Prioritise Implementation of 2026 Budget Targets — PwC to Gov’t

By Praisebell Rosemond Larbi

Professional services firm PwC Ghana has called on the government to focus on implementing the targets outlined in the 2026 national budget, emphasising that the success of policy measures ultimately depends on effective execution.

Speaking at the 2026 PwC Post-Budget Forum held in Accra, Country Senior Partner Vish Ashiagbor stressed that while the budget has been largely welcomed by Ghanaians, the key challenge remains translating plans into tangible outcomes.

“As you may have heard, the slight question mark is around implementation. As a country, we are good at documenting plans, but delivery has often been a challenge. However, there is renewed optimism that this time we will put real energy into implementation to ensure we all derive the benefits,” he said.

The forum, attended by business leaders, economists, and policymakers, served as a platform for dissecting the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, presented to Parliament on Thursday, November 11, by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. The budget, themed “Resetting for Growth, Jobs and Economic Transformation,” outlines the government’s renewed commitment to fiscal discipline, economic growth, and job creation, while focusing on long-term structural transformation.

Ashiagbor noted that the budget’s stated priorities, which include economic stability, consolidation of gains, social intervention, and security, have been generally well-received. “People are generally pleased with what they are hearing from the budget. For example, the priorities the Minister laid out stability, consolidating economic gains, growth, security, and social intervention, are appreciated as steps in the right direction,” he added.

According to PwC, the emphasis on implementation is critical, particularly in areas such as infrastructure development, industrialisation, and digital transformation, which require coordinated action across multiple sectors. Without focused follow-through, the firm warned, the ambitious targets set in the budget risk falling short of their intended impact.

“Budgets are more than just numbers on paper. They represent strategic plans for the nation’s development. It is essential that the policies and allocations outlined are matched with clear timelines, accountability mechanisms, and regular monitoring to ensure success,” Ashiagbor said.

The forum also highlighted the need for collaboration between the public and private sectors to ensure the budget’s objectives, particularly around job creation and economic transformation, are fully realised. PwC urged the government to maintain transparency in budget execution and to engage stakeholders at all levels to track progress and address implementation challenges in real-time.

Dr. Forson’s 2026 Budget Statement has drawn praise for its focus on stabilising the economy, addressing fiscal deficits, and creating employment opportunities. PwC’s intervention underscores the view that while formulation of the budget is an important step, the government’s ability to deliver on its promises will ultimately determine the tangible benefits for Ghanaians and the business community.