
When the economy is in good hands, the people prosper
- The IMF endorses recovery
- The IMF’s latest verdict on a significant turnaround, and the New Economy that must follow
Dr Stephen LARTEY
Ghana has passed its first test since leaving IMF financing behind. On 4 November 2026, an IMF staff team led by Mr Ruben Atoyan reached a staff-level agreement with the authorities on the first review of Ghana’s 36-month Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI).
Published by Juliet Etefe
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