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Ghanaian government legislative and administrative reforms

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President John Mahama has enacted significant legislative and administrative reforms in Ghana. On August 26, 2026, the President signed ten bills into law, targeting taxation, energy, cocoa regulation, and justice administration. These include amendments to the Income Tax, Value Added Tax, and Excise Acts, the Ghana Cocoa Board Act, the Customs Act 2026, and the Maritime and Related Offences Act. Notably, the Tribunals Act 2026 reintroduces Regional and District Tribunals into the judicial system, a move that has faced opposition from civil society and political figures concerned about judicial confidence. The Ghana Cocoa Board Act, 2026, specifically aims to ensure farmers receive 70% of the world market price and mandates that at least 50% of cocoa beans be processed locally. To bolster national defense, the President also signed the National Defence University, Ghana Act. In economic and infrastructure development, the President inaugurated a committee to oversee the GH¢1 billion Bawku Revitalisation Fund. Chaired by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the committee will manage infrastructure projects to restore the Bawku area as a commercial center. Additionally, the President announced aviation projects at Accra International Airport, including a new control tower and Terminal 2 refurbishment, which are being financed through the balance sheets of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority and the Ghana Airports Company Limited without direct government funding. Ground has been broken for a seven-storey multi-purpose car park and commercial complex at the airport, featuring two hotels and retail spaces. During the ceremony, the President endorsed a crackdown on airport workers soliciting tips, citing damage to Ghana’s international reputation. Furthermore, the Limited. The government has also ruled out issuing Eurobonds for the next few years, opting to rely on domestic capital markets and potential infrastructure bonds. markets. Concurrently, President Mahama announced implemented a second major government ministerial reshuffle to realign administrative responsibilities. Dr. Key changes include the reassignment of Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo from the Ministry of Labour, Employment and Job Creation to Minister of State for Special Initiatives, with Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum succeeding him. Deputy Minister for Defence Ernest Brogya Genfi has moved to the Presidency as Presidential Adviser on National Resilience and Emergency Preparedness.

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