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Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson is set to present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament on Thursday, July 23, 2026.
The announcement was made by Deputy Majority Leader Kweku Ricketts-Hagan on the floor of Parliament on Tuesday, July 14, during the presentation of the Business Statement outlining activities for the upcoming parliamentary week.
According to Mr. Ricketts-Hagan, the Finance Minister is expected to appear before the House on the scheduled date, although the exact format of the presentation will be determined by the Minister.
He stated, “On the issue of the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, the date is Thursday, July 23; that is when the Finance Minister will come here to present the Mid-Year Review. As to whether a statement or what have you, that is in the hands of the Finance Minister and I cannot pre-empt that.”
The Mid-Year Budget Review is expected to highlight progress made in implementing the 2026 Budget, assess Ghana’s economic performance during the first half of the year, and outline possible fiscal adjustments for the remaining months.
The presentation is expected to follow Cabinet discussions and a briefing of President John Dramani Mahama on key policy recommendations contained in the review.
The review is also expected to focus on measures aimed at sustaining economic recovery, strengthening public finances, and promoting private sector growth. It may also signal a shift from economic stabilization efforts toward a growth-focused agenda centered on job creation, productivity, and economic resilience.
A major area of interest will be Ghana’s engagement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), including updates on the completion of the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme and preparations toward a transition to the IMF’s Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI).
Story by Efua Nessa