47 h. ago From the Continent, For the Continent: Building Homegrown Instant Payment Systems to Drive Financial Inclusion in Africa

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/from-the-continent-for-the-continent-building-homegrown-instant-payment-systems-to-drive-financial-inclusion-in-africa/Africa is undergoing a digital transformation, marked by rising mobile phone adoption even in remote regions, rapid fintech innovation, and the steady growth of digital public infrastructure such as interoperable payment systems and digital ID frameworks. These trends are laying a critical foundation for inclusive economic growth. Yet, a staggering 400 million Africans remain financially […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Desk, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/from-the-continent-for-the-continent-building-homegrown-instant-payment-systems-to-drive-financial-inclusion-in-africa/

Economics

3 d. ago Fruit Price Surge Challenges Ghana’s Declining Inflation Trend

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fruit-price-surge-challenges-ghanas-declining-inflation-trend/Ghana’s fruit prices soared to extreme levels in August, with coconut leading at 130.9% year-on-year inflation, even as overall consumer price growth continued its eighth consecutive monthly decline to 11.5%. Ghana’s overall inflation rate fell to 11.5% in August from 12.1% in July, marking the lowest level since October 2021. However, fresh produce dominated the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fruit-price-surge-challenges-ghanas-declining-inflation-trend/

Economics

3 d. 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/

Politics

4 d. ago Mahama to New Envoys: Carry Ghana’s story to the world as a land of opportunity

President John Dramani Mahama has charged newly appointed envoys with the task of projecting a renewed image of the country one that goes beyond political stability to highlight Ghana’s readiness for business, innovation, and inclusive growth.

Politics

4 d. ago Ghana Calls for United Front Against Persistent Youth Unemployment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-calls-for-united-front-against-persistent-youth-unemployment/Ghana’s unemployment crisis demands coordinated intervention across government, private sector and development agencies, according to new labour statistics revealing persistent challenges despite economic growth. The Ghana Statistical Service released quarterly data showing national unemployment declined from 14.9 percent in early 2023 to 13.1 percent by end-2024, yet structural problems remain deeply entrenched. Youth unemployment continues […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-calls-for-united-front-against-persistent-youth-unemployment/

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4 d. ago Atlantic Lithium Secures £28m Funding for Ghana Mining Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/atlantic-lithium-secures-28m-funding-for-ghana-mining-project/Atlantic Lithium has secured binding financing agreements worth up to £28 million to advance its flagship Ewoyaa Lithium Project, positioning itself to become Ghana’s first lithium-producing mine. The Africa-focused mining company announced Tuesday that it has entered into agreements with Long State Investments, a global investment firm specializing in growth-oriented companies. The funding package includes […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/atlantic-lithium-secures-28m-funding-for-ghana-mining-project/

Politics

5 d. ago West African Economies Face Mixed Fortunes Amid Recovery Struggles

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-african-economies-face-mixed-fortunes-amid-recovery-struggles/Afreximbank highlights uneven growth as Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal confront sector challenges West African economies are experiencing divergent pressures despite some sectoral improvements, according to the African Export-Import Bank, which warned of widening economic strains across member states. Ghana confronts mounting unrest as over 300,000 cocoa farmers protest government pricing policies. Authorities announced only a 4% […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-african-economies-face-mixed-fortunes-amid-recovery-struggles/

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5 d. ago Typhoid Outbreak Threatens Economic Growth in Ghana’s Oti Region

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/typhoid-outbreak-threatens-economic-growth-in-ghanas-oti-region/A widespread typhoid outbreak affecting more than 22,000 people in Ghana’s Oti Region is raising concerns about potential economic disruption as the disease spreads through communities dependent on agriculture and trade. The regional capital Dambai has recorded over 12,500 confirmed cases in 2025, according to health officials, with poor sanitation infrastructure and contaminated water supplies […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/typhoid-outbreak-threatens-economic-growth-in-ghanas-oti-region/

Events

5 d. ago Ghana’s Vehicle Authority Sets Ambitious Revenue Growth Target

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-vehicle-authority-sets-ambitious-revenue-growth-target/Ghana’s Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has been directed to achieve a 60 percent revenue increase by mid-2026, with targets rising from a projected 649 million cedis this year to at least 1.038 billion cedis. Board Chairman George Spencer Quaye announced the ambitious target during the conclusion of DVLA’s 2025 Mid-Year Review Conference in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-vehicle-authority-sets-ambitious-revenue-growth-target/

Events

6 d. ago Tamale Hosts Global Shea Industry as Ghana Eyes Value Chain Transformation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tamale-hosts-global-shea-industry-as-ghana-eyes-value-chain-transformation/Ghana’s northern capital is buzzing with international attention as the World Shea Expo 2025 opens today at the Modern City Hotel in Tamale. The three-day event marks a pivotal moment for Ghana’s ambitions to transform shea from a rural survival crop into a cornerstone of national economic growth. President John Mahama will officially launch the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/tamale-hosts-global-shea-industry-as-ghana-eyes-value-chain-transformation/

Politics

6 d. ago Africa’s Economic Growth Faces Headwinds Despite Inflation Cooling

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africas-economic-growth-faces-headwinds-despite-inflation-cooling/Africa’s economic recovery is hitting speed bumps as trade challenges and commodity volatility dampen growth prospects, according to the latest assessment from the African Export-Import Bank. The bank’s August 2025 macroeconomic report reveals a more cautious outlook for the continent. GDP growth expectations have been scaled back to 3.9% for 2025, down from the previously […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africas-economic-growth-faces-headwinds-despite-inflation-cooling/

Economics

7 d. ago Ghana’s State Enterprises Record Strong Revenue Growth Amid Deepening Losses

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-state-enterprises-record-strong-revenue-growth-amid-deepening-losses/Ghana’s state-owned enterprises delivered robust revenue growth in 2024 but recorded significantly wider net losses, highlighting persistent efficiency challenges despite operational improvements across key sectors. The State Interests and Governance Authority released its 2024 State Ownership Report showing state enterprise revenues jumped 28.3% to GH¢133.68 billion. Energy and financial services sectors drove much of this […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-state-enterprises-record-strong-revenue-growth-amid-deepening-losses/

Politics

7 d. ago Ghana Baptist Convention lifts restrictions on women in ministry, charts new growth vision

The Ghana Baptist Convention (GBC) has resolved to fully embrace the ministry potential of women by annulling its 1998 resolution that placed restrictions on women’s involvement in pastoral and leadership roles. This landmark decision was made at the 62nd Annual Session of the Convention, held from 26th to 30th August 2025 at the Baptist Women’s Retreat Centre in Ejura.

Politics

7 d. ago Ghana’s Oil Industry Chief Sees Growth Window Opening Under New Government

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-oil-industry-chief-sees-growth-window-opening-under-new-government/Ghana’s upstream petroleum sector is experiencing renewed optimism as the new administration signals the country is ready to welcome fresh investment, according to David Ampofo, CEO of the Ghana Upstream Petroleum Chamber. Speaking about the industry’s prospects, Ampofo emphasized that both existing and new investors are counting on the government to maintain momentum and deliver […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-oil-industry-chief-sees-growth-window-opening-under-new-government/

Politics

8 d. ago SOEs record revenue growth but mounting losses threaten fiscal stability

Ghana’s State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) achieved strong revenue growth in 2024 but continue to weigh heavily on public finances due to ballooning losses and unsustainable debt levels.

Events

1 week ago Ghana insurance chief receives penetration report amid growth push

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-insurance-chief-receives-penetration-report-amid-growth-push/Ghana’s acting Commissioner of Insurance has received recommendations aimed at boosting the country’s low insurance uptake, currently sitting at just 1% of economic output. Dr. Abiba Zakariah accepted the report from the Committee on Insurance Penetration at the National Insurance Commission headquarters in Accra, describing it as crucial for expanding coverage and rebuilding public trust […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-insurance-chief-receives-penetration-report-amid-growth-push/

Politics

1 week ago Nigerian Telecom T2 Records First Growth Surge After MTN Partnership

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-telecom-t2-records-first-growth-surge-after-mtn-partnership/Nigeria’s fourth-largest mobile operator has achieved its first subscriber increase in nearly a year, adding almost 291,000 customers in July following a strategic infrastructure partnership with market leader MTN. The telecommunications company, recently rebranded from 9mobile to T2, bucked industry trends as Nigeria’s three larger operators all recorded customer losses during the same period. The […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-telecom-t2-records-first-growth-surge-after-mtn-partnership/

Politics

1 week ago Ghana’s growing employment remains unsecured in the informal sector – GSS

The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) says Ghana experienced a growth in employment, reflecting a decline in unemployment rate in 2024, mainly in the informal sector, describing such employment as “insecure.”

Politics

1 week ago Republic Bank rallies SMEs with growth strategies at business summit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/republic-bank-rallies-smes-with-growth-strategies-at-business-summit/More than 100 entrepreneurs and business owners gathered in Accra as Republic Bank Ghana hosted its SME Business Seminar, positioning itself as the preferred financial partner for small and medium enterprises seeking sustainable expansion. The high-impact event brought together industry leaders to share practical strategies for navigating Ghana’s competitive business landscape. Key speakers included Republic […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/republic-bank-rallies-smes-with-growth-strategies-at-business-summit/

Politics

1 week ago Chief Emmanuel Mefful of HotJobs Africa honoured at 10th Corporate Ghana Hall of Fame

Business mogul and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of HotJobs Africa, Chief Emmanuel Mefful, has been honoured for his outstanding contributions to youth employment at the 10th edition of the Corporate Ghana Hall of Fame, held on Friday, August 22, 2025. The recognition highlights his exceptional leadership and HotJobs Africa’s rapid growth in Ghana’s human resource […]

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