Financial Sector Faces Ongoing Challenges Despite 2024 Clean-Up
Ghana’s financial sector continues to grapple with legacy issues despite a GH¢30.3 billion clean-up exercise completed in 2024. Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, presenting the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy in Parliament on March 11, emphasized that an additional GH¢10.45 billion is needed to resolve outstanding challenges and mitigate emerging financial risks.
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Why GH¢10.45 Billion is Needed
Dr. Ato Forson highlighted that the financial sector remains vulnerable, requiring urgent intervention:
- GH¢26.9 billion was previously allocated to stabilize banks, Savings & Loans companies, financial houses, microfinance institutions, and asset management firms.
- GH¢10.45 billion is now required to address unresolved legacy issues and emerging risks.
- GH¢2.2 billion is essential to fully capitalize the National Investment Bank (NIB) and Agricultural Development Bank (ADB).
“Mr. Speaker, the sector requires GH¢10.45 billion to address remaining financial sector legacy issues and emerging risks. In addition, GH¢2.2 billion is needed to fully capitalize NIB and ADB,” he stated.
The Impact on Ghana’s Economy
The financial sector’s stability is crucial for economic growth. A lack of funding could result in:
- Reduced access to credit for businesses and individuals.
- Increased financial instability and loss of investor confidence.
- Slower economic recovery and growth.
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What’s Next?
The government must decide how to raise the necessary funds while ensuring sustainable financial policies. Stakeholders, including businesses, investors, and the public, will closely monitor the administration’s approach to handling the sector’s challenges.
Take Action: Stay Informed
- Follow updates on the 2025 Budget and financial policies.
- Engage in discussions on how these decisions impact businesses and the economy.
- Visit the Ghana Revenue Authority for tax and financial policy updates.
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