Ato Forson Meets with Makola Market Women to Discuss Economic Concerns Ahead of Budget Presentation

Accra, Ghana - 09 March, 2025 - Ghana's Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has engaged with market women and traders at Makola Market, gathering valuable insights into the challenges they face and their hopes for the upcoming 2025 Budget.

This meeting was part of the minister's efforts to ensure that the budget addresses the needs of small business owners and informal workers.

The discussions focused on pressing economic issues, including inflation, taxation, and access to credit, which significantly impact the traders' livelihoods.

Dr. Forson acknowledged the crucial role these traders play in sustaining Ghana's economy and assured them that their concerns would be taken into account when shaping policies for the upcoming budget.

“It was a privilege to interact with these hardworking Ghanaians who break their backs daily to support our economy.

“Friends, We Just concluded an insightful engagement with market women, kayayei, and others at Makola Market. It was a privilege to interact with these hardworking Ghanaians who break their backs daily to support our economy. Their expectations ahead of #Budget2025.”

“Their expectations ahead of Budget 2025 will help shape our shared future.”

He was accompanied by his deputy, Hon. Thomas Nyarko Ampem.

This engagement comes ahead of the presentation of the 2025 Budget to Parliament on March 11, which is expected to outline the government's plans for economic stabilization and sustainable growth.

Source: Lead News Online