5 d. ago “No standards, no trade”: FDA urges MSMEs to prioritise compliance for export and growth

Rhoda Appiah, Head of Communications and Public Education at the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), has called on Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Ghana to embrace regulatory compliance as a critical enabler of trade and competitiveness. Mrs. Appiah noted that the inability of MSMEs to meet international standards locks Ghanaian products out of […]

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1 week ago TCDA sets new minimum producer price for shea nuts to strengthen sector sustainability, export compliance

The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has officially announced the Minimum Producer Price (MPP) for raw shea nuts (kernels) for the 2025 crop season. This strategic directive, aimed at boosting economic returns and sustainability in Ghana’s fast-growing shea sector, pegs the price at GH¢9.01 per kilogram, equivalent to GH¢765.63 per 85kg bag, effective July 1, […]

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2 w. ago Why Ghana’s Creative Industry needs bold investment, and how Fidelity Bank is stepping in

Fidelity Bank Ghana has launched Orange Inspire and the Fidelity Cultural and Creative Fund (FCCF)—a bold, timely move designed to bridge funding gaps, support infrastructure, and catalyse sustainable growth in the sector.

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2 w. ago Trades Minister declares gov’t’s bold agenda to empower MSME; targets GH¢6bn financing by 2027

Ghana has marked its first official celebration of International MSME Day with a bold commitment to reposition the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector at the heart of national transformation, digital inclusion, and sustainable economic growth.

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3 w. ago Stakeholders advocate professional development for teachers in the standards

Stakeholders in the education sector have called for sustained professional development training for basic school teachers to effectively implement the standards-based curriculum. According to the Ho Municipal Director of Education, Dr. Esther Yeboah-Adzimah, many learners are struggling to grasp subjects under the new curriculum, particularly due to its emphasis on critical thinking. Speaking to the […]

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3 w. ago Indonesia eyes major renewable energy investments and oil refinery project in Ghana

The government of Indonesia has signalled its intention to establish renewable energy plants in Ghana, with a proposed production capacity ranging from 500 to 2,000 megawatts (MW). This ambitious initiative seeks to strengthen Ghana’s energy sector by boosting production capacity and promoting a sustainable and reliable power supply. The Honorary Consul of the Republic of […]

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3 w. ago IFC urges banks to increase lending for sustainable buildings

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has urged banks in Ghana to expand their lending portfolios to support sustainable building projects, embarked on by both government and the private sector, to boost the country’s carbon emissions reduction efforts.

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3 w. ago IFC, Societe Generale enter into $40m partnership to boost cocoa sector

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has announced a partnership with Societe Generale Ghana Plc, a leading Ghanian bank, to increase access to finance in Ghana’s cocoa sector, support sustainable production, and improve market access for tens of thousands of smallholder farmers. Under the partnership, IFC will provide a local currency loan of up to $40 […]

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3 w. ago TCDA enforces new permit system for palm oil imports starting July 14

The Tree Crop Development Authority (TCDA) has announced a new regulatory directive that will require all importers of palm oil products to register and obtain permits before importing into Ghana. The policy takes effect on July 14, 2025, and is aimed at promoting order, quality, and sustainability within the country’s oil palm sector. According to […]

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4 w. ago Horticulture is key to Ghana’s inclusive growth – Fidelity Bank MD

Fidelity Bank Ghana has once again positioned itself at the forefront of Ghana’s export-led growth agenda, with a strong call for cutting-edge sustainable solutions to unlock the full potential of the horticultural sector.

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