The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has officially launched the National Urban Policy (2026–2035) and the National Slum Upgrading and Prevention Strategy (2026–2035) during the 9th Ghana Urban Forum in Accra.
The two-day event starting on Tuesday, 28 July, 2026, convened government officials, development partners, local authorities, academia, civil society, and other key stakeholders to chart practical pathways for inclusive, resilient, and sustainable urban growth.
The event was held under the theme:
“Resetting Ghana’s Urban Future: Thinking Nationally and Taking Local Actions for Inclusive, Resilient and Sustainable Cities.”
The launch signals the government’s commitment to repositioning Ghana’s cities for better planning, improved living conditions, and stronger local action over the next decade.
The forum is chaired by
Chairman, National Development Planning Commission
Dr. Nii Moi Thompson
