Mid-Year Budget Review Reflects Daily Realities of Ghanaians

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has commended the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review, stating that it accurately reflects the daily lives and experiences of Ghanaians.

Speaking in Parliament after the presentation by the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Hon. Naa Momo noted that the detailed and people-centric nature of the budget demonstrates the government’s commitment to addressing real issues.

“The way the Finance Minister presented the budget, you could see it was comprehensive and touched on almost every sector. It wasn’t just a document—it reflected what people are experiencing in their everyday lives. It highlighted both our challenges and our progress,” she said.

She further emphasized that the budget was more than an assessment—it offered clear pathways for resolving ongoing issues and called for a shared national commitment.

“For me, it wasn’t just about stating what the risks are. It was also about outlining the way forward. The call for sacrifice is something we all must heed, because we’ve all contributed to where we are today,” she added.

Hon. Naa Momo also praised Dr. Forson’s acknowledgment of the efforts and patience of Ghanaians, stressing that the budget showcased collective progress under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama.

The Gender Minister also condemned the Minority for staging a walk out when the Minister for Finance was billed to present the Budget Review, saying,” it was a completely unpatriotic decision on the part of the Minority.”

Gov’t to Rehabilitate 5,000km of Roads across 166 Constituencies

As part of the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced an ambitious plan to rehabilitate 5,000 kilometres of roads across 166 constituencies identified as having critical infrastructure needs.

Presenting the review in Parliament on Thursday, July 24, Dr. Forson revealed that the government would rehabilitate 10 kilometres of roads annually in each of the selected constituencies over the next three years.

“The government has identified 166 constituencies in dire need of road infrastructure. In response, we have programmed to rehabilitate 10km of roads annually in each of these constituencies,” Dr. Forson stated.

The initiative aims to improve connectivity, enhance economic activities, and boost access to social services across the country. According to the Finance Minister, this initiative is a key step toward achieving equitable infrastructure development nationwide.

Below is a list of some major road projects announced in the review:

No. Project Description

1 Construction of a new bridge on the Oti River at Dambai

2 Rehabilitation of Wa–Han Road

3 Upgrading of Tumu–Hamile Road

4 Upgrading of Tumu–Han–Lawra Road

5 Reconstruction of Navrongo–Tumu Road

6 Rehabilitation of Techiman–Nkonsia–Wenchi Road

7 Rehabilitation of Wenchi–Sawla Road

8 Construction of Sungani Outer Ring Road

9 Construction of Kumasi Outer Ring Road (Eastern Quadrant)

10 Rehabilitation of Gibitri–Nakpanduri Road

11 Rehabilitation of Dodo Pepesu–Nkwanta Road

12 Rehabilitation of Atimpoku–Asikuma Junction Road

13 Rehabilitation of Asikuma Junction–Anyirawasi Road

14 Reconstruction of Anyirawasi–Ho Titrinu Road

15 Upgrading of Akosombo–Gyakiti–Kudikope Road

16 Upgrading of Asikuma–Anum Boso–Kpalime Road

17 Upgrading of Adomi Bridge–Akwamufie Road

18 Rehabilitation of Ho–Kpetoe Road

19 Rehabilitation of Kpetoe–Afiadenyigba Road

20 Rehabilitation of Afiadenyigba–Penyi Road

21 Rehabilitation of Penyi–Aflao Road

22 Dualisation of Winneba–Mankessim Road

23 Dualisation of Cape Coast–Takoradi Road

24 Rehabilitation of Mankessim–Ajumako–Breman Asikuma–Agona Swedru Road

25 Rehabilitation of Tema–Aflao Road (Section 1)

26 Reconstruction of Dodowa–Afienya–Dawhenya Road

27 Upgrading of Ojubji–Appolonia–Afienya Road

28 Construction of Enchi–Elubo Road

29 Construction of Dadieso–Akomtomra Road

30 Upgrading of Adwofua–Oseiokjokrom Road

31 Upgrading of Enchi–Kudjouru–Pekyi Road

32 Upgrading of Bediako Junction–Camp 15–Sefwi Adabokrom Road

This extensive road rehabilitation plan is expected to significantly improve transportation networks and stimulate local economies in the targeted areas.