By Comfort Sena Fetrie-Akagbor
Accra, Nov. 12, GNA – Some Ghanaians have called on the government to prioritise job creation, healthcare infrastructure and measures to reduce the cost of living in the 2027 Budget.
They said the budget should introduce practical interventions to improve household incomes, expand employment opportunities, strengthen healthcare delivery, and support businesses.
Dr Derick Kojo Howard, a medical doctor at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, urged the government to prioritise healthcare infrastructure and the welfare of health professionals as part of its broader development agenda.
Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) ahead of the presentation of the 2027 budget, he said although some regional and district hospitals operated around the clock, inadequate emergency facilities and other infrastructure challenges continued to affect healthcare delivery.
He said the persistent problem of the no-bed syndrome required particular attention, adding that investment in healthcare facilities and personnel was essential to improving access to quality services.
Madam Martin Lamprey, a fruit processor in Accra, said job creation, particularly for young people, should be a major priority in the budget.
She said addressing unemployment would require policies that supported businesses and created sustainable employment opportunities.
Madam Luther Darko, a trader at the Tema Market, said although there had been some economic improvements, households continued to face financial difficulties because of the high cost of living.
Mr Dominic Aryee, a businessman in Tema, also called for practical measures to reduce the cost of essential commodities and services, including food, fuel, transportation and utilities.
Ms Erica Akoto, an unemployed graduate, said young people expected the budget to provide concrete employment pathways, entrepreneurship support and adequate funding for initiatives such as the 24-Hour Economy programme.
She said such interventions should translate into accessible opportunities that would enable young people to secure employment or establish sustainable businesses.
The respondents said the 2027 budget should address the everyday economic challenges facing households while creating opportunities for businesses and young people.
GNA
Edited by Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo/Kenneth Odeng Adade
Reporter: Comfort Sena Fetrie-Akagbor, GNA
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