By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
The
Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has officially
launched the country's Sustainable Finance Roadmap, reaffirming the central
bank's commitment to building a resilient, inclusive and future-ready financial
system.
Launched
on 30 June 2026, the roadmap provides a coordinated framework to integrate
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) principles into Ghana's financial
sector, strengthen climate-related risk management, and mobilise sustainable
finance to support the country's long-term economic transformation.
Speaking
at the launch, Dr. Asiama said sustainable finance extends beyond risk
management and presents an opportunity for Ghana to unlock new sources of
investment and accelerate national development.
"Sustainable
finance is not only about managing risks. It is also about positioning Ghana to
access new pools of global capital, finance critical infrastructure, support
the energy transition, deepen our financial markets, and strengthen long-term growth,"
he said.
The
roadmap is expected to guide financial institutions in embedding sustainability
considerations into their operations while promoting responsible investment
practices that enhance financial stability and resilience.
The
Bank of Ghana said it will continue working closely with financial sector
regulators, industry stakeholders and development partners to implement the
roadmap and foster a financial ecosystem that supports sustainable economic
growth, climate resilience and shared prosperity.
The
initiative aligns with growing global efforts to integrate sustainability into
financial systems and reflects Ghana's commitment to strengthening its
financial sector while supporting the country's environmental and development
objectives.
