Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has introduced plans to create as much as 800,000 new jobs throughout more than a few sectors of the market system in 2026.

This initiative is a part of the federal government’s 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, geared toward riding financial digital tools and progress.

Appearing ahead of Parliament to provide the 2026 Budget, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson stated the federal government’s center of attention on process introduction is a good step in opposition to addressing unemployment and stimulating financial process.

“Mr Speaker, the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy of the government are specifically designed to create up to 800,000 new jobs. The GH¢63 billion road contracts awarded so far under the Big Push will generate an estimated 490,000 jobs,” he stated.

The announcement is anticipated to carry hope to many Ghanaians, particularly the formative years, who’re desperate to give a contribution to the rustic’s innovation tools.

“This estimation is consistent with World Bank metrics on job creation from road investment. The three new garment factories will create over 20,000 direct jobs. The seven agro-processing plants will employ about 700 people directly and thousands more through supply chains. The National Policy on Integrated Oil Palm Development will create 250,000 jobs across the value chain,” Dr Forson said.

For some method watchers, the commercial space of this initiative depends on efficient implementation and collaboration with more than a few stakeholders.

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