Business News of Thursday, 19 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPresident John Dramani Mahama on Thursday, February 19, 2026, signed the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill into law, paving the way for its full implementation and nationwide rollout. The passage of the bill establishes the regulatory framework and legal mandate for formalising and implementing the 24-hour economy. It also creates the 24-Hour Economy Authority, which will serve as the central coordinating body for the policy’s nationwide rollout. Parliament passes 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill“This marks a shift from strategy to implementation. The 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme is one of the government’s flagship initiatives, aimed at transforming the economy, enhancing productivity, and promoting inclusive growth.

Source: GhanaWeb February 19, 2026 12:09 UTC