Government releases GH¢9.1 billion covering six quarters of DACF to MMDAs
Ghana’s government released GH¢9.1 billion to cover six quarters of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) for Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) nationwide.
In Brief
- •Ghana’s government released GH¢9.1 billion to cover six quarters of the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) for Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) nationwide.
- •The disbursement covers all four quarters of 2025 and the first two quarters of 2026, enabling socioeconomic infrastructure projects.
- •Under the NDC administration, DACF disbursements surged to over GH¢5 billion in 2025, a more than twelve‑fold increase from GH¢390 million in 2024.
- •The release has already funded 397 of 566 CHPS compounds, 502 of 761 classroom blocks, 3,081 of 4,029 mechanized boreholes, and 97 of 134 small‑town water systems.
- •The Minister confirmed that about 88 % of the DACF reaches MMDAs, exceeding the 80 % target.
Why It Matters
The substantial increase in DACF disbursements reflects the government’s commitment to decentralised development and aims to accelerate socioeconomic infrastructure across Ghana. By ensuring that a higher proportion of funds reaches local assemblies, the policy seeks to improve service delivery, stimulate local economies, and enhance living conditions for communities nationwide.
Key Details
- Total Release
- GH¢9.1 billion
- Coverage Period
- Q1‑Q4 2025 and Q1‑Q2 2026
- DACF 2025 Disbursement
- over GH¢5 billion
- Allocation to MMDAs
- 88 % of DACF
- Projects Completed
- 397 CHPS compounds, 502 classroom blocks, 3,081 boreholes, 97 water systems
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