BY DR RICHMOND AKWASI ATUAHENE The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has undertaken one of the most assertive reserve management strategies in emerging markets—rapidly accumulating gold between 2023 and 2025, followed by a deliberate rebalancing into foreign exchange assets. This approach reflects a broader global shift in central banking, where gold is regaining prominence as a […] The post Bank

As investor preferences evolve and returns become more nuanced, low-density luxury living is emerging as a smarter, more resilient investment strategy. For decades, real estate success in Accra was largely defined by density. The prevailing logic was simple: maximize unit count to maximize returns. Bigger blocks, tighter layouts, higher volume. While this model delivered results […] The post Beyond

By Juliet ETEFE Policy experts, bankers and industry leaders have called for deliberate efforts to translate the country’s macroeconomic stability into real-sector growth, job creation and productivity amid ongoing global shocks. The call came at the Chartered Institute of Bankers Ghana’s (CIB Ghana) Post-MPC Policy Seminar, held under the theme ‘Balancing Stability and Growth: Interest […] The post Stability

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Bank of Ghana has introduced a revised Cyber and Information Security Directive (CISD), extending regulatory coverage beyond banks to include fintechs, microfinance institutions and other financial sector players as it shifts toward a system-wide approach to managing cyber risk. At the Cyber and Information Security Directive (CISD) launch, Governor Dr. […] The post BoG

President John Dramani Mahama has visited the Sikasu facility of Nobi Agriculture in the Afram Plains, commending the project’s founder, Kwame Awuah-Darko, for the scale and ambition of an agricultural development that is emerging as one of Ghana’s most significant private farming ventures. Accompanied by Minister for Agriculture, Eric Opoku, the President toured key sections […] The post Mahama

…as new mining fleet arrives for Bogoso–Prestea revival Heath Goldfields Ltd. has announced plans to inject US$135 million in its first year of operations, with the arrival of a US$35 million state-of-the-art mining fleet marking a major step in the revival of the Bogoso–Prestea Gold Mine. The fleet, comprising Komatsu 785 haul trucks, excavators, dozers […] The post Heath

By Kizito CUDJOE Gold Fields has said preparations to hand over its Damang mine to government are progressing as planned, ahead of a scheduled transfer in April 2026 following the non-renewal of its lease. The South African miner said the transition, backed by a 12-month lease extension granted in April 2025, is intended to ensure […] The post Damang handover on track ahead

By Christabel DANSO The launch of the Fearless Fund Africa in Ghana has renewed calls for targeted investment in women-led businesses, with its Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer, Arian Simone, citing new data from the World Economic Forum (WEF) which indicates that closing the gender financing gap could unlock up to US$316billion in additional gross […] The post Closing

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM      MTN Ghana has recorded a 36.1 percent year-on-year increase in revenue for 2025. This increase was backed by strong growth in data, mobile money, digital and voice services, as well as rising customer engagement across its platforms. According to Board Chairman of Scancom PLC Ishmael Yamson, the company’s performance […] The post MTN reports 36.1% revenue surge appeared

Floods, fires and extreme weather events are becoming an increasingly harsh reality for small businesses across Ghana, wiping out stock, destroying equipment and pushing entrepreneurs to the brink overnight. To help MSMEs get back on their feet faster, Advans Ghana Savings and Loans has launched the Restart Loan, a facility specifically designed to support businesses […] The post Advans

The West African Examination Council (WAEC) has named two Legacy Girls College candidates, Suleman Huda Suglo, the Overall Best Prize Winner and Paula Adzo Elinam Sowu, the Overall Second Best Prize Winner in West Africa, for the 2025 WASSCE. The two Legacy candidates received the International Excellence Awards at the opening ceremony of WAEC 74th […] The post 2 Legacy

By Sandra Agyeiwaa Otoo Vice-President of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI), Emelia Asiakwa, has called for deliberate investment in women as a key driver of inclusive economic growth. She made the call at the International Women’s Day National Economic Empowerment Programme, held in partnership with TradeMark Africa (TMA), where stakeholders discussed […] The post Investing

By Juliet ETEFE The economy is underpinned by a vast network of formal and informal enterprises, with the latest Integrated Business Establishment Survey I (IBES I) identifying a total of 2.64 million businesses operating nationwide. The survey, conducted by Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) in 2024, provides a comprehensive picture of the country’s business landscape by […] The post 2.64

The Jospong Group of Companies has extended its annual gesture of goodwill to the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr. Osman Nuhu Sharubutu with a donation of bags of rice, boxes of cooking oil, and an undisclosed amount of money during the Eid celebration. The presentation, which took place at the residence of the National Chief […] The post Jospong Group donates to Chief Imam to Mark Eid

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Ministry of Education (MoE), in collaboration with the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the Learning Generation Initiative (LGI), has held the inaugural National Policy Dialogue (NPD) on foundational learning, aimed at reshaping the country’s education landscape. The first session of the NPD, held in Accra under the theme “Leadership for […] The post National

Prudential Bank extended its International Women’s Day celebrations to Labone Senior High School hosting an empowerment session for final year female students on the theme “PBL Women Empowerment Series: Ignite Her for a Sustainable Future.” The event brought together experienced professionals from banking, business, medicine, and corporate leadership to inspire the young women preparing for […] The post Prudential

The anticipated transition of the Damang Mine from Gold Fields Limited to local participation is stirring national debate. But industry experts and stakeholders are urging a shift in narrative—from claims of “state capture” to recognition of Ghana’s growing industrial capability. At the center of this conversation is Engineers & Planners (E&P), a Ghanaian-owned firm with […] The post Engineers

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has called for a unified continental roadmap to integrate digital technology into classrooms, asserting that Africa’s future prosperity depends on the resilience and relevance of its education systems. The minister, in a speech read on his behalf by the Technical Advisor at the ministry, Prof. […] The post Education

By Constance Gbedzo The 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) delivered by President, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama was not just a constitutional requirement, but a victory lap for a resilient nation and a strategic roadmap for its most valuable asset, the youth. For the first time in a generation, Ghana’s story is no […] The post Why 2026 is the Year of the Youth appeared first on The

Africa’s digital infrastructure debate is shifting from basic connectivity to a more complex phase centred on compute capacity, policy alignment and institutional readiness. Two upcoming editions of Africa Hyperscalers Conversations – a global view will examine this transition, featuring Guy Zibi and Bright Simons in separate sessions. The discussions come amid a surge in global […] The post Zibi,