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Ghana Nominates New Finance Minister to Tackle Debt and Unemployment

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  • Dr Cassiel Ato Forson’s nomination signals a strategic push to stabilise Ghana’s economy.
  • President Mahama unveils a slate of key ministerial appointments to address pressing challenges.

Accra, Ghana – Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has nominated Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson as Minister for Finance, a move widely seen as part of the government’s strategy to tackle mounting debt, stabilise the economy, and address unemployment.

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