5 d. ago Government prioritises healthcare in 2026 budget – Health Minister

The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has described the 2026 budget as “the most people-focused and health-centred budget” in recent years, highlighting a strong commitment to healthcare investment. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series, Mr Akandoh announced a GH¢34 billion allocation to the health sector, including GH¢11 billion for the National Health Insurance Scheme […]

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7 d. ago Agenda 111 Completion May Take 193 Years at Current Funding Levels

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agenda-111-completion-may-take-193-years-at-current-funding-levels/The Member of Parliament (MP) for Atwima Nwabiagya North has warned that Ghana’s Agenda 111 hospital project faces a dramatic timeline extension under the 2026 budget allocation proposed by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government. Frank Yeboah raised concerns that current funding levels could stretch the project’s completion to the year 2219. Speaking during parliamentary […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agenda-111-completion-may-take-193-years-at-current-funding-levels/

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1 week ago Majority Leader defends energy sector achievements in 2026 budget debate

The Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, has mounted a spirited defence of the government’s performance in the energy sector, insisting that the 2026 Budget provides clear evidence of strong leadership and improved management.

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1 week ago Youth Network Demands Greater Participation in Mission 300 Energy Programme

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/youth-network-demands-greater-participation-in-mission-300-energy-programme/The Strategic Youth Network for Development (SYND) has called on government to prioritise youth participation and significantly expand financing for green entrepreneurship as Ghana implements its Mission 300 Energy Compact. At a news conference in Accra, Chibeze Ezekiel, Executive Coordinator of SYND, commended government for recognising the National Energy Compact in the 2026 Budget and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/youth-network-demands-greater-participation-in-mission-300-energy-programme/

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1 week ago SEND Ghana Welcomes Social Investment but Warns Implementation Gaps May Undermine Impact

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/send-ghana-welcomes-social-investment-but-warns-implementation-gaps-may-undermine-impact/Policy advocacy group SEND Ghana has commended the government for record social sector allocations in the 2026 budget but cautioned that without strengthening implementation systems, the increased spending may fail to reach the most vulnerable citizens. In a statement released following the budget presentation on November 13, 2025, SEND Ghana urged government to improve budget […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/send-ghana-welcomes-social-investment-but-warns-implementation-gaps-may-undermine-impact/

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2 w. ago 2026 budget was heavy on slogans but empty on substance – Davis Ansah Opoku

The Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, Davis Ansah Opoku, has criticised the government’s 2026 Budget Statement, describing it as “heavy on slogans but empty on substance.”

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2 w. ago 2026 budget was so uninspiring; it’s empty – Alhassan Tampuli

Former Deputy Transport Minister and Member of Parliament for Gushegu, Alhassan Tampuli, has described the government’s 2026 Budget Statement as “uninspiring” and “empty.”

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2 w. ago Opposition Questions Constitutional Process in Ghana Budget Allocation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/opposition-questions-constitutional-process-in-ghana-budget-allocation/The opposition has accused government of breaching constitutional procedures by prescribing how local assemblies should spend their statutory funds before Parliament approves the distribution formula required by law. Francis Asenso-Boakye, Ranking Member on the Local Government and Decentralisation Committee of Parliament, claims the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy illegally dictates District Assemblies Common Fund […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/opposition-questions-constitutional-process-in-ghana-budget-allocation/

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2 w. ago Claims that 2026 budget is uninspiring bizarre – Kwakye Ofosu

Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has dismissed criticism of the 2026 Budget Statement, describing claims that it is “uninspiring” as “bizarre and completely unfounded.”

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2 w. ago High Lending Rates Undermine Ghana Business Climate Despite Economic Gains

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/high-lending-rates-undermine-ghana-business-climate-despite-economic-gains/Ghana’s banking sector maintains lending rates around 24 percent despite significant improvements in inflation and overall macroeconomic stability, creating persistent challenges for businesses across the country. The professional services firm Deloitte raised this concern in its comprehensive analysis of the government’s 2026 budget statement. The elevated borrowing costs stand in stark contrast to rates offered […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/high-lending-rates-undermine-ghana-business-climate-despite-economic-gains/

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2 w. ago ISSER sounds alarm on 2026 Budget: Low growth projection, construction slump threatens recovery

Ghana's projected economic path for 2026, as outlined in the government's Budget Statement and Economic Policy, has been met with caution by the Institute for Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER).

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2 w. ago Agricultural Expert Praises Budget Oil Palm Development Policy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agricultural-expert-praises-budget-oil-palm-development-policy/Dr Ackah calls for similar commitment to cassava and home gardening initiatives A Senior Lecturer at the University of Cape Coast’s Department of Crop Science has commended the government’s 2026 budget for its ambitious and well funded National Policy on Integrated Oil Palm Development running from 2026 to 2032. Speaking to The High Street Journal, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agricultural-expert-praises-budget-oil-palm-development-policy/

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2 w. ago Walewale MP Questions Sustainability Of Budget Job Projections

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/walewale-mp-questions-sustainability-of-budget-job-projections/Abdul Kabiru warns construction jobs may not provide long term economic security Dr Mahama Tiah Abdul Kabiru, Member of Parliament for Walewale, has raised concerns over the sustainability of the government’s job creation projections in the 2026 Budget, warning that heavy reliance on construction related employment may not deliver long term economic security for Ghanaians. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/walewale-mp-questions-sustainability-of-budget-job-projections/

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2 w. ago 2026 Budget: SEND Ghana welcomes higher social spending, warns of implementation gaps

SEND GHANA has welcomed the government’s significant increase in social sector spending in the 2026 Budget but cautions that persistent implementation challenges may limit the impact of these investments on vulnerable communities.

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2 w. ago RUPAG applauds government move to restrict raw rubber exports in 2026 Budget

The Rubber Processors Association of Ghana (RUPAG) has lauded the government for announcing a decisive policy in the 2026 Budget to restrict the export of raw rubber (cuplumps), describing it as a “critical and timely intervention” to protect Ghana’s domestic rubber industry. The budget, in paragraph 1028, confirmed that the restriction forms part of the […]

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2 w. ago RUPAG Welcomes 2026 Budget Policy Restricting Raw Rubber Exports

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/rupag-welcomes-2026-budget-policy-restricting-raw-rubber-exports/The Rubber Processors Association of Ghana (RUPAG) has applauded the Government of Ghana for announcing a landmark policy in the 2026 Budget that restricts the export of raw rubber under the Feed the Industry Programme. The Association described the move, contained in paragraph 1028 of the budget statement, as a bold and strategic intervention that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/rupag-welcomes-2026-budget-policy-restricting-raw-rubber-exports/

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2 w. ago Ghana’s 2026 Budget Opens Billions in Business Opportunities

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-2026-budget-opens-billions-in-business-opportunities/For many, the government’s 2026 Budget is just a fleeting document with huge numbers of government revenue and expenditure. However, for businesses, it is a roadmap of numerous opportunities. In simple terms, the 2026 budget is a pointer for businesses to identify opportunities in the ensuing year. But it must be noted that these opportunities […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-2026-budget-opens-billions-in-business-opportunities/

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3 w. ago 2026 Budget: Economist urges efficient implementation of bold infrastructure plans

Economist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Priscilla Twumasi Baffour, has welcomed the government’s renewed emphasis on infrastructure development in the 2026 Budget but cautioned that the real test lies in effective implementation and prudent use of public funds.

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3 w. ago Minority pledges constructive engagement, vows to hold government accountable on 2026 Budget

The Minority in Parliament says it is ready for constructive engagement on the 2026 Budget but will only support policies that genuinely serve the national interest.

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3 w. ago Gov’t commits over GH¢86bn to roads and education in 2026 Budget

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced sweeping investments in road infrastructure and education as part of the government’s 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, pledging to accelerate national development and improve access to quality education.

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