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July 17, 2026
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Shift investment to other regions to drive 24-Hour Economy- Ato Gaisie to gov’t
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Key Points
- Sam Ato Gaisie of the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana advocates for shifting public and private investment from Accra to other regions.
- He argues this move is essential for the success of Ghana's 24-Hour Economy policy and to achieve balanced national development.
- The current concentration of economic activity in Accra creates significant challenges, including congestion, housing shortages, and environmental issues.
- Decentralizing investment would spur industrialization, create youth employment, reduce rural-urban migration, and unlock the unique economic potential of each region.
- Gaisie calls for stronger collaboration among government, private sector, and financial institutions to improve infrastructure, access to finance, and policies supporting regional business growth.
Why This Matters
This article is significant for Ghana as it addresses the critical issue of unbalanced development, heavily concentrated in Accra. Shifting investment to regions could alleviate urban strain, unlock vast untapped economic potential in agriculture, minerals, and tourism, and create much-needed jobs for youth outside the capital, thereby promoting inclusive and sustainable national growth.
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