President John Dramani Mahama has said Ghana’s economy is one of the best-performing on the African continent despite the conflict in the Middle East.
Mahama attributed the turnaround to prudent economic management, national discipline and divine grace.
Speaking during the National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, held on July 1, 2026, when he joined Muslims at the National Mosque for prayers, President John Mahama stated, “God has been good to us this past year. He has guided our steps and granted us the wisdom and courage required to turn this economy around”.
“Today, Ghana’s economy is recognised as one of the best-performing in Africa. Even in the face of the conflict in the Middle East, our economy has demonstrated remarkable resilience, and Ghanaians have been spared the effects of the external shocks occasioned by that war”, he stated.
“The decisions required to restore the economy were neither easy nor popular. They demanded sacrifice, discipline and patience.
“But by the grace of Almighty Allah, together with prudent economic management and the resilience of the Ghanaian people, Ghana has turned the corner”, he said.
Mahama further pointed to some achievements as evidence, saying, “Inflation has declined significantly. Our currency, the cedi, has regained stability. Our debt has reduced. Our international reserves have improved. Investor confidence has strengthened, and growth opportunities are steadily returning”.
Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has said that while prayer and faith remain important pillars of national life, they must be complemented by hard work, discipline and responsibility to transform Ghana.
Mahama made the remarks during the 2026 National Day of Prayer held in Accra on Wednesday, July 1.
He called on Ghanaians to embrace a strong work ethic and actively contribute to national development.
President Mahama cited biblical teachings highlighting that genuine faith must be accompanied by practical efforts to bring about meaningful change.
“Our national journey reminds us of an enduring truth, ‘faith without works is dead,’ says James 2:26. And prayer without responsibility cannot transform an economy. Hope without discipline cannot create prosperity.
“Throughout history, God’s people have always combined faith with hard work. When Nehemiah rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem, the people prayed, but they also laboured. When Joseph prepared Egypt for the years of famine, they also planned wisely.”
President Mahama also urged Ghanaians to consciously reject bitterness, intolerance and all forms of divisive behaviour.
He called on citizens to prioritise unity, dialogue and collective hope as the country advances its national reset agenda.
Mahama argued that national progress cannot be achieved in an atmosphere of hostility, mistrust or division.
“Our constitution binds us together, our history unites us, and our future depends upon our ability to work together; therefore, let us reject bitterness, intolerance and division.
“Let us reject corruption and cynicism. Instead, let us embrace dialogue over hostility, service over self-interest, unity over division and hope over despair. No nation has ever achieved greatness by allowing its differences to define its future.”
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