7 d. ago Gov’t urged to strengthen fiscal discipline to avoid premature return to costly borrowing 

Professor Issahaku Haruna, a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Finance of the University for Development Studies (UDS), has urged government to strengthen fiscal discipline.

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8 d. ago IMANI Warns Government Against Springfield Afina Acquisition Without Independent Assessment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-warns-government-against-springfield-afina-acquisition-without-independent-assessment/Policy think tank IMANI Africa has cautioned government against proceeding with a state acquisition of Springfield Exploration and Production’s Afina oil block, arguing that relying solely on company provided data for valuation creates unacceptable financial risks for taxpayers. The warning comes as the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) engages in discussions regarding potential takeover of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-warns-government-against-springfield-afina-acquisition-without-independent-assessment/

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8 d. ago Business Chamber Urges Government to Prioritise Partnerships Over Borrowing

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-chamber-urges-government-to-prioritise-partnerships-over-borrowing/The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) has called on the government to expand public private partnerships rather than resume heavy borrowing to fund national development projects. GNCCI President Mr Stephane Miezan told business leaders and policymakers at the 6th Chamber National Dialogue Series in Accra that partnerships with domestic private sector investors […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/business-chamber-urges-government-to-prioritise-partnerships-over-borrowing/

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9 d. ago GNCCI calls on government to explore PPP options, avoid borrowing   

The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) has called on the government to explore public–private partnership (PPP) options instead of borrowing.  

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1 week ago Springfield Highlights Indigenous Achievement Amid Government Acquisition Discussions

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/springfield-highlights-indigenous-achievement-amid-government-acquisition-discussions/Springfield Exploration and Production Limited has defended its investment record in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP 2) as government led discussions continue regarding potential acquisition of the company’s interest in the oil block. The company emphasized that its involvement represents one of the most significant indigenous investments in Ghana’s upstream petroleum sector. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/springfield-highlights-indigenous-achievement-amid-government-acquisition-discussions/

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2 w. ago Energy Minister sets strict technical and commercial criteria for Springfield deal

Energy Minister John Jinapor says the government will only consider a state-led takeover of Springfield Exploration and Production Limited’s (SEP) stake in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP2) if the asset meets strict technical and commercial criteria.

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2 w. ago Government support for Springfield deal depends on Independent valuation

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, says the government will only support a potential state-led takeover of Springfield Exploration and Production Limited’s (SEP) stake in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP2) after an independent and transparent valuation proves the field holds strong commercial prospects.

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2 w. ago Unlocking National Oil Value: Strategic Intervention or Missed Opportunity?

The Government of Ghana’s intention to takeover Springfield Exploration & Production’s interest in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP2) has reopened important conversations about the country’s upstream future. With national crude production declining and deep-water resources carrying significant untapped potential, the move signals a deliberate attempt to prevent valuable assets from remaining idle due to prolonged commercial or operational delays. WCTP2, one of the country’s promising blocks, is too critical to be left undeveloped.

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2 w. ago GETFund to finance free SHS and free tertiary for PWDs with GH₵4.2bn – Education Minister

The government is exploring the possibility of partnering with faith-based organisations that operate hospitals to help complete some of the outstanding Agenda 111 hospital projects across the country.

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2 w. ago Government targets Springfield’s oil block in push to boost production

The Government of Ghana is considering a State-led takeover of Springfield Exploration and Production Limited’s (SEP) stake in the West Cape Three Points Block 2 (WCTP2) as part of efforts to safeguard declining petroleum assets and boost national oil production.

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4 w. ago Government says lithium exploration prospects remain promising despite Ewoyaa delays

Paa Kwesi Schandorf, Media Relations Officer at the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, has assured Ghanaians that the government remains committed to the exploration of lithium, despite delays in the Ewoyaa Lithium Project.

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