World Bank Injects $360 Million to Boost Ghana’s Economic Recovery
The World Bank has disbursed US$360 million to Ghana under its Second Resilient Recovery Development Policy Financing operation, providing much-needed support in restoring macroeconomic stability and bolstering efforts for sustainable, resilient growth.
Approved by the Bank’s Board in June 2025 and ratified by Ghana’s Parliament in July, this aid package is aimed at supporting the government’s post-crisis recovery strategy.
What the Funding Will Do
The finance will help the following priority areas:
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Restoring fiscal sustainability through stronger revenue mobilisation and disciplined spending.
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Promoting financial sector stability and encouraging private-sector-led growth.
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Improving financial discipline in the energy sector to make it more efficient and less of a fiscal burden.
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Strengthening social systems and integrating climate resilience into public policy.
Why It Matters
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The disbursement complements earlier support under the first Resilient Recovery DPF, reinforcing ongoing reforms under Ghana’s programme with the IMF.
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It signals strong international confidence in Ghana’s reform path.
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Key reforms backed by this package are expected to help create job opportunities, improve public service delivery, and position Ghana for more resilient growth.
Source: My News Ghana
