Compiled By: Prince Henry Danquah, Bora Capital Advisors Ltd
The World Bank projects 4.8% growth for Ghana in 2026, alongside an end-of-year inflation rate of 9%.
These forecasts were contained in the Bank’s latest Africa Economic Update report released on April 8.
The 4.8% growth projection is in line with the government’s estimate captured in the 2026 budget. However, compared to 2025, the outlook suggests a slowdown.
Ghana recorded a 6% end-year GDP growth rate in 2025.
It remains unclear what specific factors will drive the expected moderation.
But government earlier indicated it was cautious with the 2026 projections due to external developments likely to impact the economy.
The World Bank is also projecting that Ghana will end 2026 with an inflation rate of 9%.
This is slightly higher than the 8% target set by the Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson.
Based on the Bank’s forecast, some analysts believe inflation could rise in the coming months before easing to hit the year-end target.
Source: newsthemegh.com