The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has described the 2026 Budget as a beacon of renewed hope and a testament to Ghana’s economic rebound.
Presenting the budget in Parliament on November 13, 2025, he said the nation has finally turned the tide after years of economic challenges and is now charting a course toward prosperity and self-reliance.
According to Dr. Forson, the period of economic decline has come to an end, and government is working steadfastly to rebuild a resilient economy that benefits all citizens.
He attributed the progress to President John Dramani Mahama’s leadership, which he said has laid a solid foundation and positioned Ghana to reclaim its status as a symbol of African renewal.
“Mr. Speaker, this Budget is more than numbers; it is a message of hope. It tells every Ghanaian child, farmer, teacher, trader, and entrepreneur that their sacrifices matter, that Ghana’s recovery is real, and that their government is working tirelessly to build a fair, prosperous, ande self-reliant nation,” he said.
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He added, “The storm has passed. The foundation is firm. The horizon is bright. Together, under the visionary leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, the nation builder, we are building The Ghana We Want: a Ghana that works for all, thrives in peace, and stands tall once again as the beacon of Africa’s renewal.”
The 2026 Budget, themed “Reset for Growth, Jobs, and Economic Transformation,” outlines key reforms aimed at stabilising the economy, creating jobs, and deepening inclusive development.
It marks the John Mahama administration’s first full-year fiscal plan since returning to office and reflects a strategic shift toward long-term economic resilience.
