World Bank VP, Ousmane Diagana to Visit Ghana for Key Engagements

Mr. Diagana’s visit will coincide with the swearing-in ceremony of Ghana’s President-Elect, H.E. John Dramani Mahama. He will attend the inaugural event and hold discussions with President Mahama to explore the vision of the new administration and identify areas where the World Bank Group can support Ghana’s aspirations for prosperity and sustainability.

As part of his itinerary, Mr. Diagana will visit the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park and Mausoleum in Accra, a historical site recently renovated with the support of the World Bank.

In Kumasi, Mr. Diagana will meet His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, to discuss the progress of the Kumasi Urban Mobility Accessibility Project (KUMAP), a major initiative currently under preparation. He will also visit the project site to assess developments and understand the project’s impact on urban mobility.

The World Bank has maintained a strong presence in Ghana since 1957, supporting the country’s development with an active portfolio valued at $4.84 billion. This portfolio spans 25 projects across multiple sectors, including finance and competitiveness (15%), health, nutrition, and population (12%), urban resilience and land (12%), and social protection and jobs (9%).

This visit underscores the World Bank’s commitment to fostering sustainable development and economic growth in Ghana, with a focus on supporting critical sectors and advancing initiatives that directly impact the lives of Ghanaians.