The government has allocated GH¢17.6 billion to the Local Governance, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs sector in the 2027 Budget, with GH¢10.8 billion earmarked for the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) to finance development projects across the country.
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson announced the allocation during the presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
The allocation forms part of government’s broader spending plan to strengthen local administration, improve community services and expand infrastructure development across Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs).
Beyond the DACF provision, government has earmarked GH¢685 million for the construction of a modern Greater Accra Regional Market at New Agbogbloshie, with another GH¢685 million allocated towards the completion of Phase Two of the Kejetia Market project.
The Takoradi Market project is also expected to receive GH¢200 million to support its completion, while GH¢500 million has been set aside for rural housing construction.
In the area of sanitation and waste management, the budget provides GH¢400 million for integrated recycling and composting plants to convert waste into reusable materials.
An additional GH¢200 million has been allocated for the construction of 10 engineered landfill sites, while GH¢100 million will support the establishment of 25 waste transfer stations across the country.
Government has also allocated GH¢272 million for the renovation of Regional Coordinating Councils and their residences to improve regional administration and provide better working conditions for officials.
Additionally, GH¢150 million has been set aside for the payment of allowances to Assembly Members as part of efforts to support local governance and service delivery.
The allocations are expected to support development at the district and community levels, particularly in areas of market infrastructure, housing, sanitation and regional administration.
The GH¢17.6 billion provision forms part of the government’s projected total expenditure of GH¢389.2 billion for the 2027 financial year.
Story by Freedom Etsey Lavoe
