42 h. ago Obuasi Trade Show Returns December 17 with Expanded Economic Impact Goals

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/obuasi-trade-show-returns-december-17-with-expanded-economic-impact-goals/The sixth edition of the Obuasi Trade Show will run from December 17 to 20 at Black Park near Len Clay Sports Stadium, featuring the most ambitious programme since the exhibition began in 2019 with expanded activities aimed at strengthening local businesses and boosting the municipality’s economy. Board Chairman of the Obuasi Trade Show Consortium, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/obuasi-trade-show-returns-december-17-with-expanded-economic-impact-goals/

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4 d. ago BII provides $20m boost to First National Bank to strengthen MSME financing in Ghana

British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution, has extended a US$20 million loan facility to First National Bank Ghana (FNBG) to expand financing opportunities for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. The signed agreement is expected to deepen support for businesses that form the backbone of Ghana’s economy. MSMEs account […]

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5 d. ago Ghana Chamber of Mines condemns threats against AngloGold Ashanti, urges respect for rule of law

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has expressed deep concern over a one-week ultimatum issued by the Artisanal Small-Scale Miners Association (ASSMA) in Obuasi to the government and AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited (AGAG), describing the threats as a risk to peace and stability in the mining sector.

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9 d. ago M&C Group Chairman calls for stronger support for local entrepreneurs at 2025 Africa Globalised Investment Summit

At the 2025 Africa Globalized Investment Summit held at the Africa Trade House in Accra, Michael Leslie Bartlett-Vanderpuye, Chairman of M&C Group, delivered a compelling speech calling for a renewed commitment to entrepreneurship, local industry support, and fairer economic structures for Ghanaian businesses.

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9 d. ago Charity pledges US$51.6 million to boost Ghana’s universal WASH access

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Xinhua, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/charity-pledges-us51-6-million-to-boost-ghanas-universal-wash-access/World Vision Ghana, the local branch of global charity World Vision International, has launched a 51.6-million-U.S.-dollar business plan for 2026-2030 to support Ghana’s water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) service delivery. The Mapping the Blue Thread financing program seeks to support the West African country to achieve universal WASH coverage across 23 districts, with access for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Xinhua, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/charity-pledges-us51-6-million-to-boost-ghanas-universal-wash-access/

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9 d. ago AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi launches first community scholarship for KNUST students

AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine has awarded full scholarships to 20 students of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) Obuasi Campus, as part of its newly launched AGA Obuasi Community Scholarship. Speaking at the launch in Obuasi, the mine’s Managing Director, Ing. Samuel Boakye Pobee, said the initiative forms a critical part of the company’s 10-year Socio-Economic Development Plan.

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1 week ago 20 KNUST students receive scholarships as AGA Obuasi Mine launches new community scholarship scheme

AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine has launched the first edition of the AGA Obuasi Community Scholarship, awarding full support packages to 20 students of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Obuasi Campus.

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1 week ago GRIDCo recognises AngloGold Ashanti for outstanding safety collaboration at 2025 Safety Durbar

GRIDCo has recognised AngloGold Ashanti (Obuasi and Tarkwa Mines) and one of its engineers, Kisman Eghan, for their outstanding collaboration with the company over the years in delivering a reliable power supply for the mining sector.

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2 w. ago Study Urges Direct Support for Business Registration Over Fee Waivers

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/study-urges-direct-support-for-business-registration-over-fee-waivers/Hands on assistance helping business owners navigate bureaucratic procedures proves far more effective than financial incentives in encouraging formal registration, according to new research examining barriers facing Ghana’s small enterprises. The study, conducted by the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS) and the International Growth Centre (IGC) in collaboration with the Office of the Registrar […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/study-urges-direct-support-for-business-registration-over-fee-waivers/

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2 w. ago AngloGold Ashanti supports young business startups to grow Obuasi economy

AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine, through its business innovation challenge, has awarded financial support to businesses and startups to expand operations.

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3 w. ago South African Investment Firm Reduces AngloGold Ashanti Holdings

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-investment-firm-reduces-anglogold-ashanti-holdings/South Africa’s Public Investment Corporation SOC Limited (PIC) has reduced its stake in AngloGold Ashanti plc to 15.671 percent from 16.355 percent, according to a major holdings notification filed with the United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority on November 11. The state owned asset manager now holds 79,121,396 voting rights in the global gold producer after […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/south-african-investment-firm-reduces-anglogold-ashanti-holdings/

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3 w. ago Sinapi aba hosts stakeholder forum to address SME challenges and boost business growth

Sinapi Aba has reiterated its commitment to fostering stronger relationships and driving business growth following its high-level stakeholder engagement forum with a cross-section of its small and medium enterprise (SME) clients. The event provided a unique platform for Sinapi Aba to gain a deeper understanding of the needs and challenges of the clients, and to proffer solutions and tailored support to help the businesses attain sustainable and profitable growth.

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3 w. ago KPMG wants government to use 2026 Budget to move economy into transformation

“Generally, businesses are optimistic about the economy and willing to support the growth initiative but a majority of them also think that the stability must be maintained. There is a need for transformation because inflation is down, but the cost of credit is still high, and access to capital is still a challenge in the economy."

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