Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has called for a stronger focus on people-centred financial systems while addressing participants at the ACI World Congress in Accra.
Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, she welcomed international delegates and highlighted the pressing challenges facing emerging economies amid ongoing global economic uncertainty. According to her, such conditions continue to place significant strain on countries like Ghana, making resilient and inclusive financial systems more critical than ever.
The Vice President stressed that effective regulation, transparency, and accountability remain key pillars for building trust and stability within financial markets. She also pointed to the increasing influence of technology and automation, noting their transformative impact on how modern financial systems operate.
Emphasising the future, she called for sustained investment in digital infrastructure and the development of skills among young people across Africa. This, she said, is essential for ensuring the continent remains competitive in a rapidly evolving global economy.
She concluded by urging stronger collaboration among stakeholders to create financial systems that are not only resilient and responsive but also capable of improving livelihoods across societies.
