2026 Budget: Ghana’s economy has revitalized, confidence is reviving – Ato Forson

 

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has highlighted the government’s progress in stabilising and rebuilding the Ghanaian economy during the presentation of the 2026 Budget Statement to Parliament on Thursday, November 13.

Dr. Forson stated that the administration has successfully restored fiscal discipline, brought inflation under control, stabilised the cedi, and rekindled investors’ confidence.

He characterised the government’s approach as a “reset” and a rebuilding process, rather than merely a recovery, following the challenges inherited from the previous administration.

“We have restored fiscal discipline, brought inflation under control, stabilised the cedi, and rekindled investors’ confidence. This is not merely a recovery, it’s a reset. This is a rebuilding from the ashes of a daunting inheritance, a heavy burden laid on us by the previous administration,” Dr. Forson stated.

The Finance Minister reaffirmed the government’s dedication to prudent public fund management and preserving the progress made thus far. He further asserted that confidence in Ghana’s economy is being restored, characterizing the nation as “strong and full of hope.”

“Confidence is being restored, the Black Star is rising once more. Ghana is back, strong, and full of hope—and yes, our Black Stars are heading to the World Cup.

The tide has finally turned, and Ghana’s economy has now recovered, marked by renewed investor confidence. Ghana’s economy has regained its rhythm,” he told Parliament.

Dr. Forson noted that the 2026 Budget seeks to build on the economic foundation laid by the government over the past two years, underscoring progress in stabilisation, inflation control, and investor confidence.

“This budget is about building on the foundation we have laid,” he added.