Owusu
Isaac Osei

Comprehensive policy research paper analysing Ghana's exchange rate volatility — 24.3% Cedi depreciation (Sept 2024), $31.02bn external debt, commodity export dependency over 80%. Proposed multi-pillar framework covering FX market management, fiscal consolidation, export diversification, and communication transparency.

Macroeconomic analysis, policy research, evidence-based writing. Acknowledged by the NDPC under the Office of the President of Ghana.

Landmark long-term strategic policy framework for sustainable economic transformation across Africa and the Global South. Anchored on the Global Debt Initiative (GDI) and AfCFTA Facilitation across a four-phase roadmap (2025–2031). Formally accepted by the NDPC under the Office of the President of Ghana.

Strategic programme development, long-term policy planning, stakeholder coordination, national-level policy impact.

Peer-reviewed research analysing the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from ECOWAS in January 2024. Examined political drivers, security impacts (disruption of intelligence sharing, rise of the Alliance of Sahel States), and economic consequences including trade disruption and increased transaction costs.

Academic research, regional integration analysis, policy advocacy.

Mixed-methods study on extending Ghana's economic activity beyond daytime hours. Projected real GDP to grow 31.71% higher by Year 10 and creation of 3+ million jobs in five years. Comparative evidence from Singapore, London, Tokyo, New York, and Dubai.

Economic policy analysis, mixed-methods research, sectoral impact assessment.

Research on digitalization driving economic growth across Africa. Internet users: 11 million (2005) to 450+ million (2020). Case studies: Kenya's M-Pesa (30+ million users), Rwanda's Digital Transformation Strategy. World Bank: 10% mobile penetration increase → 0.8% GDP growth.

Independent economic research, continental-level analysis, digital economy.

Policy analysis of the economic, social, and security implications of Ghana's visa-free policy for African citizens, aligned with AfCFTA goals. Assessed benefits in tourism and trade alongside implementation challenges in infrastructure, labour markets, and border security.

Trade policy analysis, AfCFTA alignment, practical policy advisory writing.

Comprehensive business proposal covering investment rationale, market analysis (domestic demand & AfCFTA export potential), operational plan, financial projections with break-even analysis, and a structured funding plan tailored for Ghana EXIM Bank criteria. Currently under active review.

Business development, investment proposal writing, financial modelling, agricultural economics.

Developed and managed the full budget for the 9th GITFiC Conference chaired by Rt Hon Alban Bagbin, Speaker of Parliament. Responsibilities: itemised costing, variance analysis, financial tracking, and procurement coordination.

Financial planning, budget management, conference financial administration.

Prepared GITFiC's institutional financial statements — income & expenditure, financial position reporting, and budget-versus-actuals reconciliation — supporting engagements with NDPC, AfDB, EBID, and Ghana EXIM Bank.

Financial analysis, institutional accounting, financial reporting.

Full-length published book on the evolving landscape of global and African trade. Examines how AfCFTA is reshaping market access, tariff regimes, and supply chains. Available on Amazon in Kindle and paperback formats.

Research, long-form analytical writing, trade economics, AfCFTA expertise, independent publishing.

Economic intelligence presentations covering West Africa, East Africa, Central Africa, Southern Africa, G7, and global indicators. West Africa GDP: USD 554.6bn, avg growth 4.28%. G7 Outlook projected per capita GDP of USD 65,777 for 2025.

Quantitative economic analysis, regional economic intelligence, strategic financial reporting.

Founder of Najoy Consulting Firm — economic research and financial advisory practice for African startups, students, and institutions. Key publication: The African Alpha: Navigating Investment Frontiers in 2026 — covering Sub-Saharan Africa's 4.4% growth projection and sector theses in Fintech 2.0, Green Energy, and Agribusiness.

Entrepreneurship, business development, financial advisory, investment analysis.