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In November last year, the Finance Minister presented the 2019 Budget and Financial Policy Statement that highlighted key projects and interventions intended to improve infrastructural development and better the lives of Ghanaians.
Ken Ofori-Atta also announced plans to pay more attention to production of goods and services instead of increasing taxation to rake in revenue, and ensure reduction in electricity tariffs.
Below are some of the key highlights:
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