The government has announced a temporary intervention to absorb GH¢2.00 per litre on diesel and GH¢0.36 per litre on petrol, effective April 16, 2026, in a bid to shield Ghanaians from the full impact of rising global crude oil prices tr…
The 24Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development (24H+)Secretariat, under the Office of the President of the Republic of Ghana, today
formalised a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Hunan Architectural Design Institute Group …
MTN Ghana has held its SME Accelerate webinar under the theme “Breaking Barriers to Growth For Women in Business,” bringing together industry players to discuss ways of supporting women-led enterprises.
Ghana continues to rank among the…
THE Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) maintained its bullish performance in March with both the Composite Index and Financial Stocks Index posting strong gains.
The equity market sustained its upward momentum at the close of March 2026, with…
THE Indigenous Poultry Farmers Association of Ghana (IPFAG) has called on the government to support efforts to promote the rearing of indigenous poultry across the country.
The association also appealed to non-governmental organisatio…
Ghana’s growing demand for food and consumer goods continues to be met largely through international markets, with Asia led by China emerging as the country’s primary sourcing destination in the final quarter of 2025.
New trade data…
Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama says the International Monetary Fund (IMF) must overhaul how it responds to Africa’s growing economic challenges, warning that the continent is facing a convergence of crises that…
Egg suppliers in Koforidua have joined growing calls for government intervention to resolve a trade impasse with Burkina Faso, which has halted egg exports for more than two months and triggered a glut on the domestic market.
The appe…
The MTN Ghana Y’ello Ladies Network has celebrated its first anniversary with a vibrant and inspiring event, reaffirming its commitment to empowering women and fostering inclusive leadership across the organization.
The event, held at t…
MTN Ghana has announced the appointment of Richard Acheampong as Chief Home Officer, effective 1 November 2025.
The appointment reflects MTN Ghana’s continued focus on strengthening and accelerating growth in the Home broadband and digi…
The climate conversation is changing. While recent years have been the hottest on record, the willingness of individuals to act is declining. Not because people don't care - but because expectations are shifting.
Our latest People & Cli…
ILTM Africa, the continent’s only dedicated luxury travel trade event, has concluded its 2026 edition with record-breaking results, breaking attendance and appointment figures and sending a signal to the global travel industry: African lux…
The rise of Namibia as one of the world’s most closely watched oil and gas frontiers did not happen by accident. Long before the wave of supermajors and billion-dollar discoveries, a small group of local pioneers were working to po…
More than 30 civil society organizations have called on the World Bank Group to stop financing industrial livestock production and redirect funds to sustainable, small-scale food systems that protect people, animals, and the planet.
Thi…
Registration is now open for Africa’s most influential connectivity event which shapes the decisions, deals and ideas that will define the continent’s digital future
The GSMA has revealed new updates for MWC26 Kigali, Africa’s most infl…
The Board of Directors of the African Development Fund (ADF) has approved a grant of 1.7 billion CFA francs to finance the Project to Strengthen Competitiveness of the Private Sector across the West African Economic and Monetary Un…
The World Economic Forum report outlines key “no-regret” strategies and unresolved dilemmas shaping economic growth in the long-term.
The new economy will be shaped by accelerating AI adoption, geostrategic competition, high pub…
The Ghana Revenue Authority has announced plans to deploy real-time transaction monitoring systems across businesses nationwide and intensify enforcement measures against import fraud, as part of efforts to boost revenue mobilisation.
…
Bolt, the leading on-demand mobility platform, has released its flagship Gig Economy Report in partnership with Ipsos, revealing how ride-hailing is helping South Africans earn income, build financial independence, and navigate a tough eco…
World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2026 has opened its doors at the CTICC in Cape Town this week to its largest and most internationally diverse edition to date, welcoming 8,000 trade professionals from 63 countries and confirming Africa's p…
As Africa intensifies the formalization of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) to ensure its estimated $8.5 trillion in untapped resources contribute to inclusive economic growth, the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) – schedul…
Ghana’s economic recovery story took centre stage at the ongoing IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, as Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson presented the country’s turnaround experience at the 13th African Fiscal Forum’s High-Level Rou…
Ghana’s import profile in the fourth quarter of 2025 remained heavily tilted toward energy products and second-hand vehicles, highlighting persistent structural dependencies in the economy despite a strong overall trade surplus.
Acc…
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) extended its winning streak for the third consecutive session on Wednesday, with the GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) surging 250.53 points to close at 13,530.25, driven by strong gains in telecommunications, b…
In a bold and transformative move to accelerate Ghana’s agriculture industrialisation agenda, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Sentuo Group Limited to drive large-…
THE National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) has announced plans to roll out a comprehensive pension digital platform aimed at significantly increasing pension coverage among informal sector workers across the country.
The initia…
The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) has expressed concern over the continuous decline in Ghana’s crude oil production, warning that the country’s upstream petroleum sector risks collapse unless urgent steps are taken …
Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the growth and transformation of Ghanaian enterprises following its participation in the highly successful three-day Kwahu Business Forum.
The bank was a proud spon…
Tax analyst Francis Timore Boi has questioned the timing and long-term sustainability of the government’s decision to temporarily suspend selected taxes and margins on petroleum products to reduce fuel prices in Ghana.
The Cabinet d…
Ghana’s export earnings in 2025 were heavily concentrated among a handful of international markets, with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) emerging as the country’s single largest destination.
According to the Ghana Statistical Service…
As cryptocurrency adoption accelerates across Africa, a new narrative is taking shape: one that moves beyond speculation and focuses on responsible, informed participation in the digital economy.
Recent data from Chainalysis [1]shows t…
The Paramount Chief of the Western Nzema Traditional Area has thrown his full weight behind the proposed Petroleum Hub project in Jomoro, declaring that the initiative has the backing of traditional authorities and local residents desp…
What if the food needed to improve children's diets is already available – but not being used in school meals?
This question framed a recent webinar on school meals and food systems in Ghana, bringing together researchers, policymakers,…
Africa’s downstream sector is back on the radar as global supply disruptions brought about by the Gulf war highlight a need for a strategic re-thinking of African energy systems. With over 600 million people living without access t…
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has started developing a new electricity tariff regime tailored for businesses operating under the government’s 24-hour economy policy.
When introduced, the new regime is expected to…
For over a decade, Telecel Ghana has demonstrated its commitment to encouraging female participation in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) by sponsoring the annual academic prize to the best graduating female student i…
Chief Executive of Telecel Ghana, Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai has underscored the importance of continuous evolution in education to keep pace with changing industry demands and technological advancement.
Speaking as the chairperson for the 2…
The debate about gold and bitcoin as competing safe havens misses the point. Both are responding to the same underlying shift – but they hedge different failure modes within it.
In Johannesburg today – Monday, 13 April 2026 - For deca…
The African Energy Chamber (AEC) (www.EnergyChamber.org) has welcomed bp’s acquisition of a 60% operating interest in three offshore exploration blocks in Namibia, describing the move as a strong endorsement of Africa’s frontie…
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) recorded a significant milestone on Tuesday, with market capitalisation surging past the GH¢252 billion mark as investors returned to banking and insurance counters with renewed vigour.
Trading data for …
As global aluminium prices surge - hitting a four-year high of $3,492 per ton in March 2026 - driven by tensions in the Middle East, the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) 2026, scheduled for October 14-16 in Cape Town, will explor…
Telecommunications company Telecel Ghana has recognised Kathleen Nicole Brown as the best graduating female student in computer engineering at the University of Ghana for the 2024/2025 academic year.
The award was presented during the…
Hundreds of residents in and around Asante Mampong responded positively to the 2026 MTN Ashantifest blood donation exercise held over the weekend.
The medical exercise was organised by the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council and t…
GCB Bank PLC has proposed a final dividend payment of GH¢1.00 per share for the 2025 financial year, a move that will see shareholders receive a substantial payout when they gather for the bank's 32nd Annual General Meeting on Friday, Ap…
Ghana’s export trade flow surged in the fourth quarter of 2025, driving a sharp expansion in the country’s trade surplus as strong commodity prices and demand from Asian markets lifted shipment values.
According to the latest intern…
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), in collaboration with the Ghana Tourism Federation (GHATOF) and key stakeholders, on Friday launched a National Professional Training and Certification Programme and an Uplifting Women in Tourism (UWIT)…
DR Johnson Pandit Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has been honoured by the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) for his significant contribution to stabilising the national economy.
He received the Policy Impact Award at G…
Investor demand for Treasury bills continued to weaken last week, with the government missing its issuance target by 29.85 percent.
Latest data from the Bank of Ghana shows total bids fell short of the GH¢7.57 billion target by appr…
The Centre for Environmental Management and Sustainable Energy (CEMSE) is calling for the immediate removal of margins allocated to the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST) in the petroleum price build-up, as the governme…
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