By Justina NELSON At the Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC), the world’s largest gathering of mining professionals, sustainability was the central currency in every serious conversation about the future of mineral development. As Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), Ghana’s sovereign minerals investment vehicle, I participated in the convention […] The post Lessons

While industrial actions are a legitimate form of expressing worker-grievance, it is pertinent to learn the heavy financial toll that labour strikes impose on the nation. In 2024, the country experienced 22 strikes. Those 22 strikes cost the nation GH¢1.47billion. In 2025, we had eight strikes and they cost the nation about GH¢635million. Dr. George […] The post Editorial: Strike

Her name is Akorfa, or Grace, or Fatima, or Sandra. She is a nurse, a teacher, a market trader, or an accountant. She wakes before everyone else in the house, prepares breakfast, makes the packed lunches, dresses the children, checks whether her mother-in-law has taken her medication, and leaves for work, where she will spend […] The post Her

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Bank of Ghana cut its benchmark interest rate by 150 basis points to 14 percent from 15.5 percent, citing sustained disinflation, improving domestic macroeconomic conditions and elevated real interest rates. Nonetheless, the bank warns that rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions could pose risks to the inflation outlook. The decision, […] The post BoG lowers

…complains high tariffs continue to undermine industry competitiveness By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Electricity tariffs have surged by over 28.2 percent cumulatively since January 2025, increasing production costs for the manufacturing sector. This, according to industry experts, threatens the viability of government’s 24-hour economy initiative. In an exclusive interview with Business and Financial Times (B&FT), the […] The post 24-hour

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE President John Mahama has urged young people to venture into agriculture, describing the sector as a key driver of the country’s future growth. Speaking at the maiden Ghana Agrotech Fair 2026 in Accra, he said agriculture should no longer be seen as a preserve of the elderly but as a modern, innovation-driven […] The post President emphasises youth-led

Newmont paid a total of GH¢12.822 billion in taxes and other statutory payments to the Government of Ghana for 2025, reinforcing the company’s position as a leading contributor to Ghana’s domestic revenue. These payments were made to various state agencies, including the Ghana Revenue Authority, Forestry Commission and the Ministry of Finance. The 2025 full-year […] The post Newmont

The Board of KEK Reinsurance Brokers (Africa) Ltd has appointed Dr. Nashiru Iddrisu as its new Chief Executive Officer. With extensive experience across underwriting, risk management, life insurance operations, and executive leadership, he brings deep industry insight and a proven ability to drive strategic and operational excellence. A seasoned insurance professional Dr. Nashiru Iddrisu is […] The post KEK

The Member of Parliament for New Juaben North, Nana Osei-Adjei has challenged government claims that Ghana’s improving macroeconomic indicators are translating into tangible economic benefits for households and businesses. Speaking during a parliamentary debate on the 2026 State of the Nation Address delivered by John Mahama, the lawmaker argued that the headline indicators cited by […] The post MP

The Association of Ghana Startups (AGS), in partnership with AFOS Foundation, WERise Network, through the Digivibe project, has officially launched the TechServe Employability Programme, a national initiative aimed at recruiting and deploying women in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) careers into startups and SMEs across Ghana. The programme was launched as the second phase of […] The post AGS

As global and local markets respond to shifting inflation dynamics, interest rates, currency movements, and geopolitical developments, navigating uncertainty has become increasingly complex. Clients must therefore be equipped with the knowledge required to make informed decisions under these conditions. In response to this evolving landscape, Standard Chartered has engaged clients in Kumasi through its flagship […] The post Standard

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Sekondi MTN Ghana and Mobile Money Limited have donated food items and cash valued at GH¢200,000 to the Muslim community in the Western Region to support them as they near the end of their fasting period. The donation, which included bags of rice, cooking oil, water, biscuits and assorted drinks, forms […] The post MTN Ghana donates to muslim community

The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) has successfully hosted the fourth edition of its Corporate Sports Jamboree, reinforcing its commitment to promoting networking, collaboration, and healthy living among member companies. With Enterprise Group as lead sponsors, and supported by Blue Skies Ghana LTD., Voltic (GH) LTD., and Kasapreko PLC, the event attracted 700 employees and […] The post UKGCC

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Ghana has warned that emerging global crises pose risks to inflation in the medium-term as supplyside shocks occasioned by the crises are expected to feed into inflation during coming months. According to PwC Ghana’s commentary on February 2026 Consumer Price Index (CPI), trade flow disruptions across the Sahel – […] The post Global

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC) has graduated 214 postgraduate students at the second session of its fourth congregation. The ceremony, held at the university’s campus in Accra, celebrated the academic achievements of the Master’s degree class of 2026, comprising 128 females and 86 males. University leadership and dignitaries […] The post UniMAC

The Bono East Regional Minister, Francis Owusu Antwi, has reaffirmed his commitment to advancing agricultural development as preparations begin for the 3rd edition of the Ghana Agrochemical and Crop Protection Exhibitions and Awards (GACA). The renewed commitment was highlighted during a courtesy visit by Agrihouse Foundation led by its Executive Chair Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa […] The post Bono

By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO Dr. Promise E. Sefogah, Medical Director of SHAPE Healthcare and Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana Medical School has called for greater investment in Ghana’s health sector, stressing that a healthy population is essential for national productivity and economic growth. He made the statement while speaking at the Sustainable Development […] The post Healthy

… About Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs)? By Desmond Isaac Addo Email: [email protected]  Most of us simply turn on the tap and expect water to flow. We rarely stop to think about everything that has to come together to make that happen. In recent weeks, many residents in parts of Accra, myself included, have been following news […] The post What do you know appeared first on The

By-Sheldon Kobina AMBAAH Ghana’s downstream petroleum market remains one of the most strategically important segments of the national economy. It fuels transportation, industrial production, power generation and household energy consumption, while simultaneously influencing inflation, trade balances and social stability. Over the past two decades, the sector has transitioned from a tightly controlled pricing regime to […] The post Price

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The International Women’s Forum (IWF) Ghana hosted a movie night and discussions in Accra to commemorate International Women’s Day (IWD).  The event served as a “casual and informal”  platform for women leaders to celebrate IWD and have friendly chats aiming at strengthening the sisterhood. The famous human rights lawyer and gender […] The post IWF