Big Push, transport overhaul crucial to unlocking trade and investment – Govt
By Maame Efua Kwaduah
Presidential Advisor and Special Aide to the President, Joyce Bawah Mogtari, has emphasized government’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly climate that encourages innovation and supports logistical improvements.
She highlighted ongoing reforms, infrastructure upgrades and partnerships with industry stakeholders as part of efforts to position Ghana as a competitive logistics hub and enhance economic productivity.
She noted that a resilient logistics system will be vital for achieving industrial growth, food security and job creation, adding that government intends to strengthen the foundations needed for sustainable development.
Government has identified transportation as a central driver of trade and investment as it implements a sustained programme to modernise the country’s transport infrastructure.
Speaking on behalf of the Transport Minister at the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport’s Conference and Annual General Meeting, Director of Human Resources at the Ministry, Nathaniel Amonoo Wilson, outlined plans to expand road networks under the Big Push initiative, upgrade rail lines and improve air and seaport facilities, alongside efforts to promote sustainable mass transit systems.
He said the reforms are aimed at improving market access, strengthening national competitiveness, and advancing long-term economic growth. Wilson added that transportation remains essential to Ghana’s development, noting the importance of a coordinated system that supports both domestic and international trade.
Government’s broader transport agenda includes road rehabilitation, rail redevelopment, and major port upgrades designed to improve efficiency across the logistics chain. These interventions are expected to support private sector activity and attract increased investment across key sectors of the economy.
President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, Mark Amoamah, on his part said the success of government policies including the 24-hour economy will hinge on the efficiency of supply chains and the robustness of the country’s logistics networks.
“Ghana stands at a critical crossroad as the government strives to reset our nation and implement the 24-hour economy for the benefit of all. The efficiency of our supply chains, the robustness of our logistics networks, and the modernity of our transport infrastructure are key determinants of the success of these policies. This theme challenges us, as leaders and professionals, to move beyond discussing problems but to start engineering concrete, implementable solutions that will truly unlock our nation’s economic potential,” he remarked.
