Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato-Forson, has presented the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, outlining plans to enhance revenue mobilisation through reforms to the Value Added Tax (VAT) structure and strengthened compliance. The reforms aim to simplify the tax regime, making it more equitable for businesses, and broaden the […]
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Ghana Abolishes COVID-19 Levy, Citing Strong ECG Revenue and Sharp Inflation Drop
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato-Forson announced the abolition of the COVID-19 Levy during the presentation of the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament. The move comes amid significant improvements in both the public finances and the overall economy. Dr. Forson highlighted the dramatically improved performance of the Electricity […]
Finance Minister Tables 2026 ‘Reset’ Budget, Vowing Fiscal Discipline and Job Creation
Ghana’s Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson presented the 2026 Budget to Parliament today, themed “Resetting for Growth, Jobs, and Economic Transformation,” marking the second budget under President John Dramani Mahama’s “Reset Agenda.” Delivering his address to Parliament on Thursday, November 13, 2025, Dr. Forson stated that the administration took […]
Belgian Delegation Explores Major Investment Opportunities in Ghana’s Industrial and 24-Hour Economy
A delegation from Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT), the official trade and investment promotion agency for the Government of Flanders, Kingdom of Belgium, paid a courtesy call on Ghana’s Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry on Thursday, November 13, 2025, to explore new trade and investment opportunities. The FIT delegation, […]
Ghana Welcomes New Airline as United Nigeria Airlines Commences Operations
The Ghana Airport Authority is pleased to announce the commencement of operations by United Nigeria Airlines, adding to the country’s growing list of international carriers. This development marks a significant milestone in Ghana’s aviation industry, demonstrating the country’s commitment to expanding its air transport network. The arrival of United Nigeria […]






