AMA proposes GH¢170.9m budget for 2027, prioritises infrastructure and education

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has put forward a budget of GH¢170.9 million for the upcoming 2027 financial year. This budget aims to prioritize infrastructure, education, healthcare, sanitation, and street lighting, while also focusing on enhancing revenue generation. At the Second Ordinary Meeting of the Third Session of the Ninth Assembly, held on October 28-29, 2026, the proposed budget was discussed by Assembly Members and department heads.

AMA Director of Budget, Mr Noble Atsu, presented the estimates, revealing that the Assembly expects to generate GH¢75.764 million from Internally Generated Funds (IGF), accounting for roughly 44.3% of the total budget. Additionally, the Assembly anticipates receiving GH¢52.9 million from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF), with the remaining funds sourced from statutory allocations, development partners, and donor-supported programs.

Mr Atsu emphasized that these estimates reflect the Assembly's commitment to expanding its revenue base while allocating resources towards critical development projects. The proposed initiatives were determined through consultations involving departments, subcommittees, and sub-metropolitan structures to ensure the budget aligns with the needs of various communities within the metropolis.

Once approved, the AMA plans to utilize these allocations to bolster essential services and infrastructure to achieve its development goals for the 2027 financial year.