7 h. ago My vision is to build an agile central bank ready for emerging risks; tackling dollarisation is also a major priority – Asiama

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has pledged to build an agile central bank ready for emerging risks.  According to him, financial technology and crypto pose real challenges and therefore his outfit is updating legislation, creating capacity, and strengthening its balance sheet to withstand shocks. Speaking in an interview with the Director of the […]

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5 d. ago Honour loan repayment plans to enhance confidence in financial sector – BoG to businesses

The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Matilda Asante Asiedu, is urging businesses and individuals to honour their loan repayment obligations and use credit strictly for its intended purpose. Speaking at a sensitization programme organised for members of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) on the Borrowers and Lenders […]

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6 d. ago BoG Governor cautions banks on elevated credit risks despite stronger sector performance

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has reassured that deposit money banks in the country remain sound, profitable, and well capitalised, while cautioning that credit risks in the sector continue to be elevated.

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6 d. ago Banking Fraud Losses Hit 99 Million Cedis Amid Ethics Crisis

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-fraud-losses-hit-99-million-cedis-amid-ethics-crisis/Ghana’s banking sector recorded fraud losses totaling 99 million Ghana cedis in 2024, representing a 13 percent increase from the previous year, as staff involvement in fraudulent activities surged by 33 percent, according to the Bank of Ghana (BoG). Second Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu disclosed these alarming figures at a customer reporting officer stakeholder engagement […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banking-fraud-losses-hit-99-million-cedis-amid-ethics-crisis/

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6 d. ago FirstBank Pledges Deeper Investment in Ghana Financial Ecosystem

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/firstbank-pledges-deeper-investment-in-ghana-financial-ecosystem/The Group Chief Executive Officer of FirstBank, Olusegun Alebiosu, paid a courtesy call on Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, reaffirming the institution’s commitment to deepening investment in Ghana’s financial ecosystem, strengthening inclusion, and supporting the country’s broader economic transformation agenda. The strategic meeting held at the Bank of Ghana was attended by […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/firstbank-pledges-deeper-investment-in-ghana-financial-ecosystem/

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6 d. ago Volta Region key to Ghana’s economic future – BoG Deputy Governor

The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Zakari Mumuni, has reaffirmed the Central Bank’s commitment to grounding monetary policy in the lived experiences of Ghanaians.

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9 d. ago Economic future of Ghana anchors in Volta – BoG deepens community

The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Zakari Mumuni, has declared that Ghana’s economic transformation will hinge significantly on the dynamism of the Volta Region, describing it as one of the country’s most underestimated engines of growth.

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1 week ago Banks Must Shift to Aggressive Lending as Treasury Returns Fall

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banks-must-shift-to-aggressive-lending-as-treasury-returns-fall/Commercial banks will have no choice but to pursue aggressive lending as returns on Treasury Bills and other government securities continue declining, Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor Johnson Asiama has declared, signaling a fundamental shift in how financial institutions must generate profits. Speaking during the 127th Monetary Policy Committee meeting, Dr. Asiama emphasized that falling […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banks-must-shift-to-aggressive-lending-as-treasury-returns-fall/

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1 week ago Interest Rates Plummet as Credit Growth Returns to Positive Territory

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/interest-rates-plummet-as-credit-growth-returns-to-positive-territory/Interest rates across Ghana’s financial system have declined dramatically over the past year, easing pressure on businesses and triggering recovery in private sector lending after months of contraction, according to Bank of Ghana’s latest assessment. Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama told the 127th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) briefing that the significant drop in market rates […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/interest-rates-plummet-as-credit-growth-returns-to-positive-territory/

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1 week ago Ghana Remittances Rebound Strongly After Temporary Decline in 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-remittances-rebound-strongly-after-temporary-decline-in-2025/Ghana’s remittance inflows have rebounded strongly following an earlier warning by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) governor that transfers had declined by nearly half, according to the central bank’s November 2025 Summary of Economic and Financial Data. In August 2025, at the launch of the Bank of Ghana Chair in Finance and Economics at the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-remittances-rebound-strongly-after-temporary-decline-in-2025/

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1 week ago Bank of Ghana Urges Rural Banks to Center Women in Growth Strategies

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-urges-rural-banks-to-center-women-in-growth-strategies/The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Mrs. Matilda Asante Asiedu, has called on Rural and Community Banks (RCBs) to place women at the center of their strategies, stressing that empowering women is not only fair but also smart business that strengthens entire communities. The call came during the 2nd ARB Women’s Conference […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-urges-rural-banks-to-center-women-in-growth-strategies/

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1 week ago Let’s move beyond at least one woman on boards – Second Deputy BoG Governor tells RCBs

Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Matilda Asante-Asiedu, is urging Rural and Community Banks (RCBs) in the country to move beyond the regulatory requirement of appointing at least one woman to their boards.

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1 week ago BoG reserves hit $11.41bn as import cover nears five months — Dr. Asiama

Ghana’s external buffers have received a significant boost, with gross international reserves rising to over US$11.41 billion, the Bank of Ghana has announced. The Governor of the Central Bank, Dr. Johnson Asiama, revealed the latest figures at the opening of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, describing the development as a strong sign of improving […]

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1 week ago 2026 Budget places growth, jobs and fiscal discipline at centre of Ghana’s economic transformation – Dr. Asiama

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama, has stated that the 2026 Budget marks a new phase in Ghana’s economic transformation, with a strong emphasis on fiscal discipline, growth, and job creation. Speaking at the opening of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, Dr. Asiama noted that the budget outlines a clear […]

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1 week ago BoG warns of fragile global environment ahead of MPC deliberations

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has cautioned that the international economic landscape remains unstable, urging Ghana and other emerging markets to stay vigilant. Speaking at the opening of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, Dr Asiama highlighted the growing uncertainties shaping the world economy. “Global environment remains fragile and we […]

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1 week ago Digital payments have become central pillar of Ghana’s financial ecosystem – First Deputy Governor

First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Zakari Mumuni, says digital payments have now become the central pillar of Ghana’s financial ecosystem.

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1 week ago GTEC flags questionable academic titles; urges Finance Minister and BoG Governor to suspend bank director pending NIB probe

The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has asked the Minister of Finance and the Governor of the Bank of Ghana to immediately suspend Alfred Attuquaye Botchway as a board member of a state-owned commercial bank, following concerns over his use of unearned academic titles. This comes as GTEC formally refers to Mr Botchway’s academic credentials, […]

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2 w. ago Ghana’s Digital Payment Transformation Driven by Interoperability Initiatives

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-digital-payment-transformation-driven-by-interoperability-initiatives/First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Zakari Mumuni, has highlighted the remarkable transformation of Ghana’s payment ecosystem, noting that the country has expanded digital payment channels, deepened interoperability across platforms, and strengthened regulatory frameworks over the past five years. Speaking at a stakeholder workshop on the draft National Payment Systems Strategy […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-digital-payment-transformation-driven-by-interoperability-initiatives/

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2 w. ago Bank of Ghana Governor Takes Currency Care Campaign to Makola Traders

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-governor-takes-currency-care-campaign-to-makola-traders/Makola Market transformed into an open classroom on Friday when Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama and Deputy Governor Dr. Zakari Mumuni left their offices to educate traders on proper currency handling. The visit formed part of the Cedi@60 celebration marking six decades of Ghana’s national currency. The November 21, 2025 outreach brought […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-governor-takes-currency-care-campaign-to-makola-traders/

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2 w. ago Governor Asiama Calls for National Effort to Protect Cedi Stability

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/governor-asiama-calls-for-national-effort-to-protect-cedi-stability/Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor Dr Johnson Asiama has urged all Ghanaians to view currency protection as a shared responsibility, warning that holding dollars in anticipation of renewed depreciation may prove unwise under current market conditions. Addressing attendees at the Cedi@60 International Currency Conference in Accra on Tuesday, Dr Asiama emphasized that protecting the cedi […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/governor-asiama-calls-for-national-effort-to-protect-cedi-stability/

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