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The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has given Ghana\u2019s economy thumbs-up, citing significant progress in macroeconomic stability and debt sustainability.<\/p>\n
However, the Fund emphasizes the need for continued implementation of the policy and reform agenda, particularly ahead of the 2024 general elections.<\/p>\n
In a statement released after a recent visit, IMF Mission Chief St\u00e9phane Roudet praised Ghana\u2019s economic growth, which exceeded expectations in the first half of 2024.<\/p>\n
The growth was driven primarily by the mining, construction, and information and communication sectors.<\/p>\n
\u201cGhana\u2019s economic growth in the first half of 2024 was much higher than initially envisaged,\u201d Roudet stated.<\/p>\n
\u201cInflation has continued to decline, and the fiscal and external positions have shown marked improvements.\u201d<\/p>\n
The IMF team also commended Ghana\u2019s progress on debt restructuring, including the successful completion of the consent solicitation to restructure its Eurobonds.<\/p>\n
Despite the progress, the IMF cautioned that Ghana must maintain its policy and reform efforts to ensure sustained economic stability.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe authorities\u2019 policy and reform efforts under the program have continued to deliver encouraging results,\u201d Roudet noted.<\/p>\n
\u201cHowever, it is essential to continue implementing the policy and reform agenda, especially given the upcoming general elections.\u201d<\/p>\n
The IMF\u2019s endorsement comes as Ghana prepares for the December 2024 polls, with the economy expected to be a key campaign issue.<\/p>\n
Ghana\u2019s government has committed to pursuing good-faith efforts to reach an agreement with other commercial external creditors on a debt treatment consistent with program parameters and the comparability of treatment principles.<\/p>\n
The IMF staff-level agreement on the third review of Ghana\u2019s economic program under the Extended Credit Facility arrangement is subject to IMF Management approval and Executive Board consideration.<\/p>\n
Upon completion, Ghana would have access to SDR 269.1 million (about US$360 million).<\/p>\n
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