Parliament has given the green light for the Ministry of Roads and Highways to spend GHC5.3 billion in 2026 as part of the government’s plan to expand and improve Ghana’s road network.
The approval was granted on December 2, following the presentation of the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson.
Of the total amount, a little over GHC4.4 billion will come from the Government of Ghana sources, while GHC20.2 million is expected from internally generated funds.
Development partners are also projected to contribute about GHC910 million. The allocation forms part of the government’s long-term Big Push infrastructure initiative, which is intended to transform road transport across the country.
A significant share of the Big Push programme is earmarked for strategic road and bridge projects. The budget also sets aside GHC 828 million for the construction of one thousand kilometres of agricultural enclave roads.
These roads are expected to improve access to farming communities and reduce the cost of transporting food crops to market.
Another GHC3 billion will support the new Ghana Road Maintenance Trust Fund, which will replace the existing Road Fund. The aim is to ensure roads in all constituencies remain safe and motorable throughout the year.
Lawmakers noted that the investment is intended to unlock economic growth by making travel easier and more efficient.
Major national projects such as the Accra Kumasi Expressway and several regional link roads are among those expected to benefit from the funding.