President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled plans to irrigate over two million hectares of farmland as part of his government’s ambitious 24-hour economy initiative aimed at transforming Ghana’s agricultural landscape.
Speaking at the official launch of the initiative in Accra, President Mahama said the irrigation project forms the foundation of Grow 24, a key pillar of the 24-hour economy agenda focused on modernising agriculture through technology and sustainable practices.
He explained that Grow 24 will facilitate all-year-round farming and lead to the creation of agro-industrial parks across the country.
These parks will support value addition, agro-processing, packaging, and improved market access—ultimately reducing post-harvest losses.
President Mahama described the programme as a bold step toward achieving food self-sufficiency and increasing agricultural exports. It will also enhance farmer cooperatives, mechanisation, and access to improved seeds and inputs.
The broader 24-hour economy, he said, is designed to boost productivity across agriculture, manufacturing, services, and the creative arts. It will be supported by investments in infrastructure, financing, and digital connectivity to ensure round-the-clock operations and job creation.