THE Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has intensified efforts to improve the welfare of pensioners through the expansion of its telemedicine initiative and the introduction of a special pension card to help ease the co…
Tomato traders and importers in Accra are warning of a potential shortage and sharp increase in tomato prices unless the government urgently invests in local irrigation infrastructure to boost domestic production.
They argue that su…
The landscape of American wealth is on the brink of a historic shift. Current research estimates that between $75 trillion and $125 trillion will change hands over the next two decades as assets pass from the baby boomer generation to youn…
Jetex, a global leader in private aviation, is proud to announce that its flagship private terminals in Dubai and Abu Dhabi have become the first in the world to receive the VERIFIED™ badge, a prestigious honor from Forbes Travel Guide.
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Ghanaian car buyers are split between choosing brand-new Chinese models and sticking with traditional used imports, even as dealers slash prices by up to 15 percent amid improved exchange rate stability.
The reductions signal early …
Radisson Rewards, the global loyalty program for Radisson Hotel Group (https://apo-opa.co/4tD4tLb), has surpassed 27 million members within three years, reflecting its rapid growth and strong global appeal. In 2025, the program int…
The “Stop Online Misinformation” campaign marks the culmination of sustained global collaboration to strengthen trust in the safe and all-inclusive digital economy
The Digital Cooperation Organization (DCO) has announced the launch of…
Finance and Tax Analyst, Nelson Cudjoe Kuagbedzi, says the government’s latest GH¢10 billion interest payment under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) is a strong signal of fiscal commitment that could significantly improve Gh…
Sixteen food service establishments in the Greater Accra Region have been closed by the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) for operating without valid Food Hygiene Permits, two weeks after regulators issued a public ultimatum.
The enforce…
THE President of the Advertising Association of Ghana (AAG), Andrew Ackah, has called for clarity, fairness and structured stakeholder engagement in the ongoing billboard demolition exercise across the country.
He said although the As…
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has called for strategic diversification of Ghana’s economy, noting that cocoa alone can no longer shoulder the country’s economic ambitions.
According to the Asantehene, cocoa has long been the…
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has reaffirmed the Government’s unwavering commitment to revitalising Ghana’s industrial sector, expanding exports, and positioning the country as a competitive…
The President of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), Kofi Nsiah-Poku, has called on the government to strengthen bilateral collaborations with neighbouring countries to create safer and more efficient channels for Ghanaian manufac…
In an unprecedented move, the government reduced the producer price of cocoa for the 2025/26 season by 29 per cent from GH¢3,625 per bag to GH¢2,587 per bag.
The government explains that this was a difficult but necessary decision gi…
The Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has announced plans to roll out a fugu exhibition initiative across African markets, beginning with Zambia, as part of efforts to promote Made-in-Ghana products, c…
The year 2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for African energy. Amid shifting geopolitics, intensifying trade disputes and the global push to diversify supply chains, international partners are increasingly turning toward Afr…
BEYOND Developments unveiled EVERMORE, its first fully masterplanned destination on Marjan Beach in Ras Al Khaimah, marking the opening chapter of BEYOND’s 2026 growth strategy and a bold expansion beyond Dubai.
Strategically located …
Energy major Eni continues to deliver on its exploration drive in Africa, announcing two major hydrocarbon discoveries in February 2026. In Ivory Coast, the company successfully drilled the Murene South-1X well in Block CI-501, con…
A delegation from Egypt’s Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources (MOPMN) met with the Energy Capital & Power (ECP) (www.EnergyCapitalPower.com) team to discuss the country’s anticipated participation in the upcoming African Mi…
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) could save an estimated GH?5 million every month following salary reductions for its executive management and senior staff, according to the Board’s Head of Public Affairs, Jerome Kwaku Sam.
The cuts …
The second prosecution witness in the trial of Solomon Asamoah and Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, former CEO and Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), has told the Accra High Court that the fund’s investmen…
The Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has told Parliament that the government has begun the process of securing a strategic investor to revive the Komenda Sugar Factory, which has remained non-operatio…
The Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana, Anthony Morrison, has called on the government to establish a comprehensive national agriculture database to regulate imports and protect local farmers from market disto…
THE Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) commenced 2026 on a strong footing, posting impressive gains across key indices and recording a significant surge in trading activity in January.
The GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) advanced by 2.69 per cen…
Anthony Morrison, Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana, has raised concerns over the vast amount of irrigable agricultural land in Ghana that remains unused, warning that the country risks undermining its food s…
The Executive Management and Senior Staff of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) have announced salary reductions in response to ongoing liquidity challenges within the cocoa sector.
In a press release dated Monday, February 16, 2026, C…
The Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting farmers to add value to their crops and link them to ready markets through contract farming and industrial…
Onyx Coffee Lab (USA) tops the list as the best coffee shop in the world.
The United States leads with 9 coffee shops, followed by Australia (7), Peru (5), and Spain, Honduras and Taiwan (4 each).
See the full list at https://the…
Ohana Development, a leading UAE real estate developer, has officially launched ‘Manchester City Yas Residences by Ohana,’ a USD 4.1 billion gated waterfront community on Yas Canal in Abu Dhabi and Manchester City F.C.’s first branded re…
The National Blood Service has commended MTN Ghana Foundation and CalBank for their landmark partnership during the 2026 Save a Life blood donation drive that resulted in the collection of 7,020 units of blood, surpassing their ambitious 7…
Tycoons, an initiative of the AIM Global Foundation, will convene for the first time in Dubai on 12 April 2026 as part of AIM Congress 2026, bringing together an invitation-only group of approximately 500 local and international decision-…
The government has moved to allay fears of a possible increase in the price of fugu following the decision to dedicate Wednesdays to wearing the traditional fabric — a policy expected to boost demand and patronage.
The Minis…
The Director-General of the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), Rev. Stephen Wilfred Arthur, has disclosed that the Authority will raise the bar on safety, security and regulatory compliance as it marks 40 years of autonomous operat…
Twellium marked the 2026 International Day for Women and Girls in STEM at the Diaspora Girls SHS in the Eastern Region.
The programme involved a mentorship session and donation of 10 Arduino Sets to the STEM club at the Diaspora Gir…
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced the immediate suspension of new applications for selected categories of gold buying licences as part of efforts to reform and modernise the country’s gold trading regime.
In a press relea…
Check Point Software Technologies has announced three strategic acquisitions, namely Cyata, Cyclops and Rotate, aimed at strengthening its platform across AI agent security, exposure management and MSP-driven workspace protection.
In ad…
Following the 3rd International Orange Summer Challenge (OSC) Award Ceremony, held on February 4, 2026, Orange Middle East and Africa (OMEA) (www.Orange.com) awarded three innovative start-ups developed by young entrepreneurs from …
Across many Western countries, anti-energy activists attack the very oil and gas industry that provides tax revenue to build schools, pave roads and fund universities. Unreasonable limits on oil and natural gas activity do not just…
The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AAK Ghana Limited to facilitate and improve value addition, competitiveness, and sustainable growth within Ghana's shea industry.
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The Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has inaugurated a 2,400-tonne cold storage facility for poultry at Kpone Katamanso in the Greater Accra Region, marking a significant step toward strengthening Ghana’s poultry industry an…
The Cocoa Processing Company (CPC) has welcomed the government’s renewed policy direction aimed at increasing the local processing of cocoa before export.
The company’s officials described the measure as a major boost for value additi…
The Agricultural Development Bank PLC (ADB PLC) has marked a significant corporate milestone with the unveiling of a new corporate cloth, symbolising the bank’s enduring legacy, shared values, and renewed commitment to excellence as it c…
As part of the launch of its newly announced Microfinance Fund in Ghana, Fearless Fund is hosting a pitch competition for women entrepreneurs operating in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. This will offer one standout founder…
The Executive Chairman of Sentuo Group and Executive Vice President of the Chinese Society in Ghana, Xu Ningquan, has called on Chinese investors in the country to uphold lawful, transparent, and ethical business practices while deepenin…
Franklin Templeton, a global investment leader and Binance, the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and users, today announced a new institutional off-exchange collateral program, making digital markets more secure an…
The government is targeting the distribution of seven million birds this year under the Nkoko Nkitinkinti initiative as part of efforts to scale up poultry production and reduce the country’s dependence on meat imports.
The exercise f…
On 27 January 2026, India and the European Union announced for concluding negotiations for a comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (FTA), called as ‘Mother of all Agreements”. This historic pact eliminates duties on nearly 99.5% of Indian…
A report conducted by Glima Research, a consulting firm, has estimated that Ghana’s growing urban mobility crisis where commuters spend long hours in traffic during peak periods is costing the economy about GH¢4.5 billion every year.
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Industry has expressed readiness to partner the government to expedite action on its new policy to establish factories that can process cocoa beans and other raw commodities into finished goods for the market.
Consequently, the Associ…
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