The Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry (GhCCI) has called on the government to implement strategic plans beyond slogans to achieve its infrastructure development goals.
Speaking at the sidelines of the launch of the 6th Ghana Investment and Trade Week, GhCCI Chairman Surv. Emmanuel Tetteh Martey emphasized the need for actionable steps under the government’s ‘Big Push’ initiative to drive infrastructure growth.
“We think the government has the goodwill, but it should not just be a slogan. There should be a strategic move,” Surv. Martey said. He added, “What are the actionable steps that we want to take so we know where we are going? Which vehicle are we taking? And how do we drive ourselves to get there?”
Highlighting the influential role of traditional chiefs, he said, “The chiefs are the rallying point for society. Once you get the chiefs on board, they will help rally their people to accept and support projects.”
Surv. Martey stated that GhCCI remains committed to engaging the government with ideas to ensure the successful implementation of infrastructure projects. “We offer ideas and dialogue with government. If our ideas are considered alongside theirs, we believe the desired outcomes will be achieved.”
The Chamber also advised the government to create an enabling environment for the private sector to lead housing development by improving infrastructure such as roads, water, and electricity. This, they say, will encourage private housing projects, help reduce housing prices, and address the housing deficit.
The 6th Ghana Investment and Trade Week, themed “Construction Prosperity: Advancing Industrial Growth through Smart Infrastructure Planning,” aims to promote investment and trade opportunities within Ghana’s infrastructure sector.
The event, organized by MIE Group, brought together over 80 industry stakeholders, policymakers, and traditional leaders to discuss advancing industrial growth and development.
With strategic planning, stakeholder consultation, and public support, GhCCI believes the government can realize its infrastructure development goals and stimulate economic growth in Ghana.
Source: AdomOnline
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