Ghana Validates First Biennial Report under AU Agenda 2063’s Second Ten-Year Plan

Story by Eugene Nyarko Jnr. l Accra

The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), in collaboration with the National African Peer Review Mechanism Governing Council (NAPRM-GC), has validated Ghana’s First Biennial Report under the Second Ten-Year Implementation Plan (STYIP) of the African Union’s Agenda 2063.

The validation meeting, held in Accra, brought together representatives from government institutions, development partners, and civil society organisations to review data and finalise Ghana’s progress report ahead of its submission to the African Union Commission.

In his welcome address, Mr. Richard Tweneboah Kodua, Director for Research at the NDPC, reaffirmed Ghana’s unwavering commitment to achieving the goals of AU Agenda 2063. He noted that Ghana has consistently reported on its progress, recording major gains in access to electricity, clean water, internet connectivity, and women’s empowerment.

However, Mr. Tweneboah Kodua acknowledged that challenges remain in job creation and sustainable economic growth. He stressed the importance of credible data in measuring progress, adding that “the final report must present an accurate picture of Ghana’s progress and ensure alignment between national priorities and continental aspirations.”

Delivering a presentation on the Second Ten-Year Implementation Plan, Madam Patience Ampomah, Senior Planning Analyst at NDPC, explained that the framework builds on lessons from the first decade of implementation, which achieved a 39 percent success rate across Africa.

She said the new plan (2024–2033) focuses on acceleration rather than convergence, guided by ambitious targets—or “moonshots”—including ensuring all African countries achieve middle-income status by 2033 and promoting deeper continental integration through trade, infrastructure, and digital connectivity.

“Agenda 2063 is not just a continental dream; it is a roadmap for Africa’s transformation,” she noted, calling for stronger data systems, effective coordination, and greater national ownership. She further urged strengthened partnerships, resource mobilisation, and renewed political will to fast-track progress towards “The Africa We Want.”

Delivering a solidarity message, Mrs. Winnifred Asare, Acting Executive Secretary of NAPRM-GC, commended NDPC for its leadership and reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to promoting good governance and citizen participation in development planning.

She encouraged stakeholders to foster inclusive growth and transformative governance as Africa enters the “decade of acceleration,” adding that the validated report reflects Ghana’s governance performance and its dedication to continental goals.

Representatives from the Ministry of Finance and the African Union Technical Working Group also delivered solidarity messages, pledging continued support for Ghana in advancing the shared vision of Agenda 2063 – The Africa We Want.