20 h. ago Ghana Slashes Courier Licensing Fees, Extends Compliance Deadline

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-courier-licensing-fees-extends-compliance-deadline/Ghana’s Communications Minister Sam George has announced significant reductions in courier rider licensing fees and extended the enforcement deadline to April 2026, following public outcry over a controversial crackdown on unlicensed delivery operators. The fee reductions, announced Thursday during a meeting with rider associations and the Ghana Postal and Courier Services Regulatory Commission, slash registration […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-courier-licensing-fees-extends-compliance-deadline/

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21 h. ago Egypt Slashes Rates Amid Growth Surge as North Africa Attracts Major Investments

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/egypt-slashes-rates-amid-growth-surge-as-north-africa-attracts-major-investments/Egypt’s central bank delivered its most aggressive monetary policy move of 2025, cutting interest rates by 200 basis points as economic growth exceeded expectations and regional neighbors secured major international investments. The Central Bank of Egypt reduced its overnight deposit rate to 22% and lending rate to 23% on August 28, marking the third rate […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/egypt-slashes-rates-amid-growth-surge-as-north-africa-attracts-major-investments/

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68 h. ago Ghana Slashes Black Stars Budget by US$732,750 for World Cup Qualifiers

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-black-stars-budget-by-us732750-for-world-cup-qualifiers/The government has achieved dramatic cost savings on Ghana’s upcoming World Cup qualifier matches, cutting nearly $733,000 from the Black Stars’ original budget while maintaining essential support for the national team. Sports Minister Kofi Adams announced Tuesday that the final approved budget for Ghana’s fixtures against Chad and Mali totals $1,320,490, down from the Ghana […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-black-stars-budget-by-us732750-for-world-cup-qualifiers/

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1 week ago Ghana slashes mining leases to 15 years in major sector overhaul

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-mining-leases-to-15-years-in-major-sector-overhaul/Ghana will cap mining leases at 15 years maximum as part of sweeping reforms designed to boost local control over the country’s mineral wealth, the Minerals Commission announced Tuesday. The dramatic reduction from the current 30-year standard reflects government efforts to strengthen domestic ownership in an industry that has operated under largely unchanged rules for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-slashes-mining-leases-to-15-years-in-major-sector-overhaul/

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2 w. ago Bank of Ghana Sets 2026 Deadline for Banks to Slash Bad Loans

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-sets-2026-deadline-for-banks-to-slash-bad-loans/Ghana’s central bank has ordered all regulated financial institutions to cut their non-performing loan (NPL) ratios to 10% or lower by December 2026—or face strict enforcement measures. Microfinance institutions must meet an even tougher 5% threshold under existing rules. The directive, issued by Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson-Asiama, targets a critical threat to the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/bank-of-ghana-sets-2026-deadline-for-banks-to-slash-bad-loans/

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3 w. ago Ghana’s US$2 Billion Palm Oil Shift Hinges on Smart Growth, Warns Industry Leader

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-us2-billion-palm-oil-shift-hinges-on-smart-growth-warns-industry-leader/Ghana’s ambitious plan to slash its $2 billion annual palm oil import bill faces significant hurdles without deeper research, targeted innovation, and a clear market strategy, according to the head of the country’s agribusiness chamber. Anthony Morrison, CEO of the Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana, supports the government’s goal but cautions that merely expanding farmland won’t […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-us2-billion-palm-oil-shift-hinges-on-smart-growth-warns-industry-leader/

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3 w. ago Ghana’s Top Fisherman Warns of Collapsing Stocks, Demands Action

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-top-fisherman-warns-of-collapsing-stocks-demands-action/Samuel Tetteh, Ghana’s 2023 Metro Best Fisherman, has issued a stark warning that pollution and toxic fishing practices are pushing the nation’s fisheries toward collapse. Speaking on Connect FM’s Orokodo News, he accused irresponsible fishers of using dynamite, DDT, and carbide—substances poisoning marine life and slashing annual catches far below Ghana’s 400-metric-ton potential. “Human waste […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-top-fisherman-warns-of-collapsing-stocks-demands-action/

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4 w. ago Federated Commodities Profit Soars 720% on Cocoa Price Surge

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/federated-commodities-profit-soars-720-on-cocoa-price-surge/Ghanaian agribusiness Federated Commodities PLC reported a sevenfold increase in net profit for the first nine months of 2025, driven by soaring cocoa prices and strategic debt reduction. Unaudited financials show net earnings jumped to GH¢47.1 million from GH¢5.7 million year-on-year, as turnover tripled to GH¢3.35 billion despite rising operational costs. The company slashed its […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/federated-commodities-profit-soars-720-on-cocoa-price-surge/

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last month Ghana Central Bank Slashes Policy Rate in Surprise Move Amid Economic Shifts

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-central-bank-slashes-policy-rate-in-surprise-move-amid-economic-shifts/The Bank of Ghana has cut its benchmark Monetary Policy Rate by 300 basis points to 25%, defying market expectations in a decisive shift toward stimulating growth. Five of six Monetary Policy Committee members backed the aggressive reduction, citing plunging inflation (13.7% in June from 23.8% in December 2024), a 40.7% year-to-date cedi surge, and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-central-bank-slashes-policy-rate-in-surprise-move-amid-economic-shifts/

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last month Ghana Business Confidence Soars Despite Output Dip as Cedi Strengthens

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-business-confidence-soars-despite-output-dip-as-cedi-strengthens/Ghana’s private sector slashed selling prices at the second-fastest pace on record in July, capitalizing on a historic drop in purchase costs driven by the cedi’s sharp appreciation. The S&P Global Ghana Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) edged down to 50.2 from June’s 51.3, signaling near-stagnation and the weakest improvement in six months. Paradoxically, business optimism […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-business-confidence-soars-despite-output-dip-as-cedi-strengthens/

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last month Ghana Central Bank Slashes Policy Rate to 25% in Major Easing Move

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-central-bank-slashes-policy-rate-to-25-in-major-easing-move/Ghana’s Monetary Policy Committee has cut its benchmark interest rate by 300 basis points to 25%, delivering its most aggressive reduction since 2025’s disinflation trend began. The decision, reached by majority vote during July 28-30 meetings, signals the Bank of Ghana’s intensified focus on stimulating economic growth while maintaining price stability. This marks the ninth […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-central-bank-slashes-policy-rate-to-25-in-major-easing-move/

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