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NDPC, NCCE Strengthen Collaboration as Consolidated National Development Plan Advances

The Director-General of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Dr Audrey Smock Amoah, has reaffirmed the strong partnership between the NDPC and the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), describing both institutions as key actors in Ghana’s development agenda. She noted that discussions between the two bodies highlighted “the strong relationship between the mandates of both institutions,” which are essential for national transformation.

Presenting on the Consolidated National Development Plan, Dr Amoah explained that national development requires strong collaboration among citizens, government institutions, and stakeholders. She noted that “effective national development requires active collaboration among citizens, government institutions, and stakeholders at all levels,” adding that the Commission operates under Article 86 of the 1992 Constitution and related legislative frameworks to guide national policy direction.

She stated that the NDPC is consolidating multiple long term development frameworks into a single national plan to ensure coherence in policy implementation. According to her, “the President had tasked the Commission to consolidate the various long term development initiatives into one unified national plan,” with focus areas including economic transformation, job creation, governance reform, and social development.

Dr Amoah further emphasised that all national development efforts must align with constitutional principles, noting that “all national policies and development interventions are guided by the Directive Principles of State Policy enshrined in the Constitution.”

Dr Amoah also called for stronger stakeholder participation in development planning, highlighting consultations held nationwide with regional and district actors. She stressed that “planning must precede budgeting,” cautioning that weak planning leads to the misallocation of resources, which she likened to “going to the market without a shopping list.”

She therefore underscored the need for strengthened collaboration with the NCCE to promote civic education and national values. According to the Director-General, “the ultimate goal of civic education and national values campaigns is behavioural change,” and the proposed collaboration would include a Joint Technical Working Group and nationwide sensitisation programmes under the “Good Society” agenda.

Responding to the Director-General’s presentation, the Chairperson of the NCCE, Madam Kathleen Addy, expressed appreciation for the initiative and commended the Commission’s commitment to national development planning. She noted that “one of the key challenges in advancing national development initiatives is ensuring practical implementation and sustained commitment beyond policy discussions.”

She emphasised that behavioural change requires structured and evidence-based approaches, stating that “changing attitudes and behaviours requires deliberate, structured, and scientifically informed approaches rather than simple public messaging.” She reaffirmed the NCCE’s readiness to collaborate with the NDPC, particularly in advancing nationwide civic education and values transformation programmes.

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WOMEC ENGAGES STAKEHOLDERS ON SUSTAINABLE FINANCING FOR MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION IN GHANA

Women, Media and Change (WOMEC), on Wednesday, 21 May 2026, organised an exclusive Breakfast Meeting with Honourable Members of Parliament and selected stakeholders to promote strategic dialogue on sustainable financing and parliamentary leadership for maternal and child nutrition in Ghana.

Held under the theme, “Strengthening Parliamentary Leadership and Domestic Financing for Maternal and Child Nutrition,” the meeting aimed to deepen parliamentary engagement, strengthen accountability, and promote increased domestic investment to improve nutrition outcomes across the country.

During the meeting, Mr Nii Odoi Odotei, a Principal Planning Analyst at the National Development Planning Commission, delivered a presentation on “Ghana’s Nutrition for Growth (N4G) Commitments: Progress, Gaps and Opportunities.” He highlighted key achievements made under Ghana’s nutrition agenda, identified existing challenges, and outlined opportunities for improving nutrition financing and accountability mechanisms in Ghana. Read more: https://www.ndpc.gov.gh/media_center/blog_details/womec-organises-breakfast-meeting-on-sustainable-financing-for-maternal-and-child-nutrition-in-ghana

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NDPC Hosts University of West Florida delegation on National Development Planning

The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) on Monday, 18 May 2026, hosted a delegation from the Department of Earth and Environment Sciences of the University of West Florida for a courtesy call and knowledge-sharing engagement focused on national development planning, governance, and sustainable development.

The delegation was received by Mr. Richard Tweneboah-Kodua, the Director of Research on behalf of the Director-General of NDPC. He welcomed the team and highlighted the importance of knowledge exchange and collaboration between academic institutions and policy-making bodies.

Delivering a presentation on behalf of the Commission, Senior Planning Analyst, Mr. Christopher Conduah explained that the Commission derives its mandate from the legal framework establishing the institution and serves as the central coordinating body responsible for advising the President on development planning, coordinating national development policies, monitoring and evaluating programmes, and making proposals for the protection of Ghana’s natural and physical environment…Read more: https://www.ndpc.gov.gh/media_center/blog_details/ndpc-hosts-university-of-west-florida-delegation-on-national-development-planning

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NDPC Holds Validation Meeting on Draft 2025 Annual Progress Report

The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has commenced a three-day validation meeting today, Monday, 18 May 2026, on the draft 2025 National Annual Progress Report (APR), bringing together representatives from Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), Regional Coordinating Councils (RCCs), Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), development partners, and students to review progress under Ghana’s 2022–2025 Medium-Term National Development Policy Framework.

In his opening remarks, Mr Richard Tweneboah-Kodua emphasised the importance of stakeholder collaboration and evidence based reporting in national development planning. He noted that the Annual Progress Report has remained a key accountability tool since its introduction under the Fourth Republican Constitution. According to him, “The Annual Progress Report serves as an important instrument for measuring Ghana’s progress in implementing nationally agreed development plans. It also enables us to track our commitments under regional, continental, and global development frameworks and protocols.”

He explained that the work of institutions extends beyond data collection and reporting, stating that “the information we generate contributes to improved healthcare delivery, better livelihoods, stronger businesses, enhanced environmental management, and more efficient public services.”

Mr Kodua commended MDAs, RCCs, and MMDAs for their continued support to the APR process over the years. He noted that the 2025 reporting cycle presents a learning opportunity ahead of the new 2026 to 2029 Medium Term Development Framework. He stated that “this final reporting cycle under the current framework should help us refine our indicators, strengthen data quality, improve timeliness, and enhance overall reporting systems going forward.”

The Chairman of the Commission, Dr Nii Moi Thompson, in his keynote address, urged participants to move beyond routine reporting and place greater emphasis on impact, performance, and productivity. He stated that although Ghana has consistently developed plans and produced Annual Progress Reports, implementation gaps continue to constrain national transformation. He added, “It is not enough to go through the motions or fulfil procedural requirements. We must be equally concerned about the actual results and impact of our efforts.”

Dr Thompson referred to Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning, highlighting the need for stronger feedback mechanisms to improve policy implementation and outcomes. He noted that several long term development strategies, including the 40 Year Development Plan, Ghana Beyond Aid, Ghana at 100, and Vision 2057, had not been fully implemented. “The challenge is not the absence of plans. The challenge is implementation,” he emphasised.

He also stressed the role of strong institutions, discipline, and productivity in achieving sustainable development. According to him, “Without the right attitudes, discipline, accountability, and work ethic, even well designed policies and development plans may not deliver the desired results.” He identified electricity, water, transport and logistics, and digital infrastructure as key pillars for Ghana’s industrialisation and competitiveness. Read more: https://www.ndpc.gov.gh/media_center/blog_details/ndpc-holds-validation-meeting-on-draft-2025-annual-progress-report

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