The Ministry of Finance has called on Ghanaians from all walks of life to contribute proposals for the 2026–2029 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, ahead of the August 29, 2025 deadline for submissions.
The invitation extends to business associations, professional bodies, financial institutions, civil society organisations, faith-based groups, and the general public, with the Ministry emphasising that past public inputs have helped shape national policy priorities.
Ahead of the November 15 budget presentation to Parliament, stakeholders are preparing to table a range of proposals aimed at easing the cost of doing business and boosting economic growth.
The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has signalled plans to push for a further reduction in commercial lending rates and port charges. “We’ve seen the policy rate and inflation drop, but lending rates remain high. We propose a cap on the margin between the policy rate and lending rates, ideally not more than 5% or 6%,” said GUTA’s PRO, Joseph Paddy.
The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) also intends to lobby for concrete incentives under the government’s 24-hour economy programme. Greater Accra Regional Chairman, Tsonam Akpeloo, stressed the need for “specific tax rebates, holidays, and access to affordable financing” to make the initiative viable.
The Finance Ministry says it is keen on receiving diverse perspectives to ensure the budget reflects the priorities of both businesses and the general population.
