NDPC pushes for inclusive spatial planning to achieve balanced national development
Nii Moi Thompson, Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), called for a strategic shift in Ghana's development model on Thursday, March 26, in the Ahafo Region. Dr. Thompson stressed that development must go beyond policy design to deliberately organising how land use, infrastructure and economic activities are distributed across the country. He stated, "Planning must reflect the needs of all segments of society and ensure equitable access to opportunities."
Dr. Thompson identified the disconnect between sectoral planning and spatial realities as a major weakness in Ghana's development framework. Audrey Smock Amoah, the Director-General of the Commission, underscored the importance of planning discipline and adherence to national guidelines. She said, "Whenever you request funds, the first document that will be demanded is your development plan," adding that monitoring and evaluation systems have been strengthened to improve accountability, although delays in submitting Annual Progress Reports remain a challenge. Joseph Frimpong Nayo, Acting Coordinating Director, on behalf of the Ahafo Regional Minister, called for data-driven decision-making and a transition from subsistence agriculture to value-added industrialisation supported by robust infrastructure.
The engagement concluded with the presentation of certificates to all six districts in the region following the approval of their Medium-Term Development Plans for the 2026-2029 period.
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The NDPC is advocating for inclusive spatial planning as a means to achieve balanced national development in Ghana- a call made during a regional stakeholder engagement in the Ahafo Region. Policymakers are being urged to prioritise spatial planning, but what does this mean for the future?
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