Economic recovery sets stage for global finance congress

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH ([email protected])

As government continues making strides in sustaining the economic gains made over recent months, the black star is set to shine brightly as Ghana preps to host the Association Cambiste Internationale (ACI) World Congress 2026 in May this year.

This will be the first time a sub-Saharan African country is hosting the event in nearly two decades. The first-ever ACI World Congress held on the continent was in South Africa about 17 years ago.

Speaking at the ACI World Congress 2026 launch in Accra, the 1st Deputy Governor-Bank of Ghana (BoG) Dr. Zakari Mumuni said Ghana being host for this year’s congress is a “significant milestone” for the nation’s international credibility as a stable financial hub.

He cited the meteoric  fall of inflation, plummeting from 23.8 percent in December 2024 to 5.4 percent in December 2025. Dr. Mumuni further noted that the cedi recorded its first annual appreciation since 1992, bolstered by external buffers exceeding US$13.8billion – equivalent to 5.7 months of import cover and more than the IMF programme target of three months.

“These achievements underscore our commitment to sustaining the economy’s recovery and resilience,” he said.

Dr. Mumuni highlighted policy reforms – including passage of the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) Act and new guidelines for non-interest banking – as critical to deepening and diversifying the financial sector. These, coupled with “decisive policies” to stabilise the economy, have repositioned Ghana in the eyes of global capital.

Dr. Mumuni further noted the successes chalked up on both policy and macroeconomic fronts “position Ghana as a competitive and reliable partner in global markets”.

Global financial market players will converge in Accra on May 21 and 22 for the ACI World Congress 2026, the first time in Ghana during the event’s 70-year history.

The confidence reposed in Ghana to host this global financial markets event has been described by the speakers at the launch as a testament to macroeconomic stability in the country and restored investor confidence in the Ghanaian economy.

Dr. Mumuni said BoG is espousing an “open door” policy to maintain the momentum, urging market players to uphold discipline and transparency.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of ACI Ghana, Lawrence Osilaja Boampong, said the Congress is “very timely” as global investors continue to monitor positive economic developments in the country.

“A lot of investors are asking themselves ‘what’s happening in Ghana?’ They want to be a part of this success story,” Mr. Boampong said.

He revealed that ACI Ghana is in talks with institutional investors from the Middle East and Europe – who see the congress as an entry point to access not only Ghana but the entire African market.

The Managing Partner of Treasury Warehouse, Steve Williams, acknowledged this “tremendous development” at the macroeconomic level – crediting the central bank’s coordinated regulatory approach. “I believe we are resilient against external shocks,” Mr. Williams stated, pointing to sufficient reserves and an expectation of declining interest rates that should spur borrowing and growth.

For Othniel Ekow Kwainoe – first CEO of ACI Ghana and now Member of Parliament for Ekumfi – the event is a full-circle moment that “puts Ghana on the global stage”, commending ACI Ghana for bringing “glory to Ghana”.

ACI Financial Markets Association (ACI FMA) is a global network of financial market professionals including traders and dealers. It promotes best practices, education and ethical conduct. ACI Ghana is a local chapter of the international body.

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