By Wilhelmina Love
M&C Group has committed to supporting the government’s newly launched 24-Hour Economy & Accelerated Export Development program, outlining plans to extend operations, invest in infrastructure, and create jobs as part of efforts to boost production and exports.
The 24-Hour Economy policy aims to reorganize Ghana’s industrial, commercial, and service sectors to operate around the clock, improving productivity, value addition, and export capacity. Key components include multi-shift operations in industries and services, incentives for private investment in value-adding sectors, and reforms in labor, tax, and utility frameworks.
M&C Group, which operates across property, logistics, trading, energy, and management consultancy, said several of its business units could adopt multi-shift schedules to increase output and efficiency. The company also plans to invest in reliable power, water, security, and maintenance systems to support extended operations.
“Operating some of our logistics, trading, and energy operations in multiple shifts will allow us to maximize throughput and better serve clients while creating more employment opportunities,” an M&C spokesperson said.
The company highlighted the policy’s potential to generate jobs for youth and other workers in roles such as night-shift supervisors, security personnel, technical staff, and maintenance teams. M&C also intends to expand value addition in export-oriented businesses, moving beyond raw material exports.
M&C acknowledged challenges in fully implementing 24-hour operations, including utility reliability, staff welfare, regulatory compliance, and increased operational costs. The company said it plans to address these issues through investment in backup systems, safety and shift-management policies, and engagement with regulatory authorities.
Analysts note that participation from major private sector players like M&C could help drive the 24-Hour Economy agenda by increasing production, boosting exports, and creating jobs.
The program is part of the government’s broader strategy to strengthen Ghana’s industrial base, improve infrastructure utilization, and attract investment.
