6 h. ago Governor of BoG reaffirms commitment to price stability and economic growth

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiamah, has reiterated the central bank's dedication to its core responsibilities of maintaining price stability, ensuring financial sector resilience, and fostering economic growth.

Economics

6 h. ago New BoG building: We commit to focusing on primary responsibility despite controversy – Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama has assured the public that the central bank remains committed to its primary responsibility of ensuring monetary stability, despite ongoing controversy over its new headquarters building.

Politics

11 h. ago Average Market Rate for the Cedi to the U.S. dollar rises to GHȼ15.81

The Cedi exchange rate vis-a-vis the U.S. dollar continues to depreciate on the foreign exchange market as market rates continue to rise. At the close of business on March 4, 2025, the average rate for $1 stood at ₵15.81, compared to ₵15.55 three months ago.

Politics

15 h. ago Trump’s tariffs risk economic turbulence – and voter backlash

Donald Trump has been threatening major tariffs on America's two largest trading partners, Canada and Mexico, for more than a month. It now appears that the day of reckoning is at hand.

Politics

22 h. ago Ghana outlines solutions to economic crisis at National Economic Dialogue

Ghana has outlined a series of ambitious reforms aimed at restoring macroeconomic stability, promoting sustainable growth, and strengthening governance in a bid to address the prevailing economic challenges. These proposals are contained in the communique issued at the end of the National Economic Dialogue (NED), held from 3rd to 4th March 2025 at the Accra International Conference Centre.

Events

23 h. ago Policeman injured trying to control rioting trainees of Savannah College of Education

One police officer sustained a head injury while trying to control a crowd of teacher trainees from the Savannah College of Education in Daboya, Savannah Region.

Events

24 h. ago Livestock dealer gets 6 months in jail for stabbing teacher in Sawla

The Bole Magistrate Court in the Savannah Region has sentenced a Sawla-based notorious 45-year-old livestock dealer, Kiro Kipo, to a fine of 100 penalty units or, in default, six months of hard labor in prison.

Events

25 h. ago We must find ways to reduce high NPL ratios across banks – Dr Asiamah

Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiamah, has called for urgent need to reduce the high levels of non-performing loans (NPLs) in the banking sector, stressing that the issue is a major challenge to financial stability.

Politics

26 h. ago Energy Minister meets with Bridge Power Co. Ltd over shutdown of operations due to ECG’s $47M debt

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor has today, Tuesday, March 4, met with operators of Bridge Power Co. Ltd. following the decision of the latter to shut down its operations due to the non-payment of supply arrears totalling $47m owed to EPL for 7 months of operations.

Politics

31 h. ago Telecel celebrates International Women’s Month with a series of empowering events 

Telecel Ghana is celebrating International Women’s Week with a vibrant lineup of activities under the derivative theme ‘Accelerate HER.’

Sport

33 h. ago Concerned Small Scale Miners endorse GoldBod to ensure fair pricing and exchange rate stability

The National Concerned Association of Small-Scale Miners, Ghana (NCSSMAG) has thrown its full support behind the Mahama government’s decision to establish a Gold Board (GoldBod) to regulate gold trading for small-scale miners.

Politics

45 h. ago Joy Prime kicks off month with spectacular Palanquin entrance on Prime Morning

The Ghana Month on Joy Prime began with a breathtaking display of tradition as the Prime Morning presenters, KMJ and Roselyn Felli, made a grand entrance, carried on palanquins amidst the rhythmic beats of traditional drumming and dancing.

Politics

52 h. ago Kanvili Kpawmo residents cry foul over failure of Ghana Water to supply water for three months

Residents of Kanvili Kpawmo in the Sagnarigu Municipality are growing increasingly frustrated over Ghana Water Company Limited's (GWCL) failure to provide tap water for more than three months.

Politics

56 h. ago Most Ghanaians Can Only Achieve Financial Freedom if Rent Payments are Only for 6 Months – John Dumelo

Ghanaian farmer, actor and politician John Setor Dumelo has said the path to financial freedom for many Ghanaians is blocked due to our ‘wicked’ rent system, which takes two years advance payment before getting a property. According to Dumelo, who is the Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture as well as the Member of Parliament ... Read more The post Most Ghanaians Can Only Achieve Financial Freedom if Rent Payments are Only for 6 Months – John Dumelo appeared first on GhanaCelebrities.Com.

Economics

63 h. ago Morgan Freeman leads Oscars tribute to ‘dear friend’ Gene Hackman

Actor Morgan Freeman has led tributes at the annual Academy Awards ceremony to fellow Hollywood star Gene Hackman, whose death last month is under police investigation.

Politics

2 d. ago Funny Face Reconciles With Nana Ama Mcbrown After Publicly Humiliating Her

Ghanaian comedian and actor Funny Face has reconciled bubbly Ghanaian actress and media personality Nana Ama McBrown after publicly humiliating her during one of his mental health episodes. A few months ago, Funny Face, who has been open about his battle with bipolar disorder, lashed out at McBrown, accusing her of smoking weed, cheating on ... Read more The post Funny Face Reconciles With Nana Ama Mcbrown After Publicly Humiliating Her appeared first on GhanaCelebrities.Com.

Politics

2 d. ago Inflation stayed above 20% for 34 consecutive months; it’s very alarming – IFS

“In fact, from February 2004 to December 2021, a period of 215 months, inflation rate stood above the 20% mark for only 6 months – from February to July 2009. This followed the 2008 fiscal slippage in Ghana and the 2007-2008 global financial and food price crises”, it said in a statement.

Politics

3 d. ago Chieftaincy conflict: Security forces deployed to restore order at Bunkpurugu

Security personnel have been deployed to the Bunkpurugu-Yunyoo district to ensure peace and stability following a violent attack on the Nanik community.

Politics

4 d. ago Ghanaian Lawyer in New York, Kofi Amankwaa Sentenced to 70 Months in Jail for Immigration Fraud

A Ghanaian lawyer based in the Bronx in New York City, USA, Kofi Amankwaa, has been sentenced to 70 months in prison and ordered to pay back over $29m he fraudulently obtained from victims. Kofi Amankwaa was accused of filing fraudulent applications for thousands of clients that not only misrepresented their immigration status but was ... Read more The post Ghanaian Lawyer in New York, Kofi Amankwaa Sentenced to 70 Months in Jail for Immigration Fraud appeared first on GhanaCelebrities.Com.

Events

4 d. ago May Ramadan strengthen our resolve for peace and unity – Akufo

Former President, Nana Akufo-Addo, has extended his warm greetings and best wishes to the Muslim community in Ghana, across Africa, and around the world as they commence the sacred month of Ramadan.

Politics