Lands Commission plans GH‵1.8bn investment for land reforms by 2030

The Lands Commission of Ghana has announced an ambitious GH₵1.8 billion investment plan to implement its Strategic Land Administration Reform Project (SLARP) by 2030. This five-year initiative is designed to enhance efficiency, transparency, and service delivery within the nation's land administration. National Coordinator Jones Ofori-Boadu confirmed that the project will be primarily financed through the Commission's internally generated funds, focusing on eight key components, including the development of a robust Land Information System.

Financial momentum for these reforms is already evident, with the Commission reporting the collection of GH₵40.7 million in ground rent as of August 2026. This achievement represents 90.4% of the annual GH₵45 million target and reflects a significant improvement over the GH₵32 million collected during the same period in the previous year. The surge in revenue is largely attributed to the implementation of a new digital platform specifically designed to facilitate ground rent mobilization and improve record-keeping.

To ensure the sustainability of its modernization efforts, the Commission is intensifying enforcement measures against rent defaulters. Executive Secretary Prof. Anthony Owusu-Ansah stated that legal action is being initiated against entities that have failed to meet their financial obligations. He reminded lessees that ground rent must be paid annually, regardless of whether a formal demand notice has been issued. The Commission is also actively updating lease records and encouraging the renewal of expired leases to avoid further legal consequences.

Prof. Owusu-Ansah expressed optimism about the future of land administration in Ghana, noting that the SLARP initiative is a critical step toward a more efficient system that supports sustainable development. By modernizing infrastructure and improving revenue collection through digital tools, the Commission aims to create a more reliable and accessible framework for land ownership, which is expected to bolster national economic growth over the coming years.