AmCham Ghana officially kicked off its 2026 programme calendar with its maiden engagement of the year, the 2026 Economic Insight Forum, held on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, at the Mövenpick Hotel, Accra
Hosted in partnership with the PwC Ghana, the half-day high-level forum was convened under the theme:
“Ghana’s 2026 Economic Outlook: Risks, Opportunities & Policy Imperatives.”
The Forum brought together AmCham members, senior executives, policymakers, professional services firms, and the Ministry of Finance for a data-driven discussion on Ghana’s macroeconomic trajectory and its implications for business planning and investment decisions in 2026.
Key Speakers and Insights
The Forum featured a keynote economic presentation by Mr. Richard Ansong, Partner at PwC Ghana, who provided a detailed outlook on Ghana’s economic performance and prospects. The presentation highlighted:
- GDP growth outperforming earlier projections
- Significant moderation in inflation, with expectations of single-digit inflation in 2026, subject to continued fiscal discipline
- Improved foreign exchange reserves and debt sustainability
- The importance of maintaining policy consistency and institutional discipline to sustain recent gains
A high-level panel discussion followed, with contributions from Dr. Banahene Thompson of the Dr. Banahene Thompson, and a private-sector stakeholder representative, by Mr Mark Appiah of GE. Discussions focused on fiscal consolidation, revenue mobilisation, tax compliance, energy costs, and the impact of global geopolitical developments on Ghana’s economy.
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In her opening remarks, Doris Kafui Afanyedey, Chief Executive Officer of American Chamber of Commerce Ghana, described the Forum as a timely engagement at a critical inflection point for Ghana’s economy as the country transitions into 2026.
She emphasized that while macroeconomic stabilization is underway, business leaders require credible, data-driven insights that translate headline indicators into practical implications for investment, risk management, and growth planning. The Forum, she noted, was intentionally designed to go beyond forecasts, focusing on candid discussion of risks, bankable opportunities, and the policy reforms needed to support sustainable and inclusive growth.
Doris reaffirmed AmCham Ghana’s role as a trusted convener of high-level public-private dialogue, bringing together policymakers, analysts, and businesses to move from uncertainty to insight and from dialogue to action, while encouraging active participation from members throughout the day.
She encouraged government institutions to leverage the in-country presence of U.S. firms, including Google, Oracle, IBM, Microsoft etc stressing that these AmCham members offer immediate access to trusted global expertise on AI, aligned with Ghana’s development priorities.
A Platform for Candid Dialogue
True to its design, the Forum prioritised interactive engagement, allowing participants to raise practical concerns around tax policy, compliance costs, power reliability, data governance, and geopolitical risks. The robust Q&A session reinforced the need for continued dialogue between the private sector and policymakers to ensure reforms translate into improved competitiveness and investor confidence.
Looking Ahead
As AmCham Ghana’s first programme of 2026, the Economic Insight Forum set a strong tone for the year, reaffirming its role as a bridge between U.S. businesses and Ghanaian policymakers.
Insights from the Forum will inform AmCham Ghana’s 2026 advocacy and engagement agenda, as the Chamber continues to support policies that promote stability, innovation, and sustainable growth.