President John Dramani Mahama has introduced an ambitious plan for Ghana in 2026, indicating a quicker pace of reforms and development initiatives aimed at enhancing social protection, transforming the economy, and strengthening democratic governance.
In his New Year’s Message to the Nation on January 1, 2026, President Mahama stated that the achievements of 2025 have established a strong foundation for the next stage of national development, emphasizing that the focus for the new year will be on expanding initiatives and achieving concrete results.
He reiterated his administration’s dedication to quality education, announcing that the digitalization of schools will proceed to ensure that classrooms nationwide are prepared for 21st-century learning.
Regarding healthcare, the President mentioned that the government will implement Universal Health Coverage through the Free Primary Health Care Programme to guarantee that no Ghanaian is denied medical treatment due to financial issues. He also noted that the Ghana Medical Trust Fund will assist individuals living with non-communicable diseases.
President Mahama also detailed plans to enhance food security and increase agricultural productivity, pointing out that agriculture will be transformed from a subsistence activity into a commercially viable sector through mechanization, value addition, and better access to markets.
In the energy sector, he revealed that the government is aiming for a 30 percent renewable energy share in the national energy mix, a step he claimed will lower energy costs and encourage environmental sustainability.
To address housing needs, the President announced plans to provide social housing units through public-private partnerships to help alleviate the country’s housing shortage.
On governance, President Mahama committed to intensifying the battle against corruption, asserting that there would be no “sacred cows” and that every public cedi would be accounted for.
He also revealed that his administration will implement the recommendations of the Constitutional Review Committee to strengthen the 1992 Constitution and deepen Ghana’s democratic gains.
According to the President, the outlined initiatives reflect a renewed resolve to build a fairer, more inclusive and prosperous Ghana in the years ahead.