic returns, equity, and environmental sustainability.
“Contractors are now on site, and projects are expected to be completed by May 2027,” he added.
Two iconic infrastructure projects, the Accra-Kumasi Expressway and the Achi-Amanfum-Adolf Sobrin project, are underway.
The Accra-Pumase Expressway, Ghana’s first modern sixth-lane bidirectional Class A expressway, will stretch 198.7 kilometers, linking the capital to the Ashanti region and reducing travel distance by 50 kilometers.
The expressway is expected to reduce travel time between Accra and Pumase, cut transport costs by nearly 40%, and create over 30,000 direct and indirect jobs during construction.
It will also stimulate industrial, logistics, and service economies along its route, featuring eight major interchanges to ease urban congestion and improve regional connectivity.
“This is a new era of connectivity and growth for Ghana,” said a government official. “These projects will transform our infrastructure, drive economic growth, and improve the lives of our citizens.”
As Ghana embarks on this ambitious infrastructure development program, the country is poised to become a major hub for trade and commerce in West Africa. With its strategic location, skilled workforce, and commitment to growth, Ghana is an attractive destination for investors and businesses looking to tap into the region’s vast potential.
Story by Prosper Kwaku Selassy Agbitor
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