23 h. ago Cedi Maintains Stability Against Dollar During Christmas Week

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cedi-maintains-stability-against-dollar-during-christmas-week/The Ghanaian cedi held steady on the interbank foreign exchange market during the Christmas week, trading around GHS 11.10 to the US dollar, according to data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG). The relative stability comes as the festive season draws to a close, offering a reprieve from the currency volatility experienced earlier in the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cedi-maintains-stability-against-dollar-during-christmas-week/

Sport

4 d. ago Trade Minister Urges Fair Pricing at Accra Markets During Christmas Season

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trade-minister-urges-fair-pricing-at-accra-markets-during-christmas-season/Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare has urged traders at Accra’s Okaishie and Makola Markets to adopt fair and reasonable pricing during the Christmas season, as the government pushes for recent economic stability to translate into lower costs for consumers. The call was made during a working visit to the two markets on Tuesday, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trade-minister-urges-fair-pricing-at-accra-markets-during-christmas-season/

Politics

5 d. ago Christmas rush sparks tampede at Accra Central Market; several collapse

Traders at the Accra Central Business District have recounted how a stampede occurred on Monday, December 22, following an overwhelming crowd at the market, causing several people to collapse.

Politics

5 d. ago Christmas rush sparks stampede at Accra Central Market; several collapse

Traders at the Accra Central Business District have recounted how a stampede occurred on Monday, December 22, following an overwhelming crowd at the market, causing several people to collapse.

Politics

6 d. ago Trade Minister urges manufacturing firms to source locally to drive jobs, industrialisation

The Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has called on manufacturing companies operating in Ghana to prioritise local sourcing of raw materials as a critical step toward job creation and sustainable industrialisation.

Politics

7 d. ago Thousands Throng Amanokrom as Ofie Market Hosts Christmas Edition

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/thousands-throng-amanokrom-as-ofie-market-hosts-christmas-edition/The festive spirit was palpable at the Amanokrom Durbar Grounds in the Akuapem North Municipality of the Eastern Region on Saturday, December 20, 2025, as thousands of shoppers and traders converged for the Christmas edition of Ofie Market. Unlike previous editions, this year’s event showcased a remarkable blend of commerce, community engagement, and cultural celebration, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/thousands-throng-amanokrom-as-ofie-market-hosts-christmas-edition/

Politics

8 d. ago Ghana and Canada Explore Aviation Partnership as Air Canada Shows Interest

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-and-canada-explore-aviation-partnership-as-air-canada-shows-interest/Ghana and Canada are exploring deeper trade and investment cooperation, with aviation emerging as a strategic priority after Air Canada signaled interest in operating in Ghana, Canadian High Commissioner Myriam Montrat has disclosed. The discussions took place during a courtesy call by Montrat on the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare. Improved […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-and-canada-explore-aviation-partnership-as-air-canada-shows-interest/

Politics

8 d. ago Government Boosts Agro Processing Support Under 24 Hour Economy Policy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-boosts-agro-processing-support-under-24-hour-economy-policy/Government is stepping up support for agro processing as it seeks to accelerate industrial growth under the 24 Hour Economy policy, with Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Minister Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare signaling stronger backing for local manufacturers during a working visit to Ekumfi Juice Factory. The visit focused on how the Central Region based processor can […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-boosts-agro-processing-support-under-24-hour-economy-policy/

Politics

8 d. ago Ghana Validates Draft Agribusiness Policy to Drive Investment Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-validates-draft-agribusiness-policy-to-drive-investment-growth/Government has validated a Draft National Agribusiness and Agro Processing Policy designed to unlock private investment and transform agriculture into a commercially driven growth engine for Ghana’s economy. Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Sampson Ahi announced the policy framework at a National Agribusiness Policy Validation Workshop in Accra this week, describing it as […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-validates-draft-agribusiness-policy-to-drive-investment-growth/

Events

8 d. ago Trade Minister tours Ekumfi Juice Factory, assures support for expansion

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has paid a working visit to the Ekumfi Juice Factory as part of the government's efforts to strengthen agro-processing and accelerate industrial growth under the 24-Hour Economy policy.

Politics

8 d. ago Canada and Ghana explore new frontiers to boost trade and investment

The Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana, Her Excellency Myriam Montrat, has held talks with the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry as both countries seek to deepen bilateral trade and investment cooperation.

Politics

9 d. ago Accra Traders Report Slow Christmas Sales Despite Heavy Market Traffic

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-traders-report-slow-christmas-sales-despite-heavy-market-traffic/Traders in Accra’s Central Business District say sales ahead of Christmas remain slow and uncertain despite heavy human traffic, raising concerns about consumer spending and broader impacts on businesses and the local economy. Bulk purchases have become rare as shoppers limit spending in line with tight budgets, with customer presence not translating into actual purchases […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/accra-traders-report-slow-christmas-sales-despite-heavy-market-traffic/

Economics

9 d. ago Fuel Prices Drop in Ghana as Christmas Approaches Offering Consumer Relief

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fuel-prices-drop-in-ghana-as-christmas-approaches-offering-consumer-relief/Oil Marketing Companies in Ghana reduced fuel prices beginning December 16, 2025, providing relief to consumers during the Christmas season with petrol declining up to 3.89 percent and diesel dropping as much as 4.59 percent. According to the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies, declining international petroleum product prices drove the reductions despite marginal cedi depreciation […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/fuel-prices-drop-in-ghana-as-christmas-approaches-offering-consumer-relief/

Sport

9 d. ago Vice President Backs Import Substitution to Ease Foreign Exchange Pressure

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vice-president-backs-import-substitution-to-ease-foreign-exchange-pressure/Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang positioned import substitution as a core economic lever to reduce foreign exchange pressure and boost industrial output during a working visit to the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry. Professor Opoku-Agyemang assured the Ministry of sustained support to drive local production, reduce reliance on imports and strengthen Ghana’s trade and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vice-president-backs-import-substitution-to-ease-foreign-exchange-pressure/

Politics

1 week ago Vice President reaffirms government support for trade and industrial growth

Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s trade, agribusiness and industrial base, assuring the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry of full support to deliver on its national development mandate.

Politics

1 week ago Ghana Develops Comprehensive Agribusiness Policy to Tap Global Market Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-develops-comprehensive-agribusiness-policy-to-tap-global-market-growth/Ghana is developing a comprehensive Agribusiness Policy to unlock opportunities in the global market projected to reach 4.4 trillion dollars by 2033. The worldwide agribusiness sector was valued at 3.4 trillion dollars in 2024 and researchers expect significant expansion over the next decade. Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Sampson Ahi announced the policy […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-develops-comprehensive-agribusiness-policy-to-tap-global-market-growth/

Economics

1 week ago Trade Minister Convenes Talks to Resolve Tomato Supply Crisis

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trade-minister-convenes-talks-to-resolve-tomato-supply-crisis/Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare met with tomato growers, traders and transporters on Wednesday to address persistent disruptions affecting Ghana’s tomato distribution chain. The meeting at the Ministry’s conference room brought together the Federation of Tomato Growers Associations and the Ghana National Tomato Traders and Transporters Association to tackle longstanding tensions that have paralyzed tomato movement […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/trade-minister-convenes-talks-to-resolve-tomato-supply-crisis/

Politics

1 week ago Vice President pledges faster approvals for investment incentives during Trade Ministry working visit

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vice-president-pledges-faster-approvals-for-investment-incentives-during-trade-ministry-working-visit/Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang reaffirmed government commitment to strengthening Ghana’s trade and industrial base during a working visit Thursday to the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, promising to push for faster approval of investment incentives. The assurance came during a meeting with Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, directors, staff and heads of agencies under […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/vice-president-pledges-faster-approvals-for-investment-incentives-during-trade-ministry-working-visit/

Politics

1 week ago Government urges investors to expand operations as GB Foods commits to local sourcing

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-urges-investors-to-expand-operations-as-gb-foods-commits-to-local-sourcing/Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare renewed calls for investors to expand operations in Ghana during a working visit Thursday to the GB Foods manufacturing facility in Tema, citing improved economic conditions and the country’s strategic position as host of the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat. The minister commended GB Foods for plans to significantly increase […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/government-urges-investors-to-expand-operations-as-gb-foods-commits-to-local-sourcing/

Politics

1 week ago Trade Minister meets tomato traders and transporters to resolve the sector’s challenges

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has met with the Federation of Tomato Growers Associations and the Ghana National Tomato Traders and Transporters Association to address challenges disrupting the tomato value chain and restore stability within the industry.

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