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Parliament passes Ghana’s first Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy
February 26, 2026
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Parliament passes Ghana’s first Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy

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Key Points

  • Ghana's parliament has passed the Ghana Accelerated National Reserve Accumulation Policy (GANRAP).
  • GANRAP is the country's first comprehensive national framework to accelerate external reserve build-up and safeguard long-term economic stability.
  • The policy aims to raise Ghana’s international reserves to the equivalent of 15 months of import cover by 2028.
  • It marks a shift away from costly borrowing, adopting a structured, gold-backed, and reform-driven framework.
  • GANRAP seeks to strengthen Ghana's external position, improve macroeconomic stability, boost investor confidence, and enhance exchange rate resilience.

Why This Matters

This policy is crucial for Ghana as it directly addresses long-standing issues of economic vulnerability and reliance on external borrowing. By building robust gold-backed reserves, Ghana aims to insulate its economy from global shocks, stabilize its currency, and attract investment, thereby fostering sustainable long-term growth and reducing financial instability.

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