President John Dramani Mahama has implemented a restructuring of the government, reducing the number of ministries from 29 to 23 as part of a broader effort to streamline operations, cut inefficiencies, and ensure a leaner and more effective administration.

Among the key changes is the abolition of several ministries that existed under the administration of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. The axed ministries are:

• Ministry of Information

• Ministry of National Security 

• Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs 

• Ministry of Railway Development

• Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources

• Ministry of Public Enterprises

• Ministry of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs (merged with Local Government)  

New and renamed Ministries

President Mahama has also introduced innovative ministries to address emerging priorities:  

• The Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment has been established to focus on youth employment, skills development, and leadership. 

• Previously known as the Ministry of Youth and Sports, it has been renamed to the Ministry of Sports and Recreation.

• The renaming of the Ministry of Energy to the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition underscores the administration’s commitment to renewable energy and environmental sustainability. 

• The Ministry of Labour, Jobs, and Employment reflects a renewed emphasis on job creation and labour issues.

President’s vision

The restructuring is seen as a necessary step to foster good governance, eliminate redundancies, and realign governmental priorities.

With this reorganisation, President Mahama has signalled his administration’s focus on strategic governance, innovation, and a commitment to addressing pressing national issues.

Newly Established Ministries

The following 23 ministries will now be a part of Ghana’s Civil Service:

Ministry of Finance
Ministry of Health
Ministry of the Interior
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Education
Ministry of Energy and Green Transition
Ministry of Roads and Highways
Ministry of Transport
Ministry of Sports and Recreation
Office of the Attorney-General and Ministry of Justice
Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs
Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations
Ministry of Environment, Science, and Technology
Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment
Ministry of Works, Housing, and Water Resources
Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection
Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts
Ministry of Labour, Jobs, and Employment
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture
Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry