Kristalina Georgieva, IMF Boss<\/strong><\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revealed that proposals to re-negotiate Ghana\u2019s programme must be guided by the fiscal objectives of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).<\/p>\n
The IMF noted that leading presidential contenders before the December 7 Elections \u201chave also promised vast spending programmes, which will need to be carefully executed to ensure continued adherence to the programme\u2019s fiscal objectives\u201d.<\/p>\n
The concerns were captured in the IMF staff report, which was submitted to its board on December 2, 2024, following discussions with the government at the end of October 4, 2024.<\/p>\n
President-elect John Dramani Mahama has already pledged to review and adjust the country\u2019s existing agreements with development partners such as the IMF and the World Bank to align with the country\u2019s current needs and aspirations.<\/p>\n
Ghana received some $360 million from the IMF in December 2024 after passing the third review.<\/p>\n
The concerns by the IMF are coming at a time when President-elect John Mahama has indicated that he will move to re-negotiate Ghana\u2019s programme with the IMF and the World Bank.<\/p>\n
The IMF staff report was completed on November 13, 2024. However, checks with the IMF have indicated that some of the concerns still stand.<\/p>\n
The IMF in the staff report, however, noted that some of the promises by these presidential contenders, like tackling debt risks, increasing employment, and addressing high costs of living are consistent with the objectives of the current ECF-supported programme.<\/p>\n
\u201cEnsuring diligent programme implementation before and after the upcoming elections is paramount and warrants strong commitment from all stakeholders,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
The IMF in its staff report praised the government for the significant progress made under the programme.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe authorities have adjusted macroeconomic policies and launched comprehensive reforms, which have impacted growth and inflation. There is little room for complacency, as vulnerabilities still exist and will require perseverance\u201d, the IMF warned.<\/p>\n
According to the IMF, a further reduction in the government\u2019s fiscal deficit is needed by boosting domestic revenue and better-controlling government spending.<\/p>\n
The IMF also noted that depending on how the political transition is handled, it could impact badly on Ghana\u2019s programme going forward.<\/p>\n
\u201cAssurances from the main political parties on policy and reform continuity may help to mitigate these risks,\u201d the IMF pointed out.<\/p>\n
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