A New Era for Ghana: John Mahama's Vision for the Future

The 2024 Ghanaian election was one of the most highly contested and closely watched elections in the country's history. After a gruelling campaign season, John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), emerged victorious, securing the presidency and paving the way for a new era in Ghanaian politics.

As president-elect, Mahama is set to be sworn in on the 7th of January, 2025 and will inherit a nation eager for change and progress. During his campaign, Mahama made several key promises to the Ghanaian populace, outlining a comprehensive vision for the country's future.

Written below are five(5) major promises made by John Dramani Mahama during his 2024 presidential campaign.

• Economic Reforms
  

Mahama pledged to implement a 24-hour economy, which would extend productivity into the night, offering increased opportunities for both businesses and consumers. He also pledged to abolish the unpopular electronic levy (e-levy) and review taxes on betting winnings to alleviate financial burdens.

• Education and Healthcare
  

John Dramani-Mahama promised to provide free academic fees for first-year tertiary students and free sanitary pads for girls. He also vowed to launch the Ghana Medical Care Trust (MahamaCares) Fund and provide accessible and free primary healthcare for every Ghanaian.

• Transparency and Accountability
  

Mahama, during his campaign said, when he is sworn into power, his government will conduct forensic audits into major public scandals and launch the "Operation Recover All Loot" (ORAL) strategy to fight corruption and expose all corrupt officials.

• Job Creation and Social Programs
  

John Mahama stated he was going to create jobs through innovative policies and initiatives, including the launch of the Women's Development Bank and sustainable job creation schemes.

• Restoring Ghana's International Reputation
  

The 2024 president-elect again promised to restore Ghana's international reputation and promote diplomacy. He pledged to strengthen Ghana's relationships with other countries and promote regional integration.

Ghanaians are eagerly waiting for John Dramani Mahama to take office and begin implementing his promises and vision for a better Ghana. With his experience, leadership, and commitment to transparency and accountability, citizens are hoping that the country will emerge from its current economic challenges and thrive in the years to come.