“Those Managing Ghana’s Economy Should Tell Us Something Better,” Kwasi Pratt Urges Ahead of Budget

According to a post shared on Metro TV Ghana’s official Facebook page on November 11, 2026, veteran journalist and former Managing Editor of the Insight Newspaper, Kwasi Pratt Jnr., has challenged those responsible for managing Ghana’s economy to provide more convincing explanations about the country’s economic situation.

Pratt made the observation during a discussion surrounding the government’s upcoming 2027 Budget, which has been given the theme ‘The New Economy’.

In his remarks, the experienced journalist questioned the quality of explanations being offered by economic managers, suggesting that Ghanaians deserve more meaningful answers about developments in the economy.

“Those who are managing the economy should tell us something better,” he stated.

His comment comes at a significant moment as the government prepares to present its economic plans and priorities for the coming year. Many Ghanaians are expecting the budget to address some of the major economic challenges affecting households, businesses and workers across the country.

The 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy is scheduled to be presented to Parliament on Thursday, November 12, by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson.

According to the Ghana News Agency, Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem previously indicated that the upcoming budget would focus on translating the country’s macroeconomic stabilisation gains into productive investments, decent jobs, higher incomes and improved living standards.

At the centre of the government’s agenda is the proposed US$10 billion New Economy programme, a four-year initiative covering the period from 2027 to 2030. The programme is expected to support local production, industrial development, agricultural transformation and employment creation.

However, the government’s ability to translate these ambitions into tangible improvements in the lives of ordinary citizens remains an important issue for public discussion.

Pratt’s intervention highlights the importance of accountability and clear communication from economic managers, particularly when government presents positive economic indicators.

For many citizens, economic recovery must go beyond statistics and official announcements. They want to see improvements in their purchasing power, employment opportunities, business conditions and general living standards.

As Parliament prepares to receive the 2027 Budget, attention will be on the policies, financial allocations and practical measures the government will introduce to support its New Economy agenda.

Ultimately, Ghanaians will be looking for concrete results rather than promises as the country enters another phase of its economic transformation.

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