40,000 jobs up for grabs as NEIP launches Adwumawura Programme
The Adwumawura Programme, which is expected to create 40,000 jobs over a four-year period, is not just a policy but a commitment — a...
Cedi strengthens to GH¢15.96 against dollar
The Ghana cedi gained 0.63% week-on-week against the US dollar last week as demand pressures waned.
The local currency closed the week at GH₵15.96 to...
Ghana records 5th year without petroleum investment – PIAC
Despite efforts by the Ministry of Energy to attract investments into the Upstream Petroleum Industry, there was no Petroleum Agreement signed in 2024.
According to...
NEIP CEO spearheads Adwumawura Programme to empower 10,000 youth entrepreneurs annually
Ghana has officially launched the Adwumawura Programme, a flagship project designed to cultivate 10,000 young entrepreneurs across the nation.
This bold step marks a pivotal...
Lola Hair & Beauty College, Lola Hope Foundation Ghana inaugurated to empower young people
Rev. Minister Latifa Adekanla, founder of Lola Hair and Beauty College, has inaugurated the Lola Hope Foundation Ghana to empower young and vulnerable individuals...
Tetrete Okuamoah Sekyim II commends COCOBOD boss for strong start
The Paramount Chief of the Wasa Amenfi Traditional Area, Nana Tetrete Okuamoah Sekyim II, has heaped praises on the Chief Executive of Ghana Cocoa...
Ghana risks fiscal crisis if IMF programme ends in 2026 – Bokpin
Associate Professor of Finance and Economics at the University of Ghana Business School, Professor Godfred Bokpin, has cautioned the government against ending the International...
COCOBOD CEO reaffirms commitment, hints at price review
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr. Ransford Anertey Abbey, has reiterated the board’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the welfare...
Ensure debt sustainability framework remains fit-for-purpose – Governor to IMF
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama, is urging the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to ensure that the debt sustainability framework...
IMF MD assures support for Ghana amid global tariff war
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has assured that the Fund is ready to assist Ghana and other countries affected by the ongoing global tariff...
155 bank, SDI staff dismissed over fraud in 2024 – BoG report
At least 155 staff members of banks and specialized deposit-taking institutions (SDIs) were dismissed in 2024 for their involvement in fraudulent activities, according to...
IMF targets will be irrelevant by 2028 – Bright Simons warns against exit
Ghana’s potential early exit from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme is generating more heat than light, according to Bright Simons, Vice President of...
Finance Minister outlines measures to tackle Ghana’s large payable build-up in 2024
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has outlined a comprehensive plan to investors aimed at addressing the country’s large accumulation of government payables in...
COCOBOD CEO to announce new cocoa farmgate price to surpass Ivory Coast
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr. Randy Abbey, has disclosed that a new cocoa farmgate price will be announced...
Ghana’s economic direction wins investor confidence in Washington, D.C.
Ghana’s economic outlook received a strong endorsement during a high-level investor engagement held in Washington, D.C., led by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson.
Investors...
Unicom Chemist bags two honours at 2025 Pharma Excellence Awards
Unicom Chemist Limited has emerged as a top achiever at the 2025 Pharma Excellence Awards, clinching two major honours—Community Pharmacy of the Year and...
World Bank forecasts 17.2% inflation for Ghana in 2025
The World Bank is forecasting an inflation rate of 17.2% for Ghana in 2025. This is higher than the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme...
MSC DILETTA makes historic berth at Tema Port, setting new record for Sub-Saharan Africa
In a historic milestone for West African maritime trade, the Port of Tema’s MPS Terminal 3 has welcomed the largest container vessel ever to...
World Bank to help Ghana provide jobs for over 500,000 entering job market each year
The World Bank has committed to supporting Ghana in addressing its youth unemployment challenge by backing a new Growth and Jobs Strategy aimed at...
Fraud cases in banks, others declined by 18% in 2024 – BoG
The attempted fraud cases in banks and Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions (SDIs) sectors decreased by 18% in 2024 compared to 2023.
However, this decrease resulted in...
US tariffs pose low risk to Ghana’s trade surplus – IC Insights
The 10% US tariffs imposed on Ghana are expected to pose a low risk to the country’s trade surplus, according to IC Insights.
“In the...
Pace of disinflation to quicken in coming months – Report
The pace of disinflation in Ghana is expected to quicken in the months ahead as tighter monetary policies and tax reliefs begin to take...
GOLDBOD commences licensing of service providers
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has officially commenced the licensing of service providers within the country’s gold trading sector.Commencement of the licensing marks a...
Energy Sector remains our biggest economic risk – Finance Minister
Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has described the energy sector as the biggest economic threat currently facing the country.Speaking during a deep-dive session...
BoG to begin cryptocurrency regulation in Ghana by September 2025
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, has announced that the central bank is expected to commence regulation of cryptocurrency and related...
IMF warns global growth forecast will drop to 2.8% in 2025 due to trade uncertainties
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that global growth will drop to 2.8 percent from 3.3 percent earlier predicted for 2025. The IMF...
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson leads Ghana’s delegation to 2025 IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, is leading the country’s delegation to the 2025 IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings.
This marks the first...
Gov’t to engage transport operators on lorry fare reduction — Deputy Finance Minister
Deputy Finance Minister, Thomas Ampem Nyarko, has disclosed that the government will soon begin discussions with transport operators to push for a reduction in...
We’ll turn the corner, there are early signs of macro-economic stability – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed optimism about Ghana’s economic future, declaring that the country is beginning to witness early signs of macroeconomic stability...
Mahama’s full speech at Kwahu Business Forum
Find here the full speech of President John Mahama at Kwahu Business Forum on April 19, 2025.
Africa must take up opportunities in geopolitical shifts – Mahama on trade wars
President John Mahama has urged African nations to reposition themselves to take full advantage of the shifting dynamics in global geopolitics and trade.Speaking at...
Three decades, no transformation – Damang youth welcome gov’t’s gold decision
For 30 years, Damang was home to one of Ghana’s most prominent gold mining companies, Goldfields Ghana Ltd.
But as news of the government’s decision...
Three decades of exclusion – Damang youth push for local ownership and content
If there’s anything the youth of Damang have learned in 30 years of co-existing with a multinational miner, it’s this: foreign interests often come...
Mahama urges youth to own One Million Coders Programme
President John Dramani Mahama has encouraged the youth of Ghana to embrace the One Million Coders initiative as a gateway to innovation, entrepreneurship, and...
90,000 apply for National Coders Programme in just 48 hours – Mahama announces
Former President John Dramani Mahama has announced that within just 48 hours of opening applications for the One Million Coders Programme, a staggering 90,000...
Fuel prices to drop slightly from April 16
Petrol prices are expected to decrease by 1.5%, bringing the cost of a litre to GH₵14.88, while diesel will drop by 0.3% to GH₵15.50.
Liquefied...
Gov’t to enact law to boost extractive sector revenue
The government of Ghana has announced plans to enact a new law aimed at improving the management of natural resources and mineral revenue in...
Ghana must end cycle of IMF reliance – MP
The Member of Parliament for Sagnarigu, Atta Issah, has called on the government to reconsider its dependence on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for...
Volta Region power fluctuations caused by GRIDCO supply shortfall – ECG
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has attributed the recent power interruptions in the Volta Region to insufficient supply from the Ghana Grid Company...
Mahama launches Feed Ghana Programme, targets oil palm industry
In a bold move to transform Ghana’s agricultural sector and reduce the country’s dependence on food imports, President John Dramani Mahama has launched the...