The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has strengthened its partnership with the leading accounting firm KPMG through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). 

The signing ceremony, held on Tuesday, June 24 2025 in Accra will enhance cooperation between the public and private sectors in effective planning, implementation, and monitoring of Sustainable Development Goals. 

It will also see the NDPC and KPMG combine forces in executing initiatives in strategic areas such as thought leadership, resource mobilization, local economic development, and capacity building.

In his address, NDPC Board Chairman, Dr. Nii Moi Thompson, described the strategic alliance as a pivotal achievement in the NDPC’s mission to fulfill its mandate, noting that the collaboration with KPMG would bring in valuable private sector expertise to support evidence-based decision-making and accelerate progress towards achieving the SDGs. 

He emphasized that the MoU’s pillars, which include capacity building and the attainment of the SDGs, are critical components that inspire confidence in the partnership’s potential to deliver significant and transformative outcomes for the country.

Dr. Thompson highlighted one key aspect of capacity building which is the training of NDPC staff to analyze and interpret the financial reports of companies listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange. 

He noted that such expertise would empower NDPC staff to comprehensively assess the performance of both state-owned and private enterprises, enabling them to provide well-informed recommendations to the President of the country regarding thriving sectors and those requiring intervention.

Expressing his enthusiasm for the MoU, Dr. Thompson reiterated his belief that the partnership would yield mutual benefits for both organizations. 

On his part, Mr. Kwame Sarpong Barnieh, Head of Advisory KPMG, expressed delight about the partnership and reaffirmed KPMG’s commitment to supporting inclusive and sustainable development in Ghana. 

He emphasized that the MoU aligns with KPMG’s mission to use its expertise to contribute meaningfully to national development. 

He underscored the vital role of institutions like KPMG in advancing national development and commended the NDPC for embracing the partnership, which he believes will enhance KPMG’s contributions to Ghana’s progress.