Mahama commits GH₵1bn to housing crisis: government launches GH₵3bn revolving fund for affordable homes
President Mahama allocates GH₵1bn in 2027 budget towards a GH₵3bn revolving National Housing Fund to tackle Ghana's housing shortage.
From Stability to Growth: Finance Minister Meets Industry Leaders on Ghana's Economic Path Forward
AGI President praises Finance Minister's economic stabilisation efforts, signals shift toward job creation and industrial expansion.
Budget Execution Crisis: IFS Warns of GH¢35.6 Billion Spending Shortfall Threatening Ghana's Growth
Ghana's 2026 Mid-Year Budget faces serious implementation challenges, with actual spending falling 20.6% short of targets, the Institute for Fiscal Studies warns.
Ghana's infrastructure push stalls as capital spending falls 40% short, ISSER warns of development risks
Ghana risks undermining long-term development as infrastructure spending lags far behind targets amid fiscal consolidation efforts.
Energy Levy Hike Masks True Cost of Living Crisis, Economist Warns Government
Dr. George Domfe criticises government for insufficiently publicising a 700% increase in the Energy Sector Levy, warning of hidden pressure on households and businesses.
Ghana's tax revenue jumps to 13.1% of GDP—Deloitte credits better compliance over higher rates
Professional services firm Deloitte praises Ghana's domestic revenue growth in Mid-Year Budget Review, attributing gains to improved tax compliance and efficiency rather than rate increases.
Fiscal discipline not stinginess, says Ketu North MP in budget defence
Eric Agbana defends government spending as prudent, not inadequate, amid parliamentary budget review debate.
Opposition Slams Government Budget Cuts, Claims ¢31bn Slash Threatens Economic Recovery
Ghana's Minority has attacked the government over a substantial budget cut, alleging that reduced spending in key sectors is hampering growth.
Ghana's Road Crisis: Why Experts Say Completing Existing Projects Trumps New Expressway
Engineering body warns that Ghana should prioritise finishing stalled road projects over new expressway construction.
MPs Get Extra Time to Scrutinise 2026 Mid-Year Budget as Parliament Delays Debate to Tuesday
Parliament postpones 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review debate to July 28, allowing legislators to thoroughly examine Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson's fiscal policy document.
Teachers' unions slam government over missing allowance in mid-year budget review
Major teacher organisations express frustration as Finance Minister's budget review omits promised Deprived Area Allowance despite GH¢4bn education investment.
Government Missed Half-Year Revenue Target by GHC2bn, Minority Alleges Budget Shortfall
Parliamentary opposition claims Finance Ministry manipulated fiscal data to mask a GHC2 billion revenue shortfall at mid-year.