President John Dramani Mahama has announced a significant rise in Ghana’s international reserves, describing it as a key indicator of improving economic stability and renewed investor confidence.
Speaking at the opening of the Ghana-UK Investment Summit 2026 in London on Monday, June 1, the President said the country’s reserves had grown from about $8.9 billion to nearly $13.9 billion.
He explained that the increase has strengthened Ghana’s external buffers, helped stabilise the local currency, and improved overall economic predictability for businesses and investors.
According to him, the gains reflect ongoing economic recovery efforts, which are also contributing to easing interest rates and a more stable exchange rate environment.
President Mahama noted that Ghana’s currency performance has improved against major international currencies, while sovereign credit assessments have also shown positive movement following recent upgrades by rating agencies.
He further stated that these macroeconomic improvements are gradually restoring business confidence and reducing uncertainty in the investment climate.
“These improvements are not abstract macroeconomic indicators; they translate into a more predictable investment environment, lower operating costs, and improved planning conditions for businesses and investors,” he said.
The summit brought together government officials, investors, and policymakers from Ghana and the United Kingdom to deepen economic cooperation and explore new investment opportunities.
