The Ghanaian government has taken a significant step towards promoting transparency and accountability in infrastructure development with the launch of the Performance Tracker. This digital platform, unveiled at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) in Accra, aims to provide citizens with factual, credible, and accurate information about ongoing infrastructure projects across the country.
Speaking at the launch, the Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, emphasized the importance of the Performance Tracker in fostering trust and confidence among citizens. He highlighted that the platform will showcase the progress and impact of infrastructure projects, enabling citizens to track developments in their communities.
The Performance Tracker features a comprehensive database of infrastructure projects, with over thirteen thousand projects listed along with their geolocations. These projects cover various thematic areas, including roads, healthcare, education, and more. Minister Oppong Nkrumah emphasized that the data provided on the platform is sourced from reliable sources such as the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), ensuring its accuracy and credibility.
One of the key highlights of the Performance Tracker is the significant progress made in road construction and rehabilitation. According to Minister Oppong Nkrumah, over eleven thousand nine hundred and seventy-four point ninety-six kilometers of roads have been constructed and rehabilitated between 2017 and 2020. This marks a significant increase of one hundred and fifty-eight percent compared to the previous administration’s efforts.
In addition to road infrastructure, the Performance Tracker also tracks progress in other sectors such as healthcare and education. Minister Oppong Nkrumah cited the government’s Agenda 111 project, which aims to increase healthcare infrastructure across the country by fifty-five point nine percent. He also highlighted the construction and completion of STEM education schools and the significant number of students benefiting from free senior high school (SHS) and technical and vocational education and training (TVET) programs.
Minister Oppong Nkrumah emphasized that the Performance Tracker will play a crucial role in dispelling misinformation and providing citizens with accurate information ahead of the upcoming general elections. He urged citizens to visit the website and download the app to stay informed about government projects in their respective districts.
The launch of the Performance Tracker marks a significant milestone in the Ghanaian government’s efforts to enhance transparency and accountability in infrastructure development. By providing citizens with access to accurate and credible information, the government aims to foster trust and confidence in its initiatives and promote informed civic engagement.
