The John Dramani Mahama administration has reiterated its commitment to revamping the creative arts industry.

Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement to Parliament, the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, announced that the NDC government will establish a Film Fund as part of efforts to restore the film industry.

“We will establish the Film Fund to revive the film industry, including Kumawood and other film associations,” he said.

While presenting the budget, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson further disclosed that the government’s efforts to revitalise the movie industry will include an injection of GH¢20 million.

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“Mr Speaker, the government has allocated an amount of GH¢20 million to the Film Fund as seed money to revive the film industry, including Kumawood and other film associations.”

He additionally noted that the John Mahama administration will establish a fund specifically to support musicians and promote the broader creative arts sector.

“We will also establish the Creative Arts Fund for the arts, music, fashion, food, and other creative sectors,” he added.

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