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NPA Chief Executive meets staff to chart renewed path for 2026

The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Tameklo, has met with management and staff of the Authority in a move aimed...

BoG sets GH¢100m capital for new MFBs

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has directed new Microfinance Banks (MFBs) to hold a minimum capital of GH¢100 million to operate in the sector. The...

Finance Minister signs AfDB grant for feasibility studies on 37 Military Hospital interchange, four modern markets, and three Agro-Industrial Zones

The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has signed a US$12.83 million grant agreement with the African Development Bank (AfDB) to fund feasibility...

Nothing miraculous about NDC’s economic management – Dr. Opoku Prempeh

The 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) running mate, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has argued that the current economic measures being implemented by the National...

Bawumia did not run away from the economy; digitalisation shift was strategic – Napo

The 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) running mate, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has dismissed claims that Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia abandoned economic matters...

Ghana–India trade nears $5bn as bilateral partnership deepens

Bilateral trade between the Republic of Ghana and India has surged to nearly US$5 billion, ahead of an initial five-year roadmap, according to the...

Ghana set to exit IMF programme this year – Haruna Iddrisu

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has revealed that Ghana is preparing to exit its International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme before the end of the 2026. He...

Gov’t committed to recapitalising BoG after DDEP losses – BoG Governor

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has confirmed that government support is expected as part of efforts to recapitalise the Central Bank, following the severe...

Traders’ Coalition rejects mandatory local marine insurance policy

A coalition of trade and business associations has opposed a new directive from the Ministry of Finance requiring all marine cargo destined for Ghana...

GUTA expresses discontent over local cargo insurance directive

The Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) has expressed strong disapproval of the government’s unilateral decision to implement a local cargo insurance directive without...

TAGG raises concerns over GRA–TRUEDARE contract, demands transparency

The Traders Advocacy Group Ghana (TAGG) has raised serious concerns over contractual arrangements between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and TRUEDARE Investment Limited, citing...

Cedi slips about 4% against major currencies in early 2026

The Ghana cedi has begun 2026 under renewed pressure, depreciating by an average of about four per cent against major international currencies in the...

Mobile money transactions surge to record GH¢518bn in December 2025 – BoG

Mobile money (MoMo) transactions in Ghana surged to a record GH¢518.4 billion in December 2025, underscoring the growing dominance of digital payments in the...

Ghana’s total export earnings hit US$31.1bn in 2025; trade balance reaches record US$13.6bn

Ghana ended 2025 with a total value of export earnings of a record US$31.1 billion. This is compared with US$19.1 billion in 2024. The revelation was...

Ghana’s public debt declined to GH¢644.6bn in November 2025

Ghana’s public debt reduced by GH¢40 billion between September 2025 and November 2025 to GH¢644.6 billion. This is approximately 45.5% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP). However,...

Every cedi lost to corruption is a blow to national development – Deputy Finance Minister tells Customs officers

The Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has warned that every cedi lost to corruption deprives Ghana of schools, roads, healthcare, and other...

Ghanaian banks to benefit from DDEP closure but NPLs to constrain profitability – Fitch Solutions 

Ghanaian banks will benefit from the end of the domestic debt exchange programme (DDEP) and restored capital buffers, Fitch Solutions has disclosed. However, a high Non-Performing...

Cedi records mixed performance but signals rebound; one dollar equals GH¢12.00 at forex bureaus

The Ghana cedi currency showed a mixed performance over the two-week review period, depreciating slightly in the interbank market while strengthening in retail market. The...

Majority defends economic turnaround, praises 24-Hour economy vision

The Majority Caucus has defended the government’s economic record, citing a rapid turnaround driven by fiscal discipline, sound policy choices, and strategic reforms across...

Every cedi lost to corruption is a loss to national development – Deputy Finance Minister

Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has issued a strong warning against corruption and fraud within Customs operations, stressing that revenue leakages directly...

Ghana vows unyielding fight against money laundering and terrorist financing — Deputy Finance Minister

Ghana has sent a firm signal to the international community, reaffirming its unwavering commitment to combating money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing. Speaking at...

Ghana cedi best-performing currency in Africa for 2025 – IMF

The Ghana cedi emerged as Africa’s best-performing currency in 2025, according to data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) analysed across more than 20...

Higher VAT threshold to ease burden on small businesses – GRA

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced an increase in the Value Added Tax (VAT) registration threshold from GH¢200,000 to GH¢750,000 per annum. The move...

Registrar of Companies to increase fees from February 2

Fees and charges for services provided by the Office of the Registrar of Companies (ORC) are set to increase from Monday, February 2, 2026. According...

First Sky Group creates over 6,000 jobs – CEO

The Founder and Executive Chairman of the First Sky Group of Companies, Mr Eric Seddy Kutortse, has disclosed that his companies have contributed significantly...

President Mahama expresses surprise at speed of Ghana’s economic recovery

President John Dramani Mahama has expressed surprise at the speed of Ghana’s economic recovery, saying the turnaround has occurred much faster than he anticipated...

I am sure by the end of 2026, the whole world will stand and be clapping for Ghana – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has expressed confidence that Ghana’s economic turnaround will earn global admiration by the end of 2026, saying the nation’s progress...

Conduct annual fit and proper tests for all board members, managers – BoG to financial institutions

The Bank of Ghana is urging all financial institutions to conduct fit and proper tests annually for all board members and managers. It also wants...

Ghana offers strong protection for investors – GIPC CEO

Simon Madjie, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), has assured foreign investors of a secure and non-discriminatory investment climate in...

T-bills: Gov’t exceeds target by 61%, but interest rates hit 13.06%

Investor interest in government treasuries continued to remain high as the treasury bills auction exceeded its target by 61%. According to auction results by...

COCOBOD urged to adopt new strategy in cocoa buying business

The President of the Asunafo North Municipal Co-operative Cocoa Farmers and Marketing Union in the Ahafo Region, Emmanuel Sarpong, has called on the Ghana...

Government to roll out 10-year insurance master plan to fix structural gaps

The Ministry of Finance has announced the development of a 10-year insurance master plan aimed at strengthening the insurance sector. The master plan, which is...

Ghana to open trade office in Nanjing, China in 2026 – Ofosu-Adjare

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has announced plans for Ghana to open a new Trade Office in Nanjing, Shandong Province,...

Star Oil is leaving as a minority voice, not because it was sidelined – COMAC Boss

The Chairman of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) says Star Oil’s decision to suspend its membership was not because it was pushed...

COMAC sets up team to engage Star Oil after suspension

The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has set up a small team to engage Star Oil following the company’s decision to suspend its...

Economic gains must be sustainable beyond 2028 – Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu

Former Majority Leader and former Suame MP, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has questioned the sustainability of Ghana’s recent economic improvements, despite acknowledging positive macroeconomic indicators. Speaking on...

We will be happier if fuel drops to GH¢5 per litre – Commercial Drivers welcome price cut

Some commercial drivers have expressed satisfaction over the recent reduction in fuel prices, saying they would be even happier if prices dropped further to...

COPEC alleges victimization of Star Oil over fuel price

The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has criticised what he describes as the unfair treatment of Star Oil...

1D1F did not make any impact – Trade Minister

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has cast doubt over the impact of the much-publicised One District, One Factory (1D1F) policy,...

Government to launch price comparison app

The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry is preparing to introduce a nationwide consumer price transparency application to promote fair pricing and protect buyers...