2026 Budget: What Ghanaians are saying ahead of the presentation in Parliament

As the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, prepares to present the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy in Parliament on Thursday, November 13, 2025, some Ghanaians have shared their expectations with GhanaWeb Business.

The budget statement, to be presented in accordance with Article 179 of the 1992 Constitution, will outline the government’s plans for the 2026 fiscal year.

According to some interviewees, the government, since assuming office, has made efforts towards stabilising the economy.

Speaking to GhanaWeb Business, one respondent noted that the government’s efforts to stabilise the economy is yielding positive results.

He, however, urged the government to create more avenues aimed at job creation for the youth.

Finance Minister engages market women in Takoradi ahead of 2026 Budget

A driver who also spoke to GhanaWeb Business expressed hope that the finance minister would address issues concerning Ghana’s import duties and port levies to provide relief for drivers in the country.

Meanwhile, ahead of the presentation, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson engaged traders and market women at the Takoradi Market Circle as part of his stakeholder consultations.

The engagement forms part of the government’s broader efforts to ensure that the 2026 Budget reflects the realities, hopes, and expectations of ordinary Ghanaians.

Watch the full vide on what some Ghanaians sharing their expectations ahead of the 2026 budget presentation below:

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