A series of major legislative proposals are expected to go before Parliament following the presentation of the 2026 Budget, signalling government’s plan to overhaul several aspects of Ghana’s fiscal framework, public spending, and revenue systems. The package includes amendments to existing tax and funding laws, as well as new bills designed to strengthen accountability and improve public sector efficiency.
Among the headline proposals is the Value Added Tax (Amendment) Bill, which forms part of government’s broader effort to realign the tax structure and ease pressure on consumers and businesses.
This move accompanies the COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy (Repeal) Bill, which officially ends the levy introduced during the pandemic period. The repeal is expected to reduce the overall tax burden and reflect the country’s transition out of emergency health financing.
Government is also introducing the Value for Money Bill, a measure aimed at tightening oversight over public projects, procurement processes, and expenditure. The bill seeks to ensure that state funds are applied efficiently and that government projects deliver real impact without waste or inflated costs. This forms a key part of the administration’s commitment to discipline and integrity in the use of public resources.
In the education sector, the GETFund (Amendment) Bill will revise aspects of the existing framework to improve funding flows and prioritise critical needs in infrastructure and learning support. The amendment aligns with a broader strategy to enhance service delivery and strengthen the financing of education.
Additionally, the National Health Insurance (Amendment) Bill is expected to refine the governance, financing, and operational structure of the NHIS. The changes are intended to improve the scheme’s sustainability and make healthcare access more reliable for households across the country.
Together, these bills highlight government’s intention to modernise the legal and policy environment governing taxation, health financing, education support, and public accountability. Their passage will form a central part of the administration’s push to consolidate stability and drive long-term economic transformation.
