Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has concluded an insightful engagement with market women, kayayei (head porters), and other traders at Makola Market.

The meeting provided an opportunity to listen to their concerns and expectations ahead of the 2025 Budget presentation on Tuesday, 11th March.

Describing the interaction as a privilege, Dr Forson acknowledged the vital role these hardworking Ghanaians play in sustaining the economy.

Friends,

We Just concluded an insightful engagement with market women, kayayei, and others at Makola Market.

It was a privilege to interact with these hardworking Ghanaians who break their backs daily to support our economy.

Their expectations ahead of #Budget2025 on… pic.twitter.com/zSc005rgky

— Cassiel Ato Forson(PhD) (@Cassielforson) March 8, 2025

“It was a privilege to interact with these hardworking Ghanaians who break their backs daily to support our economy,” he stated, highlighting their contributions to the country’s commercial sector.

The discussions centred on economic challenges affecting small-scale traders, including inflation, taxation, and access to credit.

Dr Forson assured the traders that their concerns would be considered in shaping policies for the upcoming budget, noting that their input is crucial in determining the country’s economic direction.

“Their expectations ahead of Budget 2025 will help shape our shared future,” he affirmed.