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 bond market surges 177% as investors eye IMF relief and budget support
Secondary bond market turnover jumped to GH¢5.01bn last week, driven by mid-term maturities and expectations of IMF disbursement.
Mahama Government's Spending Restraint Sparks Debate Over Fiscal Strategy
Ketu South MP defends administration's budget discipline as strategic investment in growth sectors, not austerity.
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.
IMF Programme, Not Government Policy Alone, Driving Ghana's Economic Recovery—MP Argues
Tano North MP Dr Gideon Boako disputes Finance Minister's claims, citing IMF reforms and structural interventions as key to recent gains.
Maintain fiscal discipline amid pressures, Joe Jackson warns Finance Ministry
Former official urges government to resist spending temptations while pursuing waste-cutting reforms.
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.
Mid-Year Budget lacks substance to tackle Ghana's economic challenges, says ex-Finance Minister
A former Finance Minister criticises the government's revised budget for failing to deliver meaningful relief to ordinary Ghanaians.
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.
Ato Forson defends tight spending as IMF obligation, not personal caution
Finance Minister clarifies fiscal restraint stems from NPP-era IMF commitments, not his own conservatism.
Ghana's Mid-Year Budget Shows Economy Regaining Investor Confidence, Says Senior Official
Finance Ministry signals improved market access as Ghana presents mid-year budget adjustments to Parliament.
Ato Forson presents 2026 mid-year review as Ghana shows strong economic signs
Finance Minister outlines fiscal performance and economic outlook as inflation drops to 5.3% and debt sustainability improves.