Arise Ghana is emphasizing Ghana’s economic recovery under President Mahama’s administration, but stresses that governance, accountability, and social inclusion must accompany economic reforms. The group commends the administration’s efforts to stabilize the economy, citing reduced inflation (6.3%), increased economic growth (above 6%), and lower treasury bill rates (11%). Arise Ghana also welcomes tax relief measures, such as abolishing the E-Levy and COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy, which have boosted consumption and supported SMEs.
However, Arise Ghana emphasizes the need for stronger institutions to deliver on their mandates, citing concerns about youth unemployment (over 1 million unemployed or underemployed) and accountability for past financial mismanagement. The group calls for concrete outcomes under Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL), including arrests, prosecutions, and recovery of looted state assets.
Professor Douglas Boateng also urges protected funding for institutions like SIGA to ensure operational independence and effective support for state-owned enterprises (SOEs). SIGA’s role in driving accountability and transparency across SOEs is crucial for Ghana’s industrialization and AfCFTA competitiveness.
