10 h. ago We can’t underestimate impacts of Covid–19 and Russian/Ukrainian War on Ghana’s Economy – Dr. George Domfe

The Executive Director at policy think tank, the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy, IERPP, Dr. George Domfe, has dismissed claims that Ghana’s economy was not adversely impacted by the deadly coronavirus pandemic and the war Russia waged on Ukraine.

Events

11 h. ago Ato Forson outlines structural reforms to revitalise Ghanaian economy

Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, the Minister of Finance, Monday unveiled a comprehensive strategy aimed at resetting Ghana’s economy through rigorous structural reforms.

Politics

14 h. ago ‘I will have to raise prices by 10%’ – toymakers warn of tariff pain

The business of the North American Toy Fair, an annual showcase of the latest in silly putty, monster trucks and board games, is fun. But this year at the convention center in New York City, tariffs were killing the vibe.

Events

14 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

15 h. ago Melania Trump urges lawmakers to sign bill combatting revenge

Melania Trump was on Capitol Hill Monday to urge lawmakers to vote for a bill with bipartisan support that would make so-called "revenge-porn" a federal crime.

Politics

20 h. ago Trudeau hits out at ‘dumb’ tariffs as Trump warns of further hikes against Canada

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau slammed Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on Canada, calling it a "very dumb thing to do" and vowed to conduct a "relentless fight" to protect its economy.

Events

20 h. ago Zelensky vows to ‘make things right’ with Trump and negotiate peace

Volodymyr Zelensky said he was ready to work under Donald Trump's "strong leadership" to achieve a lasting peace days after their explosive Oval Office meeting.

Politics

21 h. ago Trudeau says Trump’s tariffs designed to collapse Canada’s economy

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has slammed Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on Canada, calling it a "very dumb thing to do" and vowed to conduct a "relentless fight" to protect its economy.

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22 h. ago We need a strong economy to meet labour needs – Rashid Pelpuo

The Minister for Labour, Jobs, and Employment, Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo, has emphasised that a strong and viable economy is essential to meeting the needs of workers in Ghana.

Politics

22 h. ago National Economic Dialogue calls for urgent reforms to revive Ghana’s economy

The government, in collaboration with key stakeholders, has concluded the National Economic Dialogue (NED) with a strong call for structural reforms to address Ghana's economic challenges.

Economics

22 h. ago Private sector key to averting energy sector collapse – John Jinapor

Energy Minister John Jinapor has warned that Ghana’s energy sector is on the brink of collapse if urgent measures, including private sector participation, are not implemented to address its financial challenges.

Politics

22 h. ago National Economic Dialogue proposes 6 actionable steps to revive crisis

The 2-day National Economic Dialogue (NED) by the Government of Ghana and its key stakeholders rose from the Accra International Conference Centre with six key action points requiring urgent reforms to revive the ailing national economy.

Events

24 h. ago Gender advocate applauds President Mahama’s commitment to enforcing the Affirmative Action Act

Gender advocate and media personality, Josephine Oppong-Yeboah, has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for his strong desire to enforcing the Affirmative Action Act of 2024 (Act 1121). The Act, designed to promote gender equity across all facets of national life in Ghana, aims to ensure that women’s voices are heard and included in every area […]

Politics

27 h. ago We should appreciate the true state of the economy from those with the data – Prof Mensah

Economist at the University of Ghana Business School, Prof Lord Mensah has emphasised the importance of looking to experts working directly with economic data rather than political figures or speculative projections.

Politics

33 h. ago $5.4 million in appearance fees and worse. The GFA’s preposterous 2022 World Cup budget proposal revealed

Time is a great source of irony. It reveals the truth in every matter, yet, often after the fact and when very little can be salvaged. Only a week ago, the Ghana Football Association was pontificating piety, trumpeting its innocence in the thorny issue of Black Stars budgets and national team expenditure.The football governing body […]

Economics

39 h. ago Public spending must be reformed to avoid economic collapse – Finance Minister

Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has warned that excessive and inefficient public spending is pushing the country towards economic instability.

Economics

39 h. ago Consumers cannot be forced to pay higher tariffs to cover ECG’s inefficiencies – Ato Forson calls for reform

Electricity distribution company, Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), is at the center of a financial crisis, draining billions from the national budget while struggling with inefficiencies and revenue losses.

Economics

43 h. ago IMANI proposes a RESET on governance to revitalise Ghana’s economy

The founding president and CEO of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has proposed a radical approach to governance reform aimed at tackling Ghana’s entrenched public financial mismanagement.

Politics

43 h. ago Mahama is painting a picture of economy in coma misleading – Stephen Amoah

The former Deputy Minister of Finance and Nhyiaeso MP, Dr Stephen Amoah, has dismissed claims by President John Dramani Mahama that Ghana’s economy is in a dire state.

Politics

43 h. ago Mahama painting a picture of economy in coma misleading – Stephen Amoah

The former Deputy Minister of Finance and Nhyiaeso MP, Dr Stephen Amoah, has dismissed claims by President John Dramani Mahama that Ghana’s economy is in a dire state.

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