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Ghana’s $3bn IMF-Supported Programme Faces Serious Setbacks

March 13, 2025
Stephen M.Cby Stephen M.C
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Ghana’s $3bn IMF-Supported Programme Faces Serious Setbacks

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.

Ghana’s $3 billion IMF-supported programme has gone off track, according to Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.

He revealed that the country had failed to meet key Quantitative Performance Criteria (QPCs) and structural benchmarks under the agreement.

Dr. Forson attributed these failures to the previous administration, emphasizing that Ghana missed crucial economic targets, including inflation control and fiscal balance. With an IMF review approaching, these issues are expected to be at the center of discussions.

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One of the most significant concerns raised by Dr. Forson was Ghana’s failure to meet its primary balance target, which serves as a crucial fiscal measure. The IMF programme required Ghana to achieve a 0.5% GDP surplus, yet the actual performance showed a deficit of 3.9% of GDP.

This substantial shortfall raises serious concerns about the government’s ability to maintain fiscal discipline. Since the primary balance is a key anchor of the IMF deal, missing this target could weaken Ghana’s credibility in managing public finances.

Inflation Surpasses Agreed Limit

Ghana’s failure to control inflation has also emerged as a major issue. The IMF programme set an inflation target of 15%, but the actual rate skyrocketed to 23.8%. This sharp increase has triggered further discussions with the IMF on monetary policy measures to address rising inflation.

The inability to curb inflation puts additional strain on households and businesses, as higher prices reduce purchasing power and increase the cost of living. If inflation continues to rise, it could further delay economic recovery efforts.

Another key setback in Ghana’s IMF-supported programme is the failure to meet social spending targets. Under the agreement, the government was expected to allocate adequate resources to essential services such as education, healthcare, and social welfare. However, Ghana fell short of these commitments, raising concerns about the well-being of vulnerable populations.

Ensuring adequate social spending is critical for maintaining stability and fostering inclusive economic growth, but the missed targets suggest that many citizens may not be receiving the necessary support.

Structural Reforms Fall Behind Schedule

In addition to failing to meet fiscal and monetary targets, Ghana has also fallen short on structural benchmarks. These benchmarks include key policy measures designed to strengthen long-term economic stability.

One major failure was the inability to submit essential economic reform bills to Parliament on time. Dr. Forson pointed out that these missed deadlines further hinder the effectiveness of the IMF programme. Without timely structural reforms, Ghana risks prolonging economic instability and weakening investor confidence.

The implications of these missed targets are significant for Ghana’s economic future. The inability to meet IMF performance criteria could undermine investor confidence, making it harder for the country to attract foreign direct investment.

This could lead to higher borrowing costs, further straining public finances. Additionally, persistent high inflation and rising fiscal deficits could cause prolonged economic instability, affecting both businesses and consumers.

As Ghana prepares for the upcoming IMF review, the government must take urgent steps to bring the programme back on track. Addressing the fiscal deficit will require tighter spending controls and improved revenue collection.

Tackling inflation will demand stronger monetary policies to stabilize prices and restore investor confidence. Additionally, the government must prioritize social spending commitments to support vulnerable communities.

The government also needs to accelerate structural reforms, ensuring that necessary economic bills are passed in Parliament without further delays. Implementing these measures effectively will be crucial in restoring macroeconomic stability and keeping Ghana’s IMF-supported programme on course.

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Tags: Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato ForsonGDP surplusIMF-Supported ProgrammeinflationQuantitative performance criteria (QPCs)
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