2026 Budget: Ato Forson Declares Ghana’s Economy Rebounding Strongly, Investor Confidence on the Rise
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has highlighted the government’s progress in stabilising and rebuilding the Ghanaian economy.
Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement to Parliament on Thursday, November 13, Dr. Forson said the administration has restored fiscal discipline, brought inflation under control, stabilised the cedi, and rekindled investors’ confidence.
He described the government’s approach not merely as a recovery but as a “reset” and a rebuilding process following what he said were 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 just a recovery, it’s a reset. This is a rebuilding from the ashes of daunting inheritance, a heavy burden laid on us by the previous administration,” Dr. Forson stated.
The Finance Minister assured that the government remains committed to ensuring the prudent management of public funds and maintaining the gains achieved so far.
He further declared that confidence in Ghana’s economy is returning, describing the nation as “strong and full of hope.”
“Confidence is returning, 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.
