Accra: Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that the government is reallocating GHS400 million to acquire high-occupancy buses to improve public transportation and ease commuting challenges across the country. Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review in Parliament on Thursday, July 23, 2026, Dr Forson said the investment forms part of the government's commitment to improving urban mobility by providing safe, reliable, and affordable public transport services.
According to Ghana Web, the funds will be used to strengthen the fleets of state-owned transport operators, including Metro Mass Transit and the State Transport Company (STC). Dr Forson emphasized the government's commitment to improving urban mobility and providing public transportation solutions for Ghanaians.
The Finance Minister explained that the intervention is expected to increase public transport capacity, particularly on busy urban and intercity routes, while reducing long queues experienced by commuters during peak periods. He added that the initiative will also provide Ghanaians with a more reliable and efficient alternative to private vehicle use.
Dr Cassiel Ato Forson presented the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The review, which is required under Ghana's public financial management laws, provides an update on the country's economic performance during the first half of the year, including government revenue and expenditure, debt servicing, and the fiscal outlook for the remainder of 2026.