11 h. ago 68th Independence Day celebrations will cost only a tenth of 2024 amount – Kwakye Ofosu

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has announced that Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebrations will cost only a tenth of the amount spent last year. According to him, this forms part of government efforts to cut costs and redirect funds to essential sectors. Minister of State in charge of […]

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15 h. ago There are less than 60 political appointees at Presidency – Kwakye Ofosu

The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye, has told Parliament that there are currently fewer than 60 presidential staffers working at the Presidency, alongside fewer than 60 Ministers and Deputy Ministers.

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16 h. ago Studentpreneur Africa Festival 2025 to empower youth to shape Africa’s future

The highly anticipated Studentpreneur Africa Festival 2025 is set to take place on 6th and 7th March at the Ghana Digital Centers Limited Accra facility. Under the theme “Igniting Africa’s Future: Celebrating Partnerships, Independence, and Youth Empowerment,” this year’s festival promises to be a transformative event, bringing together young innovators, industry leaders, and stakeholders to […]

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17 h. ago New BoG building: Johnson Asiama’s full speech before Parliament

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Johnson Asiama, appeared before Parliament on Wednesday, March 5, 2025.

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18 h. ago Approvals were secured for all procurement processes for our new HQ – BoG

Stephen Yankyera Amoh, a technical member of the team that accompanied the new Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, to Parliament, has stated that all procurement processes for the construction of the new headquarters were duly approved. He disclosed this when the Governor appeared before Parliament to respond to questions regarding […]

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18 h. ago I’m operating from the new BoG Headquarters – Governor Asiama

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has confirmed that he is operating from the newly constructed headquarters of the central bank.

Culture

19 h. ago Contract for furnishing of new BoG HQ was awarded at $11.1m – Governor

Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiamah, has revealed that the cost of furnishing the central bank’s new headquarters was awarded at $11.1 million as part of several contracts associated with the building project.

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19 h. ago Cost per square meter of BoG HQ lower than Ghana and West African average – Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has defended the cost of the new Bank of Ghana headquarters, stating that its cost per square metre is lower than both Ghanaian and West African market averages. He made this disclosure when he appeared before Parliament to respond to questions regarding the construction of […]

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19 h. ago Discussions for a new headquarters started in 2011 – BoG Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has revealed that discussions regarding the construction of a new headquarters for the central bank began as far back as 2011.

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19 h. ago Don’t allow yourself to be used for “political football” – Afenyo

Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has cautioned the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiamah, against allowing himself to be drawn into political controversies.

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19 h. ago New BoG Headquarters: Value for money audit to be conducted by AESL

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) Dr Johnson Asiama has disclosed that plans are underway to conduct a value for money audit of the new Bank of Ghana Headquarters building at Ridge, Accra. Briefing a committee of Parliament on the cost of the project on Wednesday, March 5, Dr Asiama said steps have […]

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20 h. ago New BoG building: $230m paid to contractor, $31.8m outstanding – Dr Asiama

The new Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has revealed that the state under the previous Nana Akufo-Addo-led administration has paid $230 million to the contractor working on the new BoG building project, with an outstanding balance of $31.8 million still owed to the construction firm.

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20 h. ago Governor of BoG reaffirms commitment to price stability and economic growth

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiamah, has reiterated the central bank's dedication to its core responsibilities of maintaining price stability, ensuring financial sector resilience, and fostering economic growth.

Economics

20 h. ago New BoG building: We commit to focusing on primary responsibility despite controversy – Governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama has assured the public that the central bank remains committed to its primary responsibility of ensuring monetary stability, despite ongoing controversy over its new headquarters building.

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23 h. ago National Economic Dialogue: A comprehensive report will be presented to President Mahama – Prof. John Gatsi

Professor John Gatsi, a member of the National Economic Dialogue Committee, has stated that a comprehensive report on the two-day dialogue held in Accra will be presented to President John Mahama before the end of March 2025.

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23 h. ago National Economic Dialogue: A comprehensive report will be presented to the president – Prof John Gatsi

Professor John Gatsi, a member of the National Economic Dialogue Committee, has stated that a comprehensive report on the two-day dialogue held in Accra will be presented to President John Mahama before the end of March 2025.

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24 h. ago Average Market Rate for the Cedi to the U.S. dollar rises to GHȼ15.81

The Cedi exchange rate vis-a-vis the U.S. dollar continues to depreciate on the foreign exchange market as market rates continue to rise. At the close of business on March 4, 2025, the average rate for $1 stood at ₵15.81, compared to ₵15.55 three months ago.

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24 h. ago JoySports National Dialogue on Sports Governance, Funding, and Infrastructure set for March 13

Scheduled for Thursday, March 13, 2025, across the English-speaking platforms on The Multimedia Group, the event will focus on Governance, Funding, and Infrastructure, bringing together experts to provide insights and solutions.

Sport

25 h. ago Jeremiah Quarshie’s ‘Memories of Yellow’ exhibition opens on March 6

art as a voice for change Renowned Ghanaian artist Jeremiah Quarshie is set to unveil his second solo exhibition in Ghana, ‘Memories of Yellow: A Game of Power and Chance’, in Accra. Curated by Samuel Baah Kotey, this exhibition is a poignant exploration of the water crisis affecting the city and a tribute to the […]

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28 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.

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