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BOG Governor leads tree-planting exercise to mark Cedi@60

The governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, led a symbolic tree-planting exercise at the bank’s headquarters, The Bank Square, on November...

2026 Budget was heavy on slogans but empty on substance – Davis Ansah Opoku

The Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, Davis Ansah Opoku, has criticised the government’s 2026 Budget Statement, describing it as “heavy on slogans but empty...

Deloitte warns Ghana must ‘ring-fence’ new borrowing

Auditing giant Deloitte Ghana has urged the government to adopt a rigorous strategy of "ring-fencing its borrowing plans" as the nation prepares its much-anticipated...

2026 Budget rests on hope, not revenue – Economist

Economist Dr Adu Owusu Sarkodie says the government’s decision to abolish the Covid-19 levy will wipe out one of its strongest revenue streams and...

GRA deploys satellite system to enforce rental tax compliance – Commissioner-General

Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, has revealed that the authority has introduced a satellite-based tracking system to ensure landlords...

GRA to begin VAT compliance checks in markets and businesses on Monday

Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, has announced that the authority will begin visiting businesses and markets nationwide from Monday...

GRA projects 40% annual revenue boost as AI takes over key port operations

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) says revenue at the country’s ports is expected to rise by up to 40% annually following the deployment of...

24-hour economy already operational at ports – GRA Commissioner-General

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, has disclosed that the 24-hour economy is already in effect at the country’s...

GRA to roll out mobile tax platform for informal sector workers

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is set to introduce a new mobile tax platform aimed at simplifying tax payment for informal sector workers, including...

New VAT reforms to bring relief to SMEs – GRA boss

The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Anthony Kwasi Sarpong, says the business community has welcomed the government’s new VAT reforms, describing the...

Implement stalled 24hr economy and tackle unemployment – Abu Jinapor charges government

Member of Parliament for the Damongo Constituency, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has criticised the government for failing to deliver on its flagship campaign pledges, accusing...

Agric Minister outlines plans for a National Farmers’ Market [Audio]

Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, says government has begun processes to establish a farmers’ market system that will allow producers to sell...

Agric Minister updates Ghanaians on ongoing irrigation projects [Listen]

Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, says government is expanding irrigation infrastructure nationwide to boost vegetable production and ensure steady supply for the...

Bond market: Turnover declines by 18%

The secondary bond market softened this week, with total turnover declining 18.16% week-on-week to GH¢326.76 million from GH¢399.29 million the previous week. Trading remained skewed...

GUTA cautions against VAT changes that could hurt traders

The Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) has raised concerns over the government’s newly announced VAT reforms, warning that the changes could negatively affect...

Gov’t failed to achieve 50% of 2025 projected targets – Gideon Boako

Gideon Boako, MP for Tano North, has criticised the government’s performance in the 2025 fiscal year, asserting that at least half of the targets...

Gideon Boako flags ‘blatant falsehood’ in 2026 Budget figures

Tano North MP, Gideon Boako, has criticised what he describes as inaccuracies and inconsistencies in the 2026 Budget, accusing the Finance Minister of presenting...

2026 Budget: Gideon Boako tells Finance Minister excessive cuts are harming growth

The Member of Parliament for Tano North, Gideon Boako, has accused the Finance Minister of engaging in excessive fiscal consolidation that is undermining growth...

Jospong Group and UN University seal green deal at COP30

In a significant move to bridge the gap between climate ambition and tangible action in Africa, the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) and the...

Cedi has regained respect locally and internationally — Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has lauded the management of Ghana’s currency, stating that the cedi has regained significant respect both locally and internationally. Speaking at...

NPP’s misuse of tax revenue has shaken public confidence — Twum-Barimah

Deputy Director-General of the Narcotics Control Commission, Twum-Barimah, Esq., says Ghanaians are not opposed to paying taxes but are frustrated by the lack of...

2026 Budget targets realistic, achievable — Deloitte Ghana

Yaw Appiah Lartey, Partner for Strategy and Partnerships at Deloitte Ghana, says he is confident the government can meet the key targets outlined in...

All You Want This Bronya Is on DStv

​​​​​​​From Football fever to award-winning drama and blockbuster nights DStv is where your connection, celebration, and storytelling come alive this festive season. Pay your...

T-bills: Investors continue to ditch treasury market

Investors continued to ditch the treasury market despite the Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, unveiling the 2026 Budget. According to the Bank of Ghana's...

2026 Budget falls short of grand ambition; it’s stability, not transformation – Economics Professor

A US-based Assistant Professor of Economics, Dr Dennis Nsafoah, has described the 2026 Budget as falling short of the grand ambition it has been...

Jospong Group showcases over 1,000 green jobs from recycling initiative at COP30 Brazil

The Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) is participating in the 30th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP30) in Belém, Brazil, using the...

Cocoa production drastically drops in Volta and Oti Regions – COCOBOD

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has raised concerns over the drastic reduction in cocoa production in the Volta and Oti Regions over the past...

Fuel prices to go up from Nov. 16 — COPEC warns of hikes in petrol, diesel and LPG

Fuel prices are expected to rise across pumps from Saturday, November 16, 2025, the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) has announced, citing increasing global...

Public sector workers paid but left without tools to work – Amin Adam

Former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has accused the ruling administration of fiscal indiscipline, alleging that funds for government expenditure and goods and...

Gov’t commits over GH¢86bn to roads and education in 2026 Budget

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has unveiled major investments in road infrastructure and education as part of the government’s 2026 Budget Statement and...

2026 Budget: Gov’t to create 800,000 jobs – Ato Forson

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy is designed to create up to 800,000 new...

2026 budget: Government to build 6 new Regional Hospitals, launch MahamaCares for NCDs

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has outlined major health sector initiatives in the 2026 Budget Statement, highlighting the government’s commitment to Universal Health...

2026 Budget: Mahama directs schools to buy only Ghanaian rice, maize, chicken and eggs

The 2026 Budget Statement unveiled a major directive from President Mahama aimed at bolstering Ghana’s agricultural sector and ensuring stable markets for local farmers. Finance...

2026 Budget: Government secures $250m Energy debt relief, strengthens reforms under ESRP

The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that Ghana’s energy sector is showing signs of stability following key reforms under the Energy...

2026 Budget: Cocoa sector rebounds as gov’t cuts COCOBOD debt and boosts farmer support – Ato Forson

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson says Ghana’s cocoa sector is showing strong signs of recovery following years of financial strain and operational challenges. Presenting...

2026 Budget: Public debt records sharpest decline in over a decade – Finance Minister

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that Ghana’s public debt has experienced one of the most significant declines in the country’s history. Presenting...

2026 Budget: Ghana’s economy stabilised, confidence returning – Finance Minister

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has highlighted significant progress made by the government in stabilising and rebuilding the Ghanaian economy. Presenting the 2026 Budget...

2026 Budget: NDC inherited economy ‘weighed down by debt and mismanagement’ – Finance Minister

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has described the economic situation inherited by the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) as “weighed down by debt,...

Livestream: Finance Minister presents 2026 budget

The Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is set to present the 2026 budget before parliament. The budget is expected to outline the government’s...

Finance Minister set to review VAT rate, roll out major tax reforms in 2026 Budget

Finance Minister Dr Ato Forson is set to announce a reduction in the effective VAT rate to be paid by businesses from next year. This...