World Bank puts Ghana's growth at 6.2 per cent in the first half of 2026
18 October 2026
The World Bank's country overview for Ghana records resilient growth averaging 5.9 per cent in the last two years. Growth continued into the first half of 2026 at 6.2 per cent. The World Bank attributes it to strong services activity and a recovery of oil and gas, while agriculture slowed. Growth is projected at 4.8 per cent in 2026 and to converge towards medium-term potential. New PECAN oil fields coming onstream are among the factors named as supporting the outlook.
Growth, first half of 2026:
6.2 per cent
Projected growth, 2026:
4.8 per cent
Two-year average:
5.9 per cent
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