16 h. ago Violence by Proxy in Annoh Dompreh’s Remarks and Hawa Koomson’s Actions

The fire that consumes your neighbour's house will eventually destroy your own. The violence and impunity that have surfaced in Ghana's key elections, by-elections, and reruns are a warning sign that the country's democracy is at a crossroads, and leaders and citizens must work together to create a more peaceful and just society. The violence against journalists during the Ablekuma North parliamentary election rerun in Ghana is a serious concern about the growing risks faced by journalists in their quest to inform the public.

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4 d. ago Trade Minister inaugurates GIPC, Exim Bank GSA boards to accelerate Ghana’s investment and national growth

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, inaugurated three key governing boards under her Ministry, the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), and the Ghana Export-Import Bank (Exim Bank), to strengthen Ghana’s investment, industrialization, and export agenda.

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6 d. ago Ghana’s electricity demand to rise to 4.7% in 2025 — Energy Outlook report

Ghana’s electricity consumption is on a steady rise, reflecting growing national energy needs driven by population growth, industrial activity, and expanding access to power. According to the Ghana Energy Outlook Report 2025, total electricity consumption as of November 2024 reached 22,410 GWh, marking a 4.6% increase over the same period in 2023. By the end […]

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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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7 d. ago We’re streamlining the galamsey fight, too many are running helter skelter – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has expressed deep concern over the growing disorder in Ghana’s fight against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, revealing that his office has had to urgently intervene to restore order among key stakeholders.

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7 d. ago Ghana’s tourism picks up in 2024, but cost still a big issue

Ghana’s tourism sector is gaining momentum. In 2024, the country welcomed over 1.28 million international tourists, marking a 12 percent increase from the previous year. The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) says this growth brought in about $4.8 billion in revenue, which is a clear sign that the sector is recovering steadily after the COVID-19 slowdown. […]

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7 d. ago Ghana Grows movie premiere ignites new thinking among youth in Ashaiman

The Ashaiman community came alive on Saturday, 5th July, as hundreds of young people gathered for the premiere of three youth-led short films under the Ghana Grows Program. The event, a partnership between the Mastercard Foundation and the Springboard Road Show Foundation, with creative direction from Meraki Arts Africa, utilised the power of storytelling to […]

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7 d. ago Agrimercarb’s insect protein innovation is helping safeguard aquaculture

As Ghana’s aquaculture sector expands to meet the growing demand for locally produced fish, so is the soaring cost of quality fish feed.

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1 week ago AI Collective launches first African Chapter in Ghana to advance inclusive AI development

The AI Collective has officially launched its first African chapter in Ghana, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s global expansion. The newly formed AI Collective Ghana Chapter aims to promote responsible and inclusive adoption of artificial intelligence for social impact, economic growth, and sustainable development across Ghana and the wider region.

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1 week ago Goosie Tanoh explains Volta River’s significance to government’s ‘Grow 24’ programme

The Volta River will play a critical role in Ghana’s Grow24 strategy under the broader 24-Hour Economy policy, according to Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy, Mr. Goosie Tanoh.

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1 week ago TCDA sets new minimum producer price for shea nuts to strengthen sector sustainability, export compliance

The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has officially announced the Minimum Producer Price (MPP) for raw shea nuts (kernels) for the 2025 crop season. This strategic directive, aimed at boosting economic returns and sustainability in Ghana’s fast-growing shea sector, pegs the price at GH¢9.01 per kilogram, equivalent to GH¢765.63 per 85kg bag, effective July 1, […]

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2 w. ago UTAG condemns abuse of honorary degrees and fake academic titles; charges GTEC to take action

The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has issued a strong statement condemning the growing trend of individuals acquiring and parading honorary doctorate degrees and fraudulent academic qualifications from unaccredited or questionable institutions.

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2 w. ago Smuggled gains, national losses: Rethinking trade leaks in Ghana

Ghana stands at a critical juncture in its pursuit of economic growth through trade. As one of the world's largest producers of cocoa, the country should be reaping immense benefits from its agricultural exports.

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2 w. ago Can Ghana consolidate gains of economic stability and growth experienced under Dr. Asiamah?

Since being sworn in on February 25, 2025, as the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiamah has embarked on an ambitious and strategic overhaul of Ghana’s financial landscape. The policies implemented under his leadership have brought about a significant shift towards stability, transparency, and innovation in the monetary and banking sectors. […]

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2 w. ago Republic Bank Ghana to double GH₵3bn loan advances with ‘Republic Verse’ initiative

The Managing Director of Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC Dr. Benjamin Dzoboku has disclosed that the bank has grown many small businesses from the informal sector to large scale businesses. He stated that one of the bank’s core mandate is to support and keep small businesses and nurture them into giant companies through innovative ideas. Mr. […]

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2 w. ago ‘We were made to believe you can’t become a pro footballer in Northern Ghana’ – Fuseini

Ghanaian midfielder Abdul Rashid Fuseini has shed light on the stereotypes that continue to hamper the development of footballers in Northern Ghana. The Slovenia-based player revealed that growing up in Tamale came with a deep-seated belief that becoming a professional footballer was impossible unless one moved to the south. According to Fuseini, the environment fostered […]

Sport

3 w. ago Scars of Hooliganism: Former Nsoatreman FC boss urges venue reform to tackle hooliganism

Former General Manager of Nsoatreman FC, Eric Alagidede, has called on football authorities to take urgent steps to address the growing problem of hooliganism in the Ghana Premier League by re-evaluating match venues and strengthening security.

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3 w. ago Banks must build trust to thrive in digital age – Absa Compliance Director

The rapid growth of digital finance in Ghana demands closer collaboration among banks, regulators, and customers to build trust and navigate risks, Mrs. Judith Haizel, Compliance Director at Absa Ghana LTD has said

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3 w. ago 18,000 babies are born annually with sickle cell disease in Ghana – Dr Kwarley Asare

Ghana is grappling with a growing public health burden as nearly 18,000 babies are born with sickle cell disease (SCD) each year—representing 2% of all births—making it one of the leading inherited disorders in the country. Speaking at this year’s World Sickle Cell Day celebration at the Ghana Institute of Clinical Genetics (GICG), Dr Eugenia […]

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3 w. ago Ghana showcases clean energy progress with a visit to an innovative e

Sustainable Energy for All and the United Nations in Ghana, in partnership with the Ghana Investment Promotion Center, have visited Wahu Mobility, the first e-bike manufacturer in the country. It highlights Ghana’s growing commitment to clean transportation and innovation in line with its net zero ambitions. The visit brought together government officials, UN representatives, development […]

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