Mahama sets up seven-member National Economic Dialogue Planning committee

President Mahama has announced the establishment of a seven-member National Economic Dialogue (NED) Planning Committee chaired by Dr Ishmael Yamson.

The members are Dr K.Y. Amoako, Professor John Gatsi, Mohammed Samara, Nelly Mireku, Anthony Sarpong and Ernest De-Graft Egyir.

This was announced in a statement on Sunday, January 26, 2025 by the Acting Spokesperson to the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu.

The National Economic Dialogue (NED) will offer a platform for dialogue and consultation on the country’s pressing development challenges.

It will also discuss policy trade-offs and build consensus on reforms needed to transform Ghana into a high-growth, inclusive, and resilient economy.

According to the statement, government envisions the National Economic Dialogue to achieve three key objectives which includes: Communicate the true state of Ghana’s economy to stakeholders and the people of Ghana, develop a homegrown fiscal consolidation programme to guide the national budget and highlight key structural reforms and policy priorities essential for resetting the economy.

The committee has also been tasked to submit a report within four weeks detailing the following tasks:

1. Agenda Setting: Develop a comprehensive agenda aligned with the objectives of the NED.
2. Speaker and Panellist Coordination: Identify and invite experts in economics, energy, and agriculture to participate as speakers and panellists.
3.  Logistics Management: Venue selection, transportation, and other logistical needs.
4. Session Facilitation: Organize and facilitate panel discussions, workshops, and breakout sessions. Identify and invite moderators and rapporteurs.
5. Documentation and Reporting: Record the proceedings and prepare a detailed report, including policy recommendations.
6. Communications Plan: Design and implement a communication strategy to promote and disseminate information about the dialogue.

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