President John Dramani Mahama has officially broken ground for a construction of a 24-hour economy model market in Bono region's Dormaa Ahenkro, a move aimed at modernising local commerce and enhancing economic activity across the country.

Speaking at the ceremony on Wednesday, March 18, President Mahama revealed that the initiative will extend to all 261 districts nationwide, the presidency noted in a Facebook post.

The markets are planned to feature a range of facilities, including banking services, cold storage units, daycare centres, police and fire posts, clinics, and other essential amenities to support traders and the wider community.

During the visit, the President also inspected progress on key road infrastructure projects, notably the 80-kilometre Jinijini–Sampa Road and the Sunyani Outer Ring Road, emphasising the importance of quality transport networks in facilitating trade and mobility.

President Mahama highlighted the country’s improved macroeconomic performance, noting that inflation has declined sharply from 23.4 percent to 3.3 percent, while the Ghana cedi has strengthened from between GH¢16–GH¢17 to approximately GH¢10.70 against the US dollar.

He stressed that sustaining these gains is essential to shielding the economy from future external shocks and ensuring long-term stability.

The 24-hour economy markets form part of the administration’s broader agenda to modernise Ghana’s trade infrastructure, stimulate local economies, and deliver tangible benefits to citizens across all regions.