Government has announced a GH¢10.6 billion allocation to the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs in the 2027 Budget to support local administration and improve community services.
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson announced the allocation when he presented the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament.
Among the key projects outlined is the allocation of GH¢10.8 billion to the District Assemblies Common Fund to support development initiatives across districts and communities.
The government has also earmarked GH¢685 million for the construction of the new Greater Accra Regional Market at Abossey Okai, popularly referred to as the new Abogbloshie.
A further GH¢685 million has been allocated towards completing the Kejetia Market Phase Two project, while GH¢200 million has been set aside for the completion of the Takoradi Market project.
In the housing sector, GH¢500 million will support the construction of rural housing.
The waste management sector is also expected to receive significant investment, with GH¢400 million allocated to Integrated Recycling and Compost Plants to turn refuse into reusable materials.
Additionally, GH¢200 million has been earmarked for the construction of 10 engineered landfill sites, while GH¢100 million will go towards establishing 25 waste transfer stations.
Dr Forson further announced an allocation of GH¢272 million for the renovation of Regional Coordinating Councils as part of efforts to strengthen local governance and improve administrative infrastructure.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana