5 h. ago Cyber Security Authority outdoors Edem as Ambassador for Safer Digital Ghana Campaign

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA), a state agency that drives its mission to build a resilient digital ecosystem and regulates cybersecurity activities in Ghana, on Wednesday 16,2025, unveiled one of Ghana’s secular musicians, known in the entertainment circles as Edem as an Ambassador for its flagship awareness programm at the agency’s office at the Airport City in Accra.

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10 h. ago Pathways to the financial regulation of virtual assets (crypto

By Dr. Richmond Atuahene, Banking Consultant Summary Ghana’s unregulated virtual asset markets can pose significant risks to the financial sector, including increased volatility, potential for illicit activities like money laundering and fraud, and challenges to consumer protection. Without proper regulation and supervision, these markets can also expose investors to operational, cyber-security, and market risks. Crypto-currencies […]

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11 h. ago Oppong Nkrumah files Private Members Bill to block public spending without NDPC approval

Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi and former Minister of Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has filed a private member’s bill seeking major amendments to Ghana’s Public Financial Management Act (PFMA).

Economics

12 h. ago Minority caucus alleges regulatory breach in E&P’s Black Volta gold deal

The Minority Caucus in Parliament is alleging what it describes as serious regulatory breaches in the acquisition of the Black Volta gold concession by Engineers & Planners (E&P).

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12 h. ago WAIFEM workshop urges regional collaboration on currency management and forecasting

The West African Institute for Financial and Economic Management (WAIFEM) has concluded a five-day regional workshop in Accra focused on Currency Management and Forecasting across West Africa. The workshop brought together senior representatives from the central banks of Gambia, Ghana, Liberia, Nigeria, and Sierra Leone to deepen institutional capacity in managing currency operations, enhancing forecasting […]

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18 h. ago Rethinking Everyday Choices: Cutting Back on Processed Meats, Sugary Drinks, Trans Fats – and Reading Food Labels

In today's fast-paced world, reaching for a pie, sausage roll or sipping a chilled fizzy drink may feel like a convenient treat. But when these habits become part of our everyday diets, they quietly increase our risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and even certain cancers. According to the World Health Organization, non-communicable diseases many of which are diet-related account for over 70% of deaths globally. This makes it more important than ever to rethink the foods we regularly consume. In this article, we take a closer look at three common foods that deserve less space on your plate and why reducing them could make a big difference for your health, and how you can identify them.

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18 h. ago Time to correct History: Rename KIA after Kwame Nkrumah – Vitus Azeem

Anti-corruption campaigner Vitus Azeem has called on the government to rename the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) in honour of Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, arguing that national monuments should reflect the country’s founding history and democratic ideals. Mr Azeem said it is historically and morally inappropriate for a major national asset to bear the […]

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19 h. ago Road Safety Authority seeks legal backing to regulate okada operations amid rising accidents

The Director-General of the Ghana Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Abraham Amaliba, has reaffirmed the Authority’s commitment to curbing road accidents across the country, particularly those involving commercial motorbikes, commonly referred to as Okada.

Culture

20 h. ago PURC warns against unapproved meters as revenue loss hits NEDCo in Bono East

The Bono East Regional Office of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has raised concerns over the growing use of unapproved electricity meters in the region, warning that the practice is significantly affecting the revenues of utility providers, particularly the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo). According to the Regional Manager, Cassiel Eghan Asiedu, the market […]

Events

29 h. ago Shippers’ Authority blocks arbitrary fee hikes with new regulatory powers

The Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) has begun enforcing its expanded powers under its Act, 2024 (Act 1122), with decisive actions that have blocked unjustified fee hikes by shipping service providers.

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34 h. ago Bank of America’s Bernard Mensah discusses AI, jobs and global economic pressures

President of International at Bank of America, Bernard Mensah, has offered valuable insights into the evolving impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the financial industry, macroeconomic uncertainties, and the potential effects of rising global tariffs. Speaking with Bloomberg Television’s Tom Mackenzie over the Bank of America Breakthrough Technology Dialogue in Goodwood, Bernard Mensah noted that AI remains top of mind across industries, though the conversation has significantly matured since early discussions around ChatGPT 2.0 in 2022.

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35 h. ago Ennobled Foundation webinar empowers Ghanaian youth to leverage international experience for career growth

The Ennobled Foundation has hosted a transformative virtual webinar themed “Leveraging International Experience for Career Growth,” bringing together global professionals, aspiring leaders, and young change-makers in an engaging digital event. The session underscored the power of global exposure, mentorship, and continuous learning in building career excellence, even from within local environments. Founder of Ennobled Foundation, […]

Politics

37 h. ago Law to regulate shipping charges in the pipeline – Shippers’ Authority

The Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Prof. Ransford Gyampo, has announced plans to introduce a Legislative Instrument (L.I.) to regulate the operations and charges of shipping lines in the country.

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38 h. ago All mining machinery must be registered with DVLA by August 1 – Interior Minister warns operators

The government has announced a sweeping directive aimed at tightening regulation in the mining sector, mandating that all machinery used in mining activities must be registered with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) by August 1, 2025.

Events

40 h. ago Ghana urgently needs a Pricing Regulatory Authority to stabilise the Economy

Ghana finds itself in a troubling economic cycle—where prices of goods and services continue to rise, often without justification or regulatory oversight. While global and local economic dynamics do play a role, the absence of a strong, specialised national pricing regulatory mechanism allows unchecked price escalation that hurts the consumer, especially the vulnerable. The time has come for Ghana to establish a Pricing Regulatory Commission or Authority, a body dedicated solely to monitoring, evaluating, and setting fair price thresholds for essential goods and services. This institution will be different from, and operate independently of, existing consumer protection structures. It will serve as a stabilising force in the economy and help restore confidence in market fairness.

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41 h. ago Cedi must lead Ghana’s economy – BoG to clamp down on dollar transactions

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has underscored the urgent need to safeguard the cedi’s dominance in Ghana’s economy and crack down on the increasing normalisation of foreign currency pricing in domestic transactions. Speaking at a financial sector engagement, Dr Asiama issued a clear warning against the creeping trend of […]

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41 h. ago Village Savings and Loan Groups in Wassa Amenfi West receive financial literacy training

Leaders of Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) in Ghana’s Wassa Amenfi West Municipal have received financial literacy and governance training under a cocoa sustainability initiative aimed at boosting rural livelihoods and promoting responsible sourcing. As part of the ongoing Wassa Amenfi Cocoa Landscape Initiative (WACLI), 29 leaders from VSLAs in the municipality completed intensive training in financial management, record-keeping, budgeting, and effective group governance.

Economics

41 h. ago Education Ministry secures additional $117.1m to expand GALOP interventions

The Ministry of Education has announced the allocation of an additional $117.1 million under the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes Project (GALOP) and its second additional financing (AF2), aimed at expanding targeted interventions in basic schools across the country.

Politics

63 h. ago Azumah Resources rejects political motive claims, confirms EBID talks started in 2023

In a carefully worded public statement, Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd has confirmed that the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) was engaged in discussions to support the Black Volta Gold Project as early as 2023 — a critical clarification that challenges ongoing claims that the financing was politically engineered following Ghana’s 2024 elections.

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63 h. ago PURC releases nationwide survey on Ghanaians’ views on electricity supply and pricing

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has published the findings of a new nationwide survey examining consumer preferences and perceptions of electricity supply and pricing in Ghana.

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