{
  "id": 17064435,
  "title": "Ato Forson to present 2027 Budget on Nov. 12 as jobs take centre stage",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/29/ato-forson-to-present-2027-budget-on-nov-12-as-jobs-take-centre-stage",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-29T13:13:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Joy Business",
    "slug": "joy-business",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/ato-forson-to-present-2027-budget-on-nov-12-as-jobs-take-centre-stage/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, is scheduled to deliver the 2027 Budget to Parliament on November 12, according to Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem. The budget announcement comes as part of the government's New Economy agenda, which aims to prioritize job creation, economic transformation, and growth-focused spending.\n\nThe Ghana Statistical Service's recent report, titled \"Ghana in Numbers,\" was released just in time for the budget presentation. Ampem emphasized the importance of making the report accessible to all Members of Parliament to facilitate informed debates in the House. The report is expected to bolster transparency in economic data and aid in planning and policy decisions.\n\nThe New Economy Programme, a key component of the 2027 Budget, will focus on growth-oriented spending while maintaining fiscal discipline. The program aims to expand economic opportunities and support employment, with priority areas including macroeconomic stability, commercial agriculture, agro-industry, energy sector reforms, critical minerals, cotton, textiles and garments, and tourism, culture, and the creative arts.\n\nWhile the government expects to continue with its fiscal and debt framework, the budget could include substantial allocations to complete ongoing infrastructure projects and lower the primary surplus target. The government's aim is to create additional room for priority spending while preserving fiscal and debt sustainability, thereby safeguarding macroeconomic stability and protecting vulnerable households.",
  "summary": "Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson will present the 2027 Budget to Parliament on November 12, Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem has announced.",
  "key_points": [
    "Ghana's Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson to present 2027 Budget on Nov. 12",
    "Budget presentation aligns with New Economy agenda prioritizing jobs and economic growth",
    "Focus areas include macroeconomic stability, agriculture, energy reforms, and tourism"
  ],
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        "published": "2026-10-29T14:34:20.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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