The Minority in Parliament has criticised the government’s 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, arguing that it offers few new solutions to Ghana’s economic challenges.
Speaking after the presentation of the review, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin said the opposition would not commend the government for what he described as “an uninspiring, same old story.”
He argued that the budget update repeated earlier policies without introducing bold measures to improve the economy.
According to Afenyo-Markin, the Mid-Year Budget Review did not provide convincing answers to issues affecting households and businesses.
He said Ghanaians expected stronger policies to reduce the cost of living, support businesses and create more jobs. The Minority Leader maintained that the review fell short of those expectations.
The comments followed the presentation of the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.
The government said the review reflects progress under its economic recovery programme. Officials also pointed to improvements in fiscal management, debt restructuring and macroeconomic stability.
The government maintains that these measures are laying the foundation for sustained growth.
The Mid-Year Budget Review allows the government to report on economic performance during the first half of the fiscal year.
It also gives Parliament the opportunity to examine revenue, expenditure and policy implementation. Members from both sides of the House typically debate the review before Parliament concludes its consideration.
The Minority believes the government’s policies have not delivered sufficient relief for many Ghanaians.
Government representatives, however, argue that recent reforms are beginning to stabilise the economy after a difficult period.
The debate reflects broader differences between the governing party and the opposition over the country’s economic direction.
Parliament is expected to continue discussions on the Mid-Year Budget Review in the coming days.
The debate will allow lawmakers to assess the government’s economic performance and propose recommendations before the review process concludes.
