38 h. ago Small Businesses Struggle Under High Microfinance Interest Rates

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/small-businesses-struggle-under-high-microfinance-interest-rates/Small business owners across Ghana are facing mounting debt pressures as high interest rates from microfinance institutions and digital lending platforms threaten livelihoods, with many traders finding themselves trapped in cycles of borrowing to repay existing loans. The situation has prompted renewed calls for regulatory intervention and establishment of a promised Women’s Bank to ease […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/small-businesses-struggle-under-high-microfinance-interest-rates/

Economics

38 h. ago Business Leaders Demand Regulatory Reform to Unlock Ghana’s Private Sector Potential

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-leaders-demand-regulatory-reform-to-unlock-ghanas-private-sector-potential/Ghana’s economic future depends on transforming public sector agencies from regulatory obstacles into development partners, business leaders and policy experts have warned following research showing compliance costs consume up to 40 percent of enterprise revenue. Seth Adjei Baah, former president of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Peter Bismark Kwofie, executive director […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-leaders-demand-regulatory-reform-to-unlock-ghanas-private-sector-potential/

Politics

63 h. ago HORDS Limited Schedules Eighth Annual General Meeting for December

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/hords-limited-schedules-eighth-annual-general-meeting-for-december/HORDS Limited has announced its eighth Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on Monday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00 in the morning at Coconut Grove Regency Hotel in North Ridge, Accra. The agro processing company, which is listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange, will conduct several key items of business during the meeting. Shareholders […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/hords-limited-schedules-eighth-annual-general-meeting-for-december/

Politics

3 d. ago Ghana Private Sector Holds Steady as PMI Shows Stable Business Conditions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-private-sector-holds-steady-as-pmi-shows-stable-business-conditions/Companies in Ghana recorded broadly stable business conditions in the penultimate month of 2025, with new orders, employment and purchasing continuing to rise but output remaining broadly unchanged. There remained a lack of inflationary pressure across the private sector, with overall input costs falling for the first time in three months and companies continuing to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-private-sector-holds-steady-as-pmi-shows-stable-business-conditions/

Politics

3 d. ago Tech Sector Could Unlock US$800 Billion Through Nature Positive Practices

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tech-sector-could-unlock-us800-billion-through-nature-positive-practices/The technology sector could unlock $800 billion in value across its value chain by 2030 if it puts nature at the heart of its operations and supply chains, according to a new World Economic Forum (WEF) report launched Wednesday. This represents part of the $10.1 trillion in business opportunity that could be unlocked if nature […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tech-sector-could-unlock-us800-billion-through-nature-positive-practices/

Economics

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 […]

Economics

4 d. ago Political system deemed to be stabilising – 2025 UKGCC Survey

Business executives surveyed by the 2025 United Kingdom Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) Business Environment Competitiveness Survey (BECS) have expressed growing confidence in the country’s political system, citing improvements in both its effectiveness and stability. This positive sentiment is attributed to peaceful democratic processes, enhanced transparency, andthe strengthening of key institutions. The report stated that […]

Politics

4 d. ago Accra City Hotel’s 1988 Milestone Gains New Relevance as Ghana Pursues MICE Leadership

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-city-hotels-1988-milestone-gains-new-relevance-as-ghana-pursues-mice-leadership/Accra City Hotel’s achievement as Ghana’s first internationally branded hotel in 1988 has taken on fresh significance as the nation positions itself to capture a larger share of Africa’s rapidly expanding Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) market. The hotel’s pioneering status coincided with Ghana opening its doors to international business standards during a period […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-city-hotels-1988-milestone-gains-new-relevance-as-ghana-pursues-mice-leadership/

Politics

4 d. ago Accra City Hotel Milestone Gains New Relevance as Ghana Pursues MICE Leadership

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-city-hotel-milestone-gains-new-relevance-as-ghana-pursues-mice-leadership/Accra City Hotel’s achievement as Ghana’s first internationally branded hotel in 1988 has taken on fresh significance as the nation positions itself to capture a larger share of Africa’s rapidly expanding Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) market. The hotel’s pioneering status coincided with Ghana opening its doors to international business standards during a period […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-city-hotel-milestone-gains-new-relevance-as-ghana-pursues-mice-leadership/

Politics

4 d. ago Business Confidence Rises as Ghana Environment Improves, UKGCC Survey Shows

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-confidence-rises-as-ghana-environment-improves-ukgcc-survey-shows/Business sentiment toward Ghana’s economic environment has improved significantly, with fewer companies viewing the country as lagging behind regional competitors compared to last year, according to a comprehensive survey released this week. The proportion of companies who perceive Ghana’s business environment as trailing behind regional competitors fell from 69% last year to 58%, signaling growing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-confidence-rises-as-ghana-environment-improves-ukgcc-survey-shows/

Politics

4 d. ago Businesses view Ghana’s tax landscape as more favorable in 2025 – UKGCC 2025 Survey

The survey also identified that businesses’ perceptions about quality control progressively improved in the last three years.

Economics

5 d. ago Business Executive Commends Duke of Edinburgh Sports Stadium Visit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-executive-commends-duke-of-edinburgh-sports-stadium-visit/Rajan Singh, Sales and Marketing Manager of Cave and Gardens Limited, has praised Prince Edward’s November 25 appearance at the United Kingdom Ghana Sports Day held at Accra Sports Stadium, describing the royal engagement as inspirational for youth participants. Singh highlighted the educational value of the programme and the Duke of Edinburgh’s direct interactions with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-executive-commends-duke-of-edinburgh-sports-stadium-visit/

Sport

5 d. ago emPLE Ghana Begins Operations Following Successful Transition

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, VEK, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/emple-ghana-begins-operations-following-successful-transition/emPLE Group Limited (“emPLE Group”), a subsidiary of EverCorp Industries Limited, today announced the official launch of emPLE Ghana, following the group’s successful acquisition of the former Metropolitan Ghana businesses, in September 2025, which marks the groups formal entry into the Ghanaian Insurance Market. With this development, Metropolitan Life Insurance Ghana LTD, Metropolitan Health Insurance […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, VEK, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/emple-ghana-begins-operations-following-successful-transition/

Politics

5 d. ago Access to infrastructure among 3 most improved business components in 2025; political system is effective – UKGCC Survey

Availability, quality of and access to infrastructure; cost of telecommunication facilities, and management skills stood out as the top three most improved business components this year. This was captured in the 2025 Business Environment and Competitiveness Survey Report by the United Kingdom Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) Also, the effectiveness of the political system joined […]

Politics

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 […]

Economics

5 d. ago Banks Cannot Ignore Ghana Reference Rate Says Finance Expert

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banks-cannot-ignore-ghana-reference-rate-says-finance-expert/Competition will force Ghanaian banks to reduce lending rates as the Ghana Reference Rate continues falling, according to a senior finance lecturer who says lenders attempting to maintain high charges will price themselves out of the market. Dr. Benjamin Amoah, a senior lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School, told JoyNews that banks operating […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banks-cannot-ignore-ghana-reference-rate-says-finance-expert/

Politics

6 d. ago Advans Ghana Launches Overdraft Facility for Small Businesses

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/advans-ghana-launches-overdraft-facility-for-small-businesses/Advans Ghana Savings and Loans has officially launched a new overdraft facility designed to provide micro, small and medium sized enterprises (MSMEs) with rapid access to short term working capital. The facility, unveiled at a ceremony at Fiesta Royale Hotel in Accra on November 19, addresses the longstanding challenge of timely liquidity faced by thousands […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/advans-ghana-launches-overdraft-facility-for-small-businesses/

Politics

6 d. ago Fidelity Bank Partners Akuna Pod to Equip Creators with Business Skills

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fidelity-bank-partners-akuna-pod-to-equip-creators-with-business-skills/Fidelity Bank Ghana has partnered with Akuna Pod to host a Creators’ Economy Masterclass aimed at equipping emerging creatives with financial management, legal protection, and business sustainability skills under the theme “Turning Creativity into Currency.” The session brought together emerging creatives and entrepreneurs at the Akuna Group headquarters in Labone for practical learning focused on […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fidelity-bank-partners-akuna-pod-to-equip-creators-with-business-skills/

Events

6 d. ago Cost of land tops list as most declined business component in Ghana – UKGCC Survey

The 2025 UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) Business Environment and Competitiveness Survey (BECS) offers a snapshot of Ghana’s business landscape, capturing the experiences and outlooks of companies across diverse sectors. Despite persistent hurdles such as the high cost of machinery, land, and technology, this year’s findings reveal a growing sense of optimism among respondents—especially about future growth opportunities, market expansion, and overall sentiment toward the business environment.

Economics

6 d. ago How the INSPIRE Business Seminar is shaping Ghana’s entrepreneurship ecosystem

The INSPIRE Business Seminar is intended to be more than just a conference; it is an ecosystem-building platform.

Politics