Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has unveiled a comprehensive plan to address the country’s housing deficit and reform its land administration system, as part of a broader strategy to stimulate economic growth and development.
On Monday, Dr. Bawumia inaugurated two key projects: the new Lands Commission headquarters in Accra and over 1,000 affordable housing units in Tema, Community 26.
Speaking at the commissioning of the new Lands Commission Head Office in Accra, Dr. Bawumia stressed the critical role of an efficient land administration system in fostering Ghana’s economic and social progress.
“Ghana’s land sector continues to play a critical role in our economy, shaping the development of our communities, cities, and our nation as a whole,” he stated.
Citing data from the Ghana Statistical Service, the Vice President highlighted the reliance of approximately 90% of the population on land for their livelihoods, either directly or indirectly.
“A well-functioning land administration system is therefore essential for sustainable economic development, social cohesion, and a vibrant investment climate. That is why building a robust and modern land administration must be a priority for all,” he emphasized.
Dr. Bawumia outlined the government’s approach to modernizing land administration over the past eight years, which he described as being anchored on three pillars: Modern office infrastructure, Digitalisation and automation of business processes and a well-motivated and knowledgeable staff**
He expressed optimism that the new Lands Commission headquarters would help address challenges within the sector and ensure greater efficiency.
Later, Dr. Bawumia inaugurated over 1,000 affordable housing units in Tema, Community 26, as part of efforts to reduce Ghana’s housing deficit. He used the occasion to introduce the government’s new housing policy, dubbed the “Decade of Housing.”
“We have seen the year of roads and what impact we have made with the year of roads in Ghana. What I will be ushering in, God willing is a decade of housing. A decade of housing for us to address our housing needs in Ghana,” he announced.
The Vice President explained that the government would implement the policy using a private-public partnership financing model, ensuring sustainability and efficiency in tackling the nation’s housing challenges.
With these initiatives, Dr. Bawumia reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving infrastructure and creating opportunities for all Ghanaians.
