99 m. ago Cedi appreciation due to strengthened economic fundamentals – BoG Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has credited the recent appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi to four key economic pillars, highlighting improved policy coordination and renewed investor confidence as instrumental to the currency’s stability.

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3 d. ago Youth must prioritise cultural values over materialism within tourism industry – GTDC

The CEO of the Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC), Prof Kobby Mensah, has expressed concern over the growing trend among Ghanaian youth who prioritize the material aspects of tourism over their own cultural heritage.

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6 d. ago Ghana’s CEOs’ optimism and appetite for GenAI risen rapidly – PwC CEO Survey

The Ghana CEOs were also bullish about GenAI’s potential, and this showed through their responses to the questions asked about growth, profitability, human resource efficiencies, and headcount.

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6 d. ago 64% of CEOs in Ghana optimistic firms will thrive beyond next decade if – PwC Report

The survey response data suggested that, in every aspect of the strategic decision-making process, Ghana’s CEOs are “outperforming” their African and global peers—whether it involves countering confirmation bias or big picture analysis.

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6 d. ago President Mahama charts bold maritime future at IMDEC 2025: A renewed vision for regional security and blue economy growth

At the 4th International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (IMDEC), President John Dramani Mahama—represented by Chief of Staff Julius Debrah—delivered a powerful reaffirmation of Ghana’s commitment to regional maritime security, economic resilience, and international cooperation. The President’s speech, delivered at Burma Camp on July 2nd, resonated with purpose and hope, laying out a bold and […]

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6 d. ago Prof. Gyampo condemns character assassination, urges national dialogue on Fake News

Political Science lecturer and CEO of the Ghana Shippers Authority, Prof. Ransford Gyampo, has decried the rising tide of character assassination in Ghana’s public discourse, warning that the trend discourages competent citizens from offering themselves for national service. In a statement Tuesday, Prof. Gyampo, known for his outspoken views on governance and civic responsibility, said he remains unshaken by recent defamatory attacks on his character but expressed deep concern for the country’s future if such toxic narratives continue unchecked.

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6 d. ago JoySports Invitational: Sapholda Ventures CEO calls on corporate Ghana to patronize event

The CEO of Sapholda Ventures, Adolf Tetteh Adjei, has urged corporate Ghana to embrace the JoySports Invitational tournament and participate because of the enormous benefits. The 2025 edition, takes place on August 9, 2025 at the University of Ghana Stadium. The day will kick off with an early morning aerobics session, providing participants with the […]

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6 d. ago 70% of CEOs in Ghana confident of economic growth in 2025 – PwC report

The 28th Annual CEO Survey published by auditing and accounting firm, PwC has revealed that 70 percent of Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) in Ghana are confident of economic growth in 2025. The survey further showed that 48 percent of CEOs in Ghana are confident about their company’s revenue growth in 2025. According to the survey, […]

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6 d. ago Ghanaian CEOs maintain high optimism for GenAI despite mixed 2024 outcomes – PwC Report

Ghanaian CEOs continue to demonstrate strong optimism and appetite for Generative AI (GenAI) despite some mixed business outcomes in 2024, according to PwC’s 28th Annual CEO Survey: Ghana Report. The report, themed “Reinvention on the Edge of Tomorrow,” reveals that while GenAI may have slightly underdelivered on expectations regarding revenue growth and profitability, its transformative […]

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7 d. ago ‘Turn data skills into social impact’ – Telecel Ghana CEO urges younger generation

The CEO of Telecel Ghana has called on the nation’s expanding community of young data scientists to transform their technical knowledge into tangible solutions to tackle some of Ghana’s most pressing challenges.

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2 w. ago World Bank backs Ghana with $360m to strengthen macroeconomic stability

The World Bank has approved a $360 million financing package to support Ghana’s economic rebound, a move that signals renewed confidence in the country’s path to recovery and reform. The funding, under the Second Resilient Recovery Development Policy Operation (DPO), aims to restore macroeconomic stability, revive investor confidence, and reinforce structural reforms to future-proof the […]

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2 w. ago World Bank backs Ghana $360m to strengthen macroeconomic stability

The World Bank has approved a $360 million financing package to support Ghana’s economic rebound, a move that signals renewed confidence in the country’s path to recovery and reform.

Economics

2 w. ago GEA CEO Margaret Ansei declares MSMEs ‘heartbeat of Ghana’s economy’ at national event

Ghana has taken a bold step in positioning itself as a leader in Africa’s micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) space with its first-ever official celebration of International MSME Day, held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra on Friday, June 27, 2025.

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2 w. ago MTN marks World MSME Day 2025 with call for digital inclusion and sustainable growth

Micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) took the spotlight on Friday, June 27, as government, development partners and private sector leaders converged at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra to mark MTN World MSME Day 2025.

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2 w. ago There’s a lot to learn from the Russian Federation – John Aggrey

On the sidelines of SPIEF, the Chairman of the African Energy Chamber called on the Russian oil and gas sector to pay attention to the development of deposits on the continent. According to him, major players can play a key role in supporting Africa’s energy sector. In May, Ghanaian President John Mahama urged an increase in oil production “as if there were no tomorrow”.  African Initiative correspondent spoke on the margins of SPIEF 2025 with the CEO of the Ghana–Russia Centre for Commerce and Relations, John Aggrey, about the current areas of business co-operation.

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2 w. ago CIB Ghana pushes digital, ethical reform with Digital Academy, Branch CEO track, and revamped Bankers magazine

The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana (CIB Ghana) has unveiled a trio of ambitious initiatives designed to deepen professional standards, leadership capacity, and digital competence within the country’s banking sector. At a high-profile event in Accra, attended by Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), the Institute introduced its new Digital […]

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2 w. ago National Apprenticeship Program is Ghana’s greatest social intervention – NYA CEO

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has described the National Apprenticeship Program (NAP) as the greatest social intervention in Ghana’s history.

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2 w. ago Corruption costing Ghana over $1 billion annually — GLOMEF CEO calls for national uprising against graft

Mr. Raphael Godlove Ahenu, CEO of the Global Media Foundation (GLOMEF), has issued a clarion call for Ghanaians to rise with an “unyielding resolve” against the worsening plague of corruption, which he describes as “more destructive than COVID-19.” In a passionate statement on his Facebook wall ahead of a nationwide broadcast, the renowned anti-corruption campaigner, environmentalist, and gender advocate lamented that corruption continues to rob Ghana of vital development, costing the country nearly $1 billion annually.

Economics

3 w. ago Fitch Solutions revises Ghana’s growth rate upwards to 4.9% in 2025

Fitch Solutions has revised Ghana’s 2025 real economic growth forecast from 4.2% to 4.9%. This follows what it described as a stronger-than-anticipated quarter one 2025 results. Data released by the Ghana Statistical Service on June 6, 2025, showed that real GDP growth accelerated from 3.6% year-on-year in quarter 4, 2024, to 5.3% in quarter 1, […]

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3 w. ago DWP Powerlist 2025: CEO of Ghana’s Focus and Blur among Top 50 global wedding photographers

In a resounding testament to his bold legacy, the Chief Executive Officer of Focus and Blur- Ghana, Enoch Boateng, is the only Ghanaian listed among the Top 50 most sought-after Global Wedding Photographers in the recent Destination Wedding Planners (DWP) Insider Powerlist 2025. The DWP Insider brings on board the best in event planning and […]

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