Finance Minister engages Makola Market traders ahead of 2025 budget presentation

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson will present the 2025 budget to Parliament on Tuesday, March 11.

Ahead of this key announcement, he visited traders at Makola Market to gather firsthand insights into their economic concerns.

In a social media post on March 8, he shared highlights from discussions with market women, head porters (kayayei), and other traders, emphasizing their struggles and expectations for government support.

Dr. Forson stressed that their input would help shape policies aimed at improving livelihoods and driving economic growth. His engagement underscores the government's commitment to inclusive policymaking, ensuring grassroots voices are considered in national decisions.

The budget is expected to address inflation, job creation, and small business support.