The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has rolled out its 2024 manifesto, laying out the party’s roadmap and priorities for the next four years.
The launch, attended by Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, party leaders, and supporters, highlighted key areas the NPP intends to address if given another term. The manifesto presents a comprehensive plan to tackle Ghana’s economic, social, and environmental challenges.
Here are 15 key points from the NPP’s 2024 manifesto:
- Economic Growth and Job Creation:
The NPP aims to transform the economy with a focus on industrialization, digital growth, and entrepreneurship. The party plans to create a million jobs, with a special focus on youth employment through initiatives like “YouStart” and “1D1F” (One District, One Factory). - Scrapping the E-Levy and Betting Tax:
In a move to ease financial pressures, the NPP promises to abolish the controversial E-Levy and betting tax, a decision that has been met with widespread approval, especially among the youth. - National Credit Scoring System:
The NPP introduced a national credit scoring system aimed at making credit more accessible to Ghanaians, fostering personal and business growth with a “buy now, pay later” approach. - Infrastructure Development:
The party will continue to focus on expanding infrastructure, including roads, schools, and healthcare facilities, with plans to build a new railway line to boost connectivity between key economic areas. - Healthcare Reforms:
Plans to expand the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) and introduce a nationwide telemedicine program are central to the NPP’s health agenda. The manifesto also commits to completing the “Agenda 111” hospitals and enhancing healthcare services with better conditions for medical professionals. - Education and Skills Development:
The NPP remains committed to education by expanding access to free Senior High School (SHS) education and strengthening Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to better prepare youth for the job market. - Modernizing Agriculture:
The NPP plans to modernize agriculture through mechanization and better support for farmers, including an expansion of the “Planting for Food and Jobs” program to secure food supply and increase exports. - Fighting Corruption:
The party reiterated its commitment to fighting corruption, vowing to strengthen anti-corruption institutions and enforce tougher penalties. The NPP also plans to curb illegal mining and protect the environment. - Advancing Digitalization:
The manifesto outlines further digitalization of government services, aiming to streamline processes and reduce bureaucracy. The NPP also plans to expand the National Identification System (Ghana Card) to integrate with other essential services. - Energy and Environmental Conservation:
The NPP is focused on energy sustainability by increasing the use of renewables, improving energy efficiency, and ensuring a reliable power supply. The party is also committed to environmental conservation through reforestation and stricter enforcement of environmental laws. - Addressing Housing Needs:
The NPP has pledged to tackle the housing shortage by constructing more affordable homes. Urban development will also prioritize better sanitation, water supply, and public transportation. - Empowering Women and Promoting Gender Equality:
The NPP’s manifesto highlights the empowerment of women through improved access to education, healthcare, and economic opportunities, alongside a commitment to achieving gender equality across all sectors. - Enhancing National Security:
Public safety remains a priority, with plans to boost security forces, improve border control, and address emerging threats. - Boosting Tourism and Cultural Heritage:
The NPP aims to enhance Ghana’s tourism industry by promoting its rich cultural heritage and natural attractions, while also developing infrastructure to attract more visitors. The party also plans to support the creative arts and sports sectors. - Environmental Sustainability:
The manifesto emphasizes the importance of protecting Ghana’s natural resources, with plans for extensive reforestation and the establishment of plantations to restore and preserve the country’s forests.
The NPP’s 2024 manifesto presents a vision of a prosperous, secure, and sustainable Ghana, driven by innovation and inclusivity.
