The National Tenants’ Union of Ghana (NATUG) has criticised the government for allocating insufficient resources to the housing sector in the 2026 national budget, warning that the continued underfunding could worsen the country’s housing crisis.
In a statement, the union argued that while agriculture, health, and roads are vital, housing, a basic human need and a constitutional right, cannot be sidelined. NATUG stressed that adequate housing is a cornerstone of social protection and essential for broader economic development.
Ghana currently faces a housing deficit of over two million units, a gap that leaves low- and middle-income families struggling to secure either rental properties or homes for ownership. NATUG said the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources receives one of the smallest capital allocations among social-sector ministries, limiting its ability to address these challenges effectively.
The union also pointed out that President Mahama’s engagement with NATUG prior to the 2024 elections included promises to prioritise housing, and the NDC’s 2024 manifesto highlighted investment in low-cost and social housing. Yet, according to NATUG, the 2026 budget does not reflect that commitment.
“Without safe, affordable, and adequate housing, all other social-sector investments are weakened,” the statement read.
NATUG has indicated that it will engage with Parliament’s Select Committee on Works and Housing as budget discussions continue, urging lawmakers to ensure that housing receives meaningful attention and funding.
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