Ghana Finance Minister Presents 2026 Budget Statement in Parliament
Ghana’s Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, today presented the 2026 Budget and Economic Policy Statement in Parliament. The presentation marks a key policy moment as the government outlines its economic direction, spending priorities, and development agenda for the year ahead.
The 2026 budget follows months of broad consultations with industry stakeholders, civil society groups, and development partners. It is expected to focus on consolidating recent economic gains, expanding infrastructure development, and promoting inclusive growth across all sectors.
Ghana’s economy has shown steady signs of recovery in recent months. Public debt has declined from 93.3 percent of GDP in 2022 to 44.9 percent by mid-2025, while inflation has dropped sharply from 54.1 percent to 8 percent as of October 2025. GDP growth also increased to 6.3 percent in the second quarter of 2025, indicating renewed investor confidence and policy stability.
Analysts expect the 2026 budget to prioritize infrastructure expansion, particularly in roads, education, and healthcare, while maintaining fiscal discipline. The government is also likely to continue implementing structural reforms aimed at strengthening domestic revenue mobilization, job creation, and private sector development.
This budget is the first full-year financial plan under President John Dramani Mahama’s new administration, making it a critical step in shaping his government’s long-term economic vision. Citizens, investors, and development partners are all keenly watching for measures that will sustain the recovery and accelerate Ghana’s path to sustainable growth.
The Finance Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and prudent spending, noting that the 2026 Budget is designed to deliver inclusive growth and improve living standards across the country.
