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Ghana loses $2.4bn to galamsey annually – Prof. Bokpin
A professor of Economics and Finance at the University of Ghana Business School, Prof Godfred Bokpin has revealed that the state loses more than $2.4...
Scrap e-levy now to gain voters’ trust – Bokpin tells Bawumia
Economist and professor of finance, Godfred A. Bokpin, has welcomed Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's proposal to scrap the electronic transaction level (E-levy) if elected as...
Finance Minister’s apology not enough – Bokpin
A finance and economics professor at the University of Ghana, Professor Godfred Bokpin, says the recent apology by the Finance Minister, Dr Mohammed Amin...
Cedi depreciation: Let’s ensure predictability and stability in 2024 election – Bokpin appeals to...
Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana, Godfred Bokpin, has appealed to the Electoral Commission (EC) to create reasonable predictability and certainty in...
BoG’s forex trade measures won’t yield results in stabilizing cedi – Bokpin
Economics Professor, Godfred Bokpin is warning that the new measures by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to clamp down on black market operators in...
Prof Bokpin questions government’s claims of recovery amidst growing hardships
A finance and economics expert at the University of Ghana, Professor Godfred Bokpin, has questioned the government over the real magnitude and impact of...
Ghana has not been prudent in borrowing – Bokpin
Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana, Godfred Bokpin, says the government has not demonstrated effective management of the funds it has borrowed...
Government has strayed from its policy on aid – Prof Bokpin
A professor of finance and economics at the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), Prof Godfred Bokpin, has said Ghana has deviated from its...
Import Restrictions Bill needs clear policy direction and transparency – Prof Bokpin
A professor of Finance at the University of Ghana, Godfred Bokpin, voiced his disapproval of the suspended import restrictions bill emphasising the need for...
Government’s revenue-mobilisation approach worsens inequality – Prof Bokpin
Economist, Professor Godfred Bokpin has urged a reconsideration of the government's revenue-raising strategies.According to him, the current approach exacerbates inequality among the general population.He...
Cedi can only stabilse temporarily but will keep on depreciating – Prof Bokpin
Economist and professor of finance at the University of Ghana, Prof Godfred Bokpin, has asserted that the cedi can only be stabilised temporarily from further...
Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill: Ghana has done the right thing by passing the Bill – Bokpin
A Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana Business School, Godfred Bokpin, says the country's decision to declare its stance on the controversial...
We are no longer going to celebrate GDP growth – Prof Bokpin
A Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana Business School, Godfred Bokpin, has challenged the conventional celebration of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth.According to...
Ghana’s macroeconomic indicators are not pointing to the right direction – Prof Bokpin
A professor of Finance at the University of Ghana Business School, Godfred Bokpin has contradicted President Akufo-Addo's claim that Ghana's macroeconomic indicators are heading...
Government’s incessant taxes state-sponsored robbery – Prof Bokpin
Economist and Professor of Finance, Prof Godfred A. Bokpin, has stated that the government's incessant imposition of taxes is a lazy approach to raising...
It shouldn’t take Mahama too long to settle in if NDC wins – Bokpin...
A lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), Godfred Bokpin has advised the National Democratic Congress (NDC) not to delay in addressing...
There’ll be fiscal slippages ahead of election 2024 – Prof Bokpin
Economics and Finance lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), Professor Godfred Alufar Bokpin, has predicted potential fiscal spillages as Ghana gears...
Election year to spur growth in Ghana’s economy – Prof Bokpin
Economist, Professor Godfred Alufar Bokpin, has indicated that Ghana’s economy will experience some appreciable growth in 2024 as a result of election-related activities.Prof Bokpin...
Government is still spending as though there’s no crisis – Prof. Bokpin on DDEP
Economist, Professor Godfred Bokpin, has berated the government for not sticking to its side of the bargain to adjust fiscal expenditure amidst the country’s...
If Akufo-Addo cannot govern with 40 ministers, he should resign – Prof Bokpin
Economist and lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), Professor Godfred Bokpin, says President Akufo-Addo should resign since he cannot govern with...
Govt’s new VAT rate a lazy man approach – Prof Bokpin
Finance and Economics lecturer, Professor Godfred Bokpin, has advised the government to review its decision against the new Value Added Tax (VAT) regime in...
Freeze on V8s in Accra; who monitors directive? – Prof Bokpin
Economist Prof. Godfred Bopkin has questioned the practicality of imposing a freeze on the use of V8 vehicles in Accra by government appointees.The measure...
We are on course to go past ¢15 to a dollar – Prof Bokpin
An economist, Professor Godfred Alufar Bokpin, says the Ghanaian cedi is on course to exchange 15 cedis to a dollar before the end of...
‘Ghana Beyond Aid’ actually in need of more aid – Bokpin [Video]
President Nana Akufo-Addo has since he was sworn into office, pledged to rid the country of the need for hand-outs.He touted his administration...
My retired JHS teacher in the village can’t afford basic necessities of life –...
Economist and Professor of Finance at the University of Ghana, Godfred Bokpin, says the high cost of living in the country is having an...
Govt should support indigenous businesses regardless of their political ties – Prof. Bokpin
An economist, Professor Godfred Bokpin, has called on the government to be intentional in supporting the growth of indigenous businesses irrespective of their political...
We’ll strike if our other demands are not met – Coalition Against Galamsey
The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey has urged Organised Labour to proceed with their planned strike if the government fails to meet their broader demands...
Renal patients at Korle Bu vow to picket over uncleared consumables at Tema Port
The Renal Patients Association at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has expressed frustration over the government's delayed response in clearing essential dialysis consumables stuck at...
NDC assures of sustainable development if elected
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Volta Region has assured sustainable development under the government of flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, if elected.This follows...
Ghana Link executives sweep National Communications Awards
In a resounding affirmation of Ghana's burgeoning tech sector, executives from Ghana Link Network Services dominated the 6th Edition of the National Communications Awards...
Government loses up to $3m as surface rentals in 2023 – PIAC
A member of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Richard Ellimah says by the end of 2023, the government will have lost an...
IGP warns political parties
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Dr George Akufo Dampare has issued a stern warning to political parties and other stakeholders in the electoral process...
Akufo-Addo cuts sod for phase-one of Petroleum Hub project at Jomoro
President Nana Akufo-Addo has officially cut sod for the first phase of the Petroleum Hub Development project in Nawule, located in the Jomoro District...
Maiden National Sales Leaders Conference celebrates success in Accra
The inaugural National Sales Leaders Conference (NSLC), organized by MGA Consulting Ghana Limited and CorEvents Solutions, concluded on a high note, drawing over 2,000...
MASLOC honoured for championing business sustainability, CEO wins the ultimate woman of the year
In an evening of glitz, celebration and recognition at the fourth edition of the National Business Honours 2024 held at the Marriott Hotel in...
Eni Ghana workers suspect foul play in the unitisation of Afina project
Hundreds of workers of Eni Ghana Exploration and Production Ltd have expressed disquiet over the seeming foul play in the unitisation of the Afina discovery...
Ministry of Finance announces measures to address debt crisis and reduce borrowing
The Ministry of Finance, following the recent domestic debt restructuring and ongoing negotiations with international creditors, has implemented strategies to stabilise the economy.Deputy Minister...
Clamp down on unregistered and unregulated forex businesses – ISSER to BoG
The Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) has urged the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to take decisive action against unregistered and unregulated...
Ghana has little economic benefits from its democratic achievements – Prof Agyemang-Duah
Former UN Senior Governance Advisor, Prof. Baffour Agyeman-Duah, says despite Ghana’s commendable democratic credentials, the country has little to show in terms of economic...
Stop apologising and reduce rising debt – Independent Bondholders Forum to Minister
A member of the Bondholders Forum, Harry Yamson has recommended that the government prioritise addressing the debts as a solution to the country's economic...