Ghana’s 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy has been presented at a time when the country’s demographic structure continues to shift decisively towards youth. Young people aged 15–35 constitute the largest share of the national population, and their employment prospects, learning outcomes, well-being, and civic participation will significantly determine Ghana’s economic and social trajectory. Against this backdrop, the Youth Opportunity and Transformation in Africa (YOTA) undertook an independent Youth Responsiveness Analysis of the 2026 Budget to assess the extent to which national policy priorities and public investments reflect the needs, aspirations, and rights of Ghana’s young people.