Upper East regional staff of NPA honours Dr Abdul-Hamid for his leadership
The staff of the Upper East regional office of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has honoured the Chief Executive Officer, Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, for...
International Youth Day: Agri-Impact Limited CEO calls for increased investment in the youth
The Chief Executive Officer of the multinational agribusiness firm, Agri-Impact Limited, Daniel Fahene Acquaye, has called for increased investment in the youth of Ghana...
Cedi continues relative stability; one dollar going for GH¢15.87
The Ghana cedi remained relatively stable for the most part of last week, buoyed by a $10 million Bank of Ghana’s spot market support.However,...
Gold for Oil policy still on track – BoG
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has affirmed that the government's Gold for Oil policy is progressing as planned.This initiative was introduced to address Ghana's...
Gold Fields to buy Canadian miner Osisko in $1.57bn cash deal
Gold Fields Ltd has agreed to acquire Osisko Mining for C$2.16 billion ($1.57 billion), it said on Monday, barely two years after a rival offer scuppered...
Mahama pledges alternatives to controversial betting tax
Former President, John Mahama has pledged to explore alternatives to the contentious betting tax as part of his campaign strategy for the upcoming elections.Addressing...
eTranzact Ghana appoints Rev. Prof. Paul Frimpong-Manso as Board Chair
eTranzact Ghana Limited, a leading provider of innovative payment technology solutions, has announced the appointment of Rev. Prof. Paul Frimpong-Manso as its new Board...
COCOBOD sets record straight on loan defaultÂ
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has addressed inaccuracies regarding the repayment of a GH¢1.99 billion cocoa bill arranged between 2010 and 2013.In a statement,...
T-bills: Govt misses target for 5th consecutive week
The government has once again missed its target for the sale of short-term instruments to domestic investors, falling short by approximately GH¢1,257.90 million.According to...
Jamestown fishermen demand inclusion in $60m Harbor project
Fishermen in Jamestown have expressed urgent concerns about their exclusion in the soon-to-be-commissioned fishing harbour.Despite government assurances that they will be included in the...
COCOBOD invests ¢943m in cocoa rehabilitation, confident of producing 800k tons next year
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has invested almost a billion cedis last year to rehabilitate aged cocoa farms and those ravaged by swollen shoot...
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...
Ghana to rely on T-bills, multilateral and bilateral lenders for financing until 2027
Due to a lack of access to the international market, the government’s financing during 2024-2026 is expected to be limited to multilateral and bilateral...
LPG marketing companies halt business with Quantum and Blue Ocean depots in Tema
The Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketing Companies (LPGMCs) have officially notified the Gas Tanker Drivers Association of their immediate decision to cease business relations with...
Government to borrow GH¢78bn via T-bills in quarter 3, 2024
The government plans to borrow GH¢78.441 billion from the money market in the third quarter of 2024.Out of that, GH¢53.807 billion will be used...
Continued investment key to sustaining hospitality gains in Ghana – Yusuf Olela
The Group General Manager of Alisa Hotels, Yusuf Olela has underscored the need for a continuous investment in hospitality to bolster the industry and...
Implementation of cocoa farmers’ pension scheme deductions takes off in 3 districts
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has begun a pilot program for deducting cocoa farmers' contributions to the Cocoa Farmers Pension Scheme.The pilot program has...
Banks demand publication of businesses sanctioned by BoG for issuing dud cheques
The Ghana Association of Banks (GAB) is demanding the publication of all businesses and individuals sanctioned by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) over the...
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...
Business has been slow after BoG directive to check Ghana Card – Forex Bureaux Association
The Ghana Association of Forex Bureaux says their operations have slowed down in recent times after the Bank of Ghana (BoG) gave a directive...
Bawumia proposes anchoring Cedi to Gold for long-term stability
Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has unveiled plans to stabilize the cedi by anchoring its value to gold, a move aimed at mitigating currency...
Bawumia asks stakeholders to explore innovative solutions to bridge road financing gap
Vice President, Mahamudu Bawumia has tasked stakeholders in the road infrastructure provision industry to critically evaluate the opportunities in the financing models for funding...
Probe into PBC’s finances long overdue – Former workerÂ
A former worker of PBC Limited, Frederick Ackon has endorsed workers call for a probe into the company's financial management.The workers have called on...
New Shippers’ Authority law set to transform Ghana’s shipping industry – CEO affirms
At a pivotal stakeholder meeting held at the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) headquarters on Friday, August 2, 2024, GSA CEO Kwesi Baffour Sarpong underscored...
Some manufacturing companies responsible for exchange rate volatilities – Finance Minister
The Minister of Finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has expressed worry about the conduct of some local manufacturing companies.He accused them of engaging in...
Bawumia moves to fulfil dream of gold value addition
The Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has noted that the establishment of a refinery in Ghana is a strategic investment which contributes immensely to...
GRA grants amnesty to users of uncustomed vehicles
The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has granted a two-month amnesty period for users of uncustomed vehicles.The amnesty which took effect...
SSNIT has made positive strides in recent years – Osafo-Maafo
The Director General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Kofi Bosompem Osafo-Maafo, has highlighted the significant progress made by the management...
Stable macroconomic environment to boost GSE growth in second-half of 2024
Stocks are expected to continue to perform well on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) going into the second half of 2024.While non-financial stocks have...
Current PBC management knows nothing about cocoa industry – Former worker
A former staff of PBC Limited, formerly called Produce Buying Company, Frederick Ackon has blamed management for the predicament of PBC.Acknowledging that every new...
Angry PBC workers demand probe into financial issues [Audio]
Workers of the Produce Buying Company of Ghana (PBC) are appealing to state agencies to probe its management concerning financial issues.The workers have also...
Expand road tolling system to ensure equity – Bawumia
Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called for an expansion of Ghana's road tolling system to make it more inclusive and comprehensive.This proposal follows...
Kejetia-Central Market traders excited as redevelopment project resumes
Traders in the Ashanti region have expressed satisfaction with the resumption of work on phase two of the Kejetia-Central Market redevelopment project, which had...
Build up sinking fund to ensure sufficient repayment of restructured debts – ISSER
The Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) has emphasized the importance of reinforcing Ghana’s Sinking Fund to adequately manage the repayment of...
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...
Gary Nimako clashes with lawyer of lotto operatorsÂ
A heated debate has ensued between the Board Chairman of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) Gary Nimako Marfo and the lawyer for private lotto...
Agbogbloshie redevelopment: Residents question plans for old onion market
Three years ago, the old Agbogbloshie onion market and scrap yard was cleared in a major demolition exercise, aiming to pave the way for...
Electrochem set to list on Ghana Stock Exchange – Mireku Duker announces
The government has reaffirmed its dedication to supporting the seamless operations of Electrochem Ghana Limited in the harvesting of salt at the Songhor Lagoon...
Government borrowed GH¢115.77bn in half-year 2024, but interest rates declined sharply
The government borrowed GH¢115.77 billion from the treasury market in the first-half of 2024, representing a 70.22% increase over the same period last year.During...