Do things right to win investors’ trust – Pensioners bondholders forum to gov’t
The Convener of the Pensioners Bondholders Forum, Dr. Adu Anane Antwi, has urged the government to ensure it fulfills its financial obligations to investors...
Debt Exchange: Finance Ministry pays GH₵6bn to bondholders
The Ministry of Finance has released GH₵6.081 billion to settle all bondholders under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP).
This follows President John Mahama’s directive...
There has been no increase in cocoa prices – Agric Minister clarifies
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has dismissed claims that the government has announced an increase in cocoa prices.
Speaking in an interview...
CID boss sues bank over late husband’s accounts
The Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, Commissioner of Police (COP) Faustina Andoh-Kwofie, has initiated a legal action...
NPA Acting CEO tours fuel installations
The Acting Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, has embarked on a nationwide tour of fuel installations to assess...
Discontinuing the IMF programme would be unwise – Prof Bokpin
A professor of finance and economics at the University of Ghana, Prof Godfred Bokpin, says it will be bad for the economy if the...
I’m committed to stabilising Ghana’s economy – Mahama reaffirms
President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his government's commitment to stabilizing Ghana's economy as the foundation for sustainable development.
Speaking at the Africa Business Forum...
Mahama urges quick establishment of key African Financial Institutions
President John Mahama has called for the swift establishment of key financial institutions to accelerate Africa’s economic integration and reduce reliance on foreign aid.
Speaking...
FABAG urges Finance Minister to scrap excise tax on fruit juices
The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has urged Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson to scrap the Excise Tax on fruit juices...
Demand for Treasury Bills soars amid economic shifts
In an unprecedented move, the Bank of Ghana's recent auction of treasury bills saw a surge in investor interest, marking the highest demand in...
Global oil prices drop, but cedi depreciation keeps fuel prices high
Consumers are facing mixed outcomes at the pumps as global fuel prices decline, but the depreciation of the local currency could undermine potential relief.
Despite...
Good news for cocoa farmers
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has announced that the government will offer cocoa farmers 70% of the world market price for...
Chanrai Brands launches Blue Band Professional Pack to boost nutrition
Chanrai Brands Limited has introduced the Blue Band 10kg Professional Pack, a nutrient-rich, plant-based margarine aimed at enhancing Ghana’s food industry while supporting local...
IMF sets April 2025 to assess Ghana’s progress in meeting key requirements
The International Monetary Fund(IMF) has indicated that it will formally assess Ghana’s progress in meeting key commitments in April 2025.This will be in the...
Ministry of Finance releases new report on Ghana’s VAT system
The Ministry of Finance has released a report reviewing Ghana’s Value Added Tax (VAT) structure, in collaboration with researchers from the Institute for Fiscal...
Importers and Exporters Association calls for ICUMS reforms, not removal
The Importers and Exporters Association is advocating for reforms to the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS) rather than its complete removal, citing its vital...
Karpowership engages gov’t over accumulated debt
Karpowership Ghana has assured the public that there is no immediate threat of a power shutdown despite ongoing discussions with the government regarding accumulated...
Total value of secured loans in Q4 hits GH¢8.2bn – BoG
The total value of secured loans granted by banks and Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions (SDIs) in Quarter 4 (Q4) 2024 was GH¢8.2 billion.
This is relative...
CIMG: Michael Abbiw is new President as new national executives are elected
The Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG) has officially announced the results of its highly anticipated national elections.The voting process, overseen by the Electoral...
CDM condemns appointment of Dr Asiama as BoG Governor
The Center for Democratic Movement (CDM) has strongly condemned the appointment of Dr. Johnson Asiama as the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG),...
Economist cautions government against hastily removing taxes
Economist Dr. Priscilla Twumasi Baffour has warned the government against rushing to remove taxes it promised to scrap if doing so would negatively impact...
Heritage Bank would have been unmatched in Ghana’s banking sector – Seidu Agongo
The majority shareholder of the now-defunct Heritage Bank, Alhaji Seidu Agongo, has asserted that his bank could have reshaped Ghana’s banking sector with unrivaled...
From Peril to Promise: Star Oil builds modern school to save lives and secure futures in CK Kope
For years, the children of CK Kope in Tapa Abotoase, Biakoye District of the Oti Region, have braved the treacherous waters of the Volta...
World Bank attributes Ghana’s 2022 crisis to lack of fiscal discipline
The World Bank has attributed Ghana’s 2022 economic crisis to a lack of fiscal discipline and an expensive response to global shocks.
In its Ghana...
World Bank warns Ghana against premature return to Int’l capital markets
World Bank Country Director for Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, Robert Taliercio, has cautioned Ghana against rushing back to international capital markets, warning that...
Lack of fiscal discipline plunged Ghana into full-fledged crisis in 2022 – World Bank
The World Bank has disclosed that a lack of fiscal discipline and expensive fiscal response to global shocks plunged Ghana into a full-fledged crisis...
ECG’s revenue woes are politically driven, not management failure – Dr. Apetorgbor
Energy Systems Specialist, Dr. Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, has stated that the under-declaration of revenue by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) should not be...
Government orders audit of frequency authorizations
The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations has launched an audit of frequency authorizations issued or renewed in the past 60 days.
Acting on...
Stephen Amoah calls for proactive measures to tackle inflation instability
Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso, Dr. Stephen Amoah, has emphasized the need for a proactive approach in addressing the root causes of inflation instability...
SIC Insurance MD Hollistar Duah-Yentumi hands over to James Agyenim-Boateng
The Managing Director of SIC Insurance PLC, Ms. Hollistar Duah-Yentumi, has officially handed over leadership to her successor, Mr. James Agyenim-Boateng, following an exceptional...
Finance Minister to present 2025 budget on March 10
The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, is expected to present the 2025 Budget to Parliament on March 10.
This is the date proposed...
It will be suicidal, financially ill-advised not to tax betting – John Kwakye
Economist and Director of Research at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), Dr. John Kwakye, has firmly asserted that betting must be taxed, warning...
Mahama directs urgent action to address USAID funding gap
President John Dramani Mahama has instructed the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, to take immediate steps to address a funding gap caused...
PwC audit uncovers GH₵5.3 billion revenue discrepancy at ECG
A 2024 audit of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) by PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) has revealed a GH₵5.3 billion revenue discrepancy, exposing financial irregularities in...
Anyone who orchestrated my dismissal will face karma – Former Customs boss
Jaman South Member of Parliament (MP), Colonel Kwadwo Damoah (Rtd.), has claimed that those responsible for his removal as Commissioner of the Customs Division...
Government engages driver unions on fare adjustments
The government will engage various drivers unions today to discuss potential adjustments in transport fares.
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe indicated that no formal proposals...
Ghana working towards harmonising trade processes under AfCFTA
Customs Revenue Officer (CRO) Samuel Akrofi, acting Head of the Ghana Customs Laboratory, Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), says Ghana is...
Acting NPA CEO Edudzi Tameklo engages Bulk Oil Distributors
The Acting Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, has held a meeting with the Chamber of Bulk Oil...
Managing Director of Vivo Energy Ghana passes on
The Managing Director of Vivo Energy Ghana, Jean-Michel Arlandis, has passed away.He died on Friday, February 7, 2025, in his hometown, Toulouse, France, while...
IMF, government in crucial talks as Ghana finalises 2025 budget
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is set to begin critical discussions with the Ghanaian government this week as the country finalizes its 2025 budget,...