Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, says that government remains the core partner to Ghana’s business community and will continue to provide sound policies and interventions that support their growth, expansion, and sustainability.

“Government is a partner, not a competitor; and we’re creating an enabling environment—policy stability, digitisation, lower taxes, reliable energy, skills development, and smart incentives—that will empower businesses to plan, scale, and thrive,” he said in a speech read on his behalf at the 15th edition of the Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards Gala Dinner in Accra.

Spotlighting the visionary leadership of the president, he stated that prudent actions taken on the fiscal and monetary fronts have restored confidence in the economy, attracting investments and renewing opportunities for entrepreneurs and businesses, especially small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

“The cedi has stabilised, interest rates have dropped, and our reserves have rebounded; bolstering macroeconomic resilience and enabling access to affordable credit for entrepreneurs, particularly small-sized businesses,” the Chief of Staff emphasised.

Despite the economic gains made so far, Mr. Debrah indicated that the most inspiring outcomes were yet to come from the government’s flagship 24-hour economy initiative and the ambitious infrastructure-led agenda—The Big Push.

“With the 24-hour economy policy, we’re rewiring the DNA of our economy from one that sleeps at night to one that hums with productivity round the clock—this is a game-changer,” he added.

Debrah praised the enduring spirit of entrepreneurs in the country for weathering the storms of the business sector over the years—from high inflation and currency depreciation to global supply chain disruptions and domestic policy constraints.

To him, celebrating entrepreneurs was not merely ceremonial but deeply symbolic, serving as an inspiration to every young Ghanaian that entrepreneurship is not just an option, but also a powerful tool for national development.

He applauded the awardees as standard-bearers of the nation whose businesses and stories have become case studies and blueprints that inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.

“Ghana does not belong to government alone, but also to the men and women who wake up every day and turn ideas into enterprises. You’re our silent nation builders.

These honours must remind us that true success is not fleeting; it is measured by long-term impact, transformation of industries, and legacies that outlive individuals,” he extolled the gathering of job creators and astute industrialists.

This year’s awards event, which was held on the theme: “Celebrating 15 years of honouring entrepreneurial excellence”, recognised the contributions of Ghana’s leading entrepreneurs and captains of industry for creating jobs and wealth as well as fuelling national development.

Lebanese ambassador to Ghana and dean of the diplomatic corps, Maher Kheir, who was a guest of honour at the event, underscored that the occasion was a celebration of innovation, resilience, and leadership that embodied the Ghanaian entrepreneurship culture.

He commended the excellent bilateral relations between Ghana and its development partners, specifically Lebanese investors who continue to support the country’s social and economic journey in the spirit of partnership and shared progress.

“The achievements we are celebrating go beyond a reflection of excellence, of real impact—building industries, creating opportunities, and shaping the future of the nation with purpose.

Let’s continue to work together to foster companionship that is inclusive, sustainable, and visionary for Ghana, for the continent, and for generations,” he said.