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Women's Development Bank rollout prioritised for stability

Ghana's Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, stated that the Women's Development Bank is a priority but its launch will be careful. The bank aims to provide low-interest loans, support, and business opportunities for female entrepreneurs. Early launch could hurt its stability. The government aims for international standards.

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Women's Development Bank rollout prioritised for stability

Ghana's Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, confirmed efforts to launch the Women's Development Bank. This bank is a key part of the government's plan to help women in business.

The bank will give low-interest loans, technical help, and chances for female business owners across Ghana. It aims to remove hurdles that stop women from getting money to grow their businesses.

Prof. Opoku-Agyemang said the launch needs to be careful. A fast launch could make the bank unstable and hurt its goal to help people. She noted that careful planning is happening to meet global standards for how banks are run.

This initiative is important for Ghana's economic growth. It will help more women take part in the economy. This can lead to more jobs and stronger local businesses. The bank's careful setup is key to its success and to protecting the funds meant for women in business.

Tags: Women's Development Bank financial inclusion SME development economic empowerment Ghana banking

Source: StatsGH — Ghana's data-driven news platform