By EDITH MUTETHYA in Nairobi, Kenya |
China Daily Global |
Factories running through the night, markets operating around the clock and expanded logistics networks are at the heart of Ghana's drive to build a 24-hour export-driven economy, a flagship government initiative aimed at boosting production, increasing exports and creating millions of jobs across the country.
Launched in July, the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme, or 24H+, seeks to promote round-the-clock economic activity by encouraging businesses, industries and public services to operate beyond traditional daytime hours.
Under the initiative, the government plans to build modern markets across all 261 districts. The rollout is underway, with the facilities expected to include storage centers, banking services, clinics, childcare centers, police posts and fire stations to support continuous trading activities.
