During the presentation of the 2026 Budget and Economic Statement to Parliament on 13th November, 2025 Ghana’s Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson declared the elimination of the contentious COVID-19 fee.
The government’s pandemic response plan included the levy, which was widely criticized by the public and policy experts for its protracted implementation even after pandemic-related pressures subsided.
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Minister Forson underlined the government’s dedication to reducing individuals’ financial burdens and promoting economic recovery in his speech to Parliament.
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“Mr. Speaker, by abolishing the COVID-19 levy, government is putting GH₵3.7 billion in the pockets of individuals and businesses in 2026 alone” stated he.
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