The refurbishment of Terminal 2 at the Accra International Airport has reached 80% completion, according to Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Fosu. The project, part of a $15 million upgrade, aims to reduce congestion at Terminal 3 and improve the overall travel experience. The renovation, which started earlier this year, will enable Terminal 2 to serve both domestic and international passengers, increasing passenger-handling capacity at the airport.
The announcement was made in a post on X, where Kwakye Fosu commented on the government's upcoming 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy. The budget presentation, scheduled for November 12, 2026, will outline the government's economic priorities and planned investments. Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson will present the budget in Parliament, introducing the New Economy, a comprehensive four-year economic transformation plan.
The refurbishment of Terminal 2 is part of efforts by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) to expand passenger-handling capacity at the airport. The project is expected to boost Ghana's ambition of becoming a leading aviation hub in West Africa. In April, President Mahama cut the sod for the construction of an interconnecting concourse linking Terminal 2 and Terminal 3, aimed at reducing congestion and improving operational efficiency.
President Mahama emphasized that the project was a critical investment in Ghana's long-term economic growth. He noted that passenger traffic had surged over the past three years, rising by 700,000 between 2022 and 2025, representing a 39% increase. This growth highlights the need for expansion to safeguard efficiency and maintain service standards at the airport.
The government plans to revive the country's defunct airline, with the National Airline Taskforce assigned to present a roadmap. The taskforce is expected to submit its report by the end of the week. The revival of the national airline is part of efforts to boost Ghana's aviation sector and connect the country to more international destinations.
The 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy will introduce major investments in the productive sectors of the economy. The New Economy plan aims to drive economic transformation and growth. The budget presentation will provide more details on the government's economic priorities and planned investments.
The refurbishment of Terminal 2 and the construction of the interconnecting concourse are critical components of Ghana's aviation development plans. The projects are expected to improve the travel experience, increase passenger-handling capacity, and boost the country's ambition of becoming a leading aviation hub in West Africa.
Key points
- The refurbishment of Terminal 2 at the Accra International Airport is 80% complete.
- The project is part of a $15 million upgrade aimed at reducing congestion at Terminal 3.
- The 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy will introduce the New Economy, a comprehensive four-year economic transformation plan.
