Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is the Minister of Finance
The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, presented the second Budget and Economic Policy of the John Dramani Mahama administration in Parliament on November 13, 2025.
The budget presentation was in accordance with Article 179 of the 1992 Constitution and Section 21 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921).
The Minister of Finance presented the budget on behalf of the President, John Dramani Mahama, as required by the Constitution.
LIVESTREAMED: Finance Minister Ato Forson presents 2026 Budget
This marks Dr Cassiel Ato Forson’s second time presenting the budget on the floor of Parliament since assuming office.
The budget, themed “Resetting for Growth, Jobs and Economic Transformation,” highlighted key areas, including the country’s implementation of the IMF bailout programme, as well as updates on major government policies.
Read the full budget statement below:
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