14 h. ago Deploy intelligent prepaid metres to address inefficiencies in ECG revenue collection – Apetorgbor

In a paper on “Critical Analysis of the Proposal to Privatize ECG’s Billing and Collection Services,” he said privatizing the billing and collection segment of ECG aimed at addressing inefficiencies in revenue collection would not address ECG’s fundamental challenges.

Politics

20 h. ago We are confident of dealing with financial challenges in the energy sector – John Jinapor

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has assured Ghanaians that the government remains confident in addressing the financial challenges confronting the energy sector.

Economics

22 h. ago Energy Ministry reaffirms partnership with AETC for AETC 2025

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition is proud to reaffirm its partnership with the Africa Energy Technology Centre (AETC) for the upcoming Africa Energy Technology Conference (AETC 2025), a groundbreaking event aimed at shaping the future of Africa’s energy landscape.

Politics

31 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

32 h. ago Outstanding liabilities about GH₵80 billion – Energy Minister reveals

Energy Minister John Jinapor has revealed that Ghana’s energy sector is grappling with outstanding liabilities of approximately GH₵80 billion, with the debt

Politics

35 h. ago Energy Minister meets with Bridge Power Co. Ltd over shutdown of operations due to ECG’s $47M debt

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor has today, Tuesday, March 4, met with operators of Bridge Power Co. Ltd. following the decision of the latter to shut down its operations due to the non-payment of supply arrears totalling $47m owed to EPL for 7 months of operations.

Politics

42 h. ago VAT system to undergo significant reforms – Finance Minister assures businesses

The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has indicated plans to reform the country’s Value Added Tax (VAT) system, to enhance collection of domestic revenue for the state. According to him, this has become critical due to the inefficiencies in the current system, which is not yielding the necessary results. Speaking on the first […]

Economics

5 d. ago Toward an Energy Hub: Ghana Commits to Accelerated Investment Drive

A recent meeting in London between Ghana’s Ministry of Energy and Green Transition and the African Energy Chamber highlighted the country’s commitment to attracting new investment across its energy sector and positioning itself as West Africa’s premier energy hub.

Events

5 d. ago Ghana’s Energy Debt Crisis Ignites Debate Over Privatization and Market Reforms

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-energy-debt-crisis-ignites-debate-over-privatization-and-market-reforms/Ghana’s energy sector is teetering under a $3 billion debt burden, Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor revealed during his parliamentary vetting this week, sparking urgent calls for privatization and structural reforms to prevent systemic collapse. The staggering figure, compounded by $1.2 billion owed to independent power producers (IPPs), has exposed deep flaws in a state-dominated […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/ghanas-energy-debt-crisis-ignites-debate-over-privatization-and-market-reforms/

Economics

5 d. ago ARC Ltd. and IFC Forge Partnership to Shield African Agriculture from Climate Risks

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/arc-ltd-and-ifc-forge-partnership-to-shield-african-agriculture-from-climate-risks/In a strategic move to bolster Africa’s agricultural resilience, African Risk Capacity Limited (ARC Ltd.) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) announced a collaboration Thursday aimed at mitigating climate-related risks for farmers and agribusinesses. Signed at Johannesburg’s Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch, the partnership seeks to unlock investment in a sector critical to the continent’s food […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/arc-ltd-and-ifc-forge-partnership-to-shield-african-agriculture-from-climate-risks/

Culture

5 d. ago Former Energy Minister Demands Apology Over “False” Directive Claims

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/former-energy-minister-demands-apology-over-false-directive-claims/Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Ghana’s former Energy Minister, has demanded an immediate retraction and apology from Bright Simons, Vice President of policy think tank IMANI Africa, over what he calls “factually inaccurate” claims linking him to a controversial 2020 oil unitisation directive. The dispute stems from a social media post by Simons, later amplified by […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://newsghana.com.gh/former-energy-minister-demands-apology-over-false-directive-claims/

Politics

6 d. ago African Business Giants Navigate Tough Year as Top 500 Ranking Highlights Slowdown

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/african-business-giants-navigate-tough-year-as-top-500-ranking-highlights-slowdown/Africa’s corporate landscape is facing a challenging year, as revealed by the latest Top 500 African Companies ranking, published by The Africa Report and Jeune Afrique. The 2025 edition shows a 3.1% decline in total revenues, with Africa’s largest firms collectively earning $736.8 billion—a stark contrast to the near 25% growth seen in the previous two years. The slowdown reflects a confluence of economic […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://newsghana.com.gh/african-business-giants-navigate-tough-year-as-top-500-ranking-highlights-slowdown/

Politics

6 d. ago Eni applauds Energy Ministry’s decision to withdraw Sankofa oil field unitisation directives

Eni, a global leader in the energy sector, has welcomed the decision by Ghana’s Ministry of Energy and Green Transition to withdraw the Unitisation Directives issued in 2020 concerning the Sankofa oil field.

Politics

6 d. ago Eni applauds Energy Ministry’s decision to withdraw Sankofa oil field unitisation directives, commits to boost investments

Eni, a global leader in the energy sector, has welcomed the decision by Ghana’s Ministry of Energy and Green Transition to withdraw the Unitisation Directives issued in 2020 concerning the Sankofa oil field.

Politics

6 d. ago Bright Simons: Ghana has decided to save itself from further embarrassment

The new government of Ghana has decided to save the country from further embarrassment by withdrawing a bizarre order issued by the former Energy Minister & Vice Presidential Candidate of the former ruling party, NPP.

Politics

7 d. ago Energy Minister John Jinapor engages partners of East Cape Three Point Block

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, on Wednesday, 26th February 2025, held discussions with key partners of the 1,560-square-kilometre East Cape Three Point Block.

Politics

7 d. ago Energy Ministry withdraws directive seeking to unitize ENI, Springfield, and Vitol oil fields

The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor has withdrawn the directive seeking to unitize oil fields ENI, Vitol and Springfield oil. This was contained in a letter seen by JOYBUSINESSS addressed to the Managing Director of ENI Ghana, Country Manager of Vitol Upstream Energy, and Springfield Exploration and Production. Reasons The minister in […]

Sport

8 d. ago Ghana’s Revenue Revolution: How the GRA can hit the GHȼ200bn target

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has set an audacious revenue target of GHȼ200 billion for the year 2025. This announcement has sparked discussions across economic and policy circles, given that Ghana’s revenue collection has historically faced significant challenges. Achieving this target would not only be a testament to the country’s economic resilience but also a game-changer in financing critical developmental projects.

Events

8 d. ago Deputy Energy Minister nominee backs privatisation of parts of ECG’s operations

Deputy Minister-designate for Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan-Mensah, has supported the calls for the privatisation of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

Politics

8 d. ago ‘Dumsor’ is not back – Deputy Minister nominee for Energy assures

The Deputy Minister Designate for Energy, Richard Mensah Gyan has sought to reassure the public that the nation will not experience a return of the dreaded power outages known as "dumsor."

Politics