2026 Mid-Year Budget Review: Traders hope for lower prices and relief from high cost of living
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson will present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review on Thursday, July 23. Some Ghanaians in Accra's Central Business District expressed mixed expectations, with some experiencing signs of economic improvement while others stated gains have not translated into lower prices and improved livelihoods. One trader hoped for a reduction in market prices, saying, "I'm hoping that the prices of goods in the market will reduce after the budget is read. Things should become a bit more affordable for us because prices are still increasing."
Traders speaking to JoyNews' Michelle Lartey called for government measures to ease the cost of doing business and reduce goods prices. Some acknowledged recent economic indicators suggest stabilization and urged sustained reforms. Others reported no meaningful change in day-to-day activities due to the high cost of living. Traders also requested simplified economic policies and budget figures for better public understanding. Another shopper suggested the government ensure market price reductions, while another wanted to buy "many o..." with GH¢1,000.
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Ahead of Ghana's 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, traders in Accra's Central Business District share their expectations for economic relief. Their hopes
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