The General Council of the Ghana Association of Banks (GAB) held an emergency meeting on March 18, 2026, to review recent developments within the banking industry and the broader economic environment.

The meeting, which took place at GAB conference Room in North Ridge Accra, brought together representatives of all member banks to deliberate on key industry matters and ongoing engagements with regulators and other key stakeholders.

Discussions covered a range of topical issues affecting the banking sector, including market trends, regulatory updates, and industry initiatives. The session also provided an opportunity for members to exchange views and assess the operating landscape.

Participants were updated on ongoing policy engagements with the Bank of Ghana and other stakeholder institutions, as well as planned initiatives aimed at strengthening the sector.

The Council further considered areas of collaboration among banks and reaffirmed the importance of coordination in addressing industry-wide issues.

As part of the way forward, the Association indicated that it would continue consultations with stakeholders and advance discussions on key matters affecting the sector.

The meeting forms part of GAB’s ongoing efforts to support a stable and resilient banking industry in Ghana.

Below are selected excerpts from the meeting.