32 h. ago Ghana’s Gig Economy Revolution Demands Digital Skills Training, UNICEF Study Reveals

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-gig-economy-revolution-demands-digital-skills-training-unicef-study-reveals/Young Ghanaians are transforming the nation’s employment landscape through gig work, but lack the digital and financial literacy skills needed to turn side hustles into sustainable businesses, according to a new UNICEF study. The assessment, funded by UNICEF Ghana, reveals a critical mismatch between the skills employers require and those that job seekers possess in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-gig-economy-revolution-demands-digital-skills-training-unicef-study-reveals/

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34 h. ago Digital Reforms Could Add US$3.4 Billion to Ghana’s Economy by 2030

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-reforms-could-add-us3-4-billion-to-ghanas-economy-by-2030/Ghana’s economy could gain an additional $3.4 billion by 2030 through strategic digital transformation reforms, according to a new report launched by the GSMA at the Digital Africa Summit in Accra on Tuesday. The comprehensive study reveals that mobile technology already contributes GH¢94 billion to Ghana’s GDP, representing 8% of the country’s total economic output. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/digital-reforms-could-add-us3-4-billion-to-ghanas-economy-by-2030/

Economics

60 h. ago Africa Financial Summit Returns to Casablanca Targeting Continental Financial Independence

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-financial-summit-returns-to-casablanca-targeting-continental-financial-independence/The fifth Africa Financial Summit will convene over 1,250 financial leaders in Casablanca this November, with organizers positioning the event as a critical step toward reducing Africa’s dependence on external capital markets. The Casablanca Stock Exchange announced the November 3-4 summit during a press conference Tuesday, bringing together representatives from Morocco’s Ministry of Economy and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-financial-summit-returns-to-casablanca-targeting-continental-financial-independence/

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3 d. ago Global Market Turmoil Sends Warning Signals for Ghana Economy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-market-turmoil-sends-warning-signals-for-ghana-economy/World financial markets opened September with unprecedented volatility that could have far-reaching consequences for Ghana’s economic recovery efforts under its International Monetary Fund program. The unusual combination of surging gold prices, a strengthening U.S. dollar, and rising government bond yields created confusion across trading floors from New York to London. Gold climbed above $3,500 an […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-market-turmoil-sends-warning-signals-for-ghana-economy/

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3 d. ago FIC expresses worry about threats Money laundering poses to Ghana’s economy

“Various predicate offences, including drug trafficking, corruption, fraud and organised crime, contribute to the ML landscape. The financial sector, real estate sector and informal markets are particularly exposed to these ML threats. Additionally, cross-border activities, including the use of shell companies and international remittances, obscure the detection and prevention of ML”, it disclosed in the 2025 AML Report.

Sport

4 d. ago Nigeria Sets 2026 Launch for Major Telecom Cybersecurity Overhaul

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-sets-2026-launch-for-major-telecom-cybersecurity-overhaul/Nigeria’s telecoms regulator is preparing to deploy a sweeping cybersecurity framework by 2026, aiming to shield the country’s digital backbone from increasingly sophisticated cyber threats. The Nigerian Communications Commission announced the comprehensive initiative following its second stakeholder consultation in Abuja on Friday. The framework addresses mounting security risks as Nigeria’s digital economy expands rapidly, with […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-sets-2026-launch-for-major-telecom-cybersecurity-overhaul/

Politics

7 d. ago Mahama’s Singapore Trip Yields US$1 Billion in Investment Commitments

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahamas-singapore-trip-yields-us1-billion-in-investment-commitments/President John Mahama’s state visit to Singapore has delivered significant economic dividends, securing investment pledges worth $1 billion across multiple sectors that could reshape Ghana’s development trajectory. The three-day visit produced concrete partnerships spanning agriculture, hospitality, infrastructure, and technology, moving beyond typical diplomatic exchanges to generate tangible business commitments for Ghana’s economy. Foreign Minister Samuel […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahamas-singapore-trip-yields-us1-billion-in-investment-commitments/

Economics

7 d. ago Climate talks: Experts urge green cocoa processing to protect Ghana’s competitiveness

Cocoa remains central to Ghana’s economy, attracting significant investment and earning global recognition for its quality.

Politics

1 week ago Nuclear energy experts make case for nuclear power generation to industrialise Ghana’s economy

As Ghana works to generate its first nuclear power plant by 2030, the Nuclear Regulatory Authority says it is ready to support nuclear energy operators to set up reactors to complement the country’s energy grid.

Events

1 week ago Accra Breweries celebrates the power of Ghana’s beer economy with #CheersToBars event

Accra Breweries PLC (ABL) today raised a toast to Ghana’s vibrant bar culture with its #CheersToBars celebration in Accra. The event brought together the Bar Association of Ghana, bar owners, distributors, farmers, and industry leaders to honour the bar community’s vital role in driving livelihoods, fuelling national growth, and shaping a sustainable future for all […]

Politics

1 week ago Take advantage of new initiatives in Ghana’s 2025 budget – Sports Minister to Turkish investors

The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has urged Turkish investors to take advantage of the new initiatives in the 2025 Budget and Economic Policy of the government to explore opportunities in Ghana and African markets.  According to him, the improvement in the economy is an indication that most of the programmes of the […]

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1 week ago Ghana poised to expand partnerships in textiles, automotive, and green economy

Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has called on Japanese businesses to scale up their investments in Ghana, positioning the country as a dependable gateway for companies seeking to expand across Africa.

Politics

1 week ago Ghana Would Prosper Without Cocoa Board, Policy Expert Claims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-would-prosper-without-cocoa-board-policy-expert-claims/Ghana’s economy would improve significantly if the country abolished its cocoa regulatory authority, according to a leading policy analyst who argues the institution has become a costly burden rather than a benefit to farmers. Kofi Bentil, Vice-President of policy think tank IMANI Africa, contends that dismantling the Ghana Cocoa Board would unleash better outcomes for […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-would-prosper-without-cocoa-board-policy-expert-claims/

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1 week ago Collapsing COCOBOD would improve Ghana’s economy and farmers’ livelihoods – Kofi Bentil

Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, has launched a critique of Ghana’s cocoa sector regulator, arguing that the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has become a burden on both the economy and farmers.

Politics

1 week ago The Or Foundation’s Mabilgu Program Offers Kayayei a Path Out of Dangerous Head Carrying

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/the-or-foundations-mabilgu-program-offers-kayayei-a-path-out-of-dangerous-head-carrying/A new initiative is providing young female head porters, known locally as kayayei, with a route into safer and more sustainable work. The program, called Mabilgu, offers vocational training and small business support to help these women transition into roles within Ghana’s growing fashion and circular economy sectors. Many kayayei migrate from northern Ghana to […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/the-or-foundations-mabilgu-program-offers-kayayei-a-path-out-of-dangerous-head-carrying/

Politics

2 w. ago Ghana Urged to Develop Local Software Amid Growing Digital Economy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-urged-to-develop-local-software-amid-growing-digital-economy/A Canadian academic has advised Ghanaian technology companies to focus on creating software solutions designed for local needs to compete effectively in Africa’s expanding digital market. Professor Akbar Saeed from Wilfrid Laurier University warned that overreliance on imported software could limit innovation and introduce foreign cultural biases into Ghana’s systems. Speaking at a science and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-urged-to-develop-local-software-amid-growing-digital-economy/

Events

2 w. ago Abolishing Minimum Capital Requirements: A Dangerous Opening for Ghana’s Economy

The government has announced plans to abolish the minimum capital requirement for foreign investors under the upcoming review of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) Act. The policy, we are told, is designed to boost Ghana’s competitiveness, lower entry barriers, and attract more global capital. President John Dramani Mahama unveiled this reform at the Presidential Investment Forum in Japan, promoting Ghana as a stable market with improving macroeconomic conditions. On the surface, it looks like a bold move to draw investors. But underneath lies a troubling reality that must not be ignored.

Politics

2 w. ago BoG GH¢60bn sterilisation policy inimical to economy – Minority

The Minority in Parliament has raised strong concerns about the Bank of Ghana’s sterilisation policy, describing it as inimical to the economy and calling for a more innovative approach to tackling inflation and boosting growth.

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2 w. ago Ghana’s Economy Shows Resilience Amid a Challenging Environment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-economy-shows-resilience-amid-a-challenging-environment/The World Bank’s 9th Economic Update for Ghana titled Addressing Labor Market Challenges and Opportunities in Ghana’s Economic Landscape notes Ghana’s economy displayed resilience with strong growth of 5.7 percent in 2024 and continued growth in the first quarter of 2025 of 5.3 percent. The Update also highlights Ghana’s notable progress towards completing its debt restructuring, subsiding […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-economy-shows-resilience-amid-a-challenging-environment/

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2 w. ago Financial Illiteracy Strains Ghanaian Households and Economy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/financial-illiteracy-strains-ghanaian-households-and-economy/“They just told me this is how much comes off my account each month. I needed the cash, so I didn’t ask about the interest.” Miss Christiana, a trader in Ghana’s Oti Region, sums up a common dilemma. For her and many others, immediate need trumps understanding the full cost of a loan. Millions enter […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/financial-illiteracy-strains-ghanaian-households-and-economy/

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