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The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama, has stated that the 2026 Budget marks a new phase in Ghana’s economic transformation, with a strong emphasis on fiscal discipline, growth, and job creation.
Speaking at the opening of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, Dr. Asiama noted that the budget outlines a clear roadmap for building a more resilient and inclusive economy.
According to him, the government’s focus on maintaining discipline in public spending is essential for sustaining the economic stability the country has worked hard to restore.
“The 2026 Budget reinforces fiscal discipline while placing growth and job creation at the centre of Ghana’s next phase of economic transformation,” he said.
He also highlighted the importance of collaboration between the central bank and the government to ensure the policies translate into real economic outcomes.
The MPC is expected to assess the broader macroeconomic environment in the coming days and announce policy measures consistent with the country’s economic outlook.
The Bank of Ghana in September 2026 cut its benchmark monetary policy rate by 350 bps to 21.5%, citing sustained disinflation, robust growth, and stronger external buffers.
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