Africa-Press – Ghana. The flagbearer of the governing New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, outlined his vision for the country on February 7, setting the tone for his campaign ahead of the 2024 elections.
Dr. Bawumia’s main contender, John Dramani Mahama, launched his campaign in the Volta region last year. Mr. Mahama shared his views and policies, which he believes are the panacea for the ailing Ghanaian economy. He has promised to champion job creation to provide sustainable employment for the teeming unemployed youth.
Press tabulates some key areas to compare the promises made by the two leading contenders.
We will continue and bring to conclusion the constitution review process began by President Atta Mills including a review of the controversial article 71 to reduce the number of officeholders and remove the disparities in privileges and emoluments vis a vis the public and civil service.
To accomplish this, there will be no taxes on digital payments under my administration. The e-levy will therefore be abolished.
Strictly enforce prudence and responsibility in the management of public finances.
Embark on sweeping reforms at the Bank of Ghana.
Restore faith in the financial sector.
Continue abandoned projects.
My government will support the Minerals Commission and key stakeholders to formalise the Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) sector.
Mahama promised the prohibition of granting mining concessions in forest reserves when his party wins the 2024 elections.
Mahama wants to create movie studios and theatres where movie producers can use the studio for a subsidised fee.
This approach will alleviate financial pressure on the government and enable redirection of more support to other sports disciplines
Mahama has also assured of reviving the Ghana Premier League and the Black Stars following the shambolic show of the latter at the AFCON 2023.
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