Ghana: Technical Assistance Report-Enhancing the Macroprudential Policy Framework and Toolkit
Technical Assistance Reports, April 8, 2026
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- Published: April 8, 2026
- Series: Technical Assistance Reports
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.5089/9798229044196.019
Mission overview
- An IMF technical assistance mission to the Bank of Ghana (BoG) conducted a comprehensive review of the macroprudential policy framework and toolkit to enhance the stability of the banking system.
- The mission assessed the institutional arrangements for macroprudential oversight, evaluated existing macroprudential policy instruments, and provided detailed guidance on implementing a countercyclical capital buffer (CCyB) and domestic systemically important bank (D-SIB) buffer.
- Analytical efforts were complemented by in-person seminars and workshops to build capacity and support effective operationalization.
Key findings
- Institutional arrangements for macroprudential oversight require strengthening to support timely and effective decision-making.
- Existing macroprudential policy instruments were evaluated and found to need broadening and further operationalization.
- The systemic risk monitoring framework would benefit from incorporating more forward-looking assessments.
- Detailed guidance on implementing a countercyclical capital buffer (CCyB) and a domestic systemically important bank (D-SIB) buffer was provided.
Policy recommendations
- Establish a dedicated decision-making process for macroprudential policy at the Bank of Ghana (BoG).
- Adopt a macroprudential strategy to guide policy priorities and operational implementation.
- Enhance communications for macroprudential policy through a distinct channel to improve transparency and effectiveness.
- Broaden and further operationalize the macroprudential policy toolkit, including concrete steps for CCyB and D-SIB buffer implementation.
- Incorporate more forward-looking assessments into the systemic risk monitoring framework.
Capacity building and operational support
- Delivered in-person seminars and workshops aimed at building capacity and supporting effective operationalization of the recommended measures.
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