By Stanley Senya
Accra, Aug. 13, GNA – The Ghana Institute of Procurement and Supply (GIPS), in collaboration with strategic partners, has announced the second edition of the National Procurement and Supply Chain Conference (NPSC 2026), scheduled for September 2-3, 2026, in Accra.
The two-day conference would be held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) Auditorium and will bring together procurement professionals, policymakers, business leaders, academics, and development partners.
A statement issued in Accra said the conference will be on the theme: “Powering Transformation: Smart, Inclusive and Resilient Procurement and Supply Chains for National Development.”
It said the conference would focus on strategies to strengthen procurement and supply chain systems in Ghana and across Africa.
It said the event would position procurement and supply chain management as critical drivers of economic growth, industrialisation, job creation, and public sector efficiency.
The statement said NPSC 2026 would provide a high-level platform for stakeholders to deliberate on practical measures to improve procurement practices and address emerging challenges affecting supply chains.
The conference is also expected to promote collaboration and knowledge sharing among key players within the procurement and supply chain ecosystem.
It said renowned procurement and supply chain experts were expected to present papers on research findings, practical experiences, and innovative approaches to addressing challenges confronting the sector.
The event will also feature representatives from key state institutions and organisations from across Africa to facilitate cross-border collaboration and the exchange of knowledge on procurement reforms and best practices.
It said the participation of stakeholders from different sectors would help generate practical solutions for building smart, inclusive, and resilient procurement systems.
Among the distinguished speakers expected at the conference is the Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, who will share insights on building resilient procurement systems to support sustainable development and economic growth.
The statement said the conference would also examine how effective procurement systems could contribute to long-term national competitiveness and improve value for money in public expenditure.
It said that the conference formed part of its commitment to promoting professionalism, innovation and ethical standards within Ghana’s procurement and supply chain sector.
It would also strengthen partnerships among government, academia, and industry while creating opportunities for participants to share experiences and identify areas for collaboration.
The statement said the conference was expected to contribute to ongoing discussions on reforms and measures required to make procurement and supply chains more responsive to national development needs.
GNA
Edited by Linda Asante Agyei