By Michael AUSTIN Ghana’s construction industry is experiencing one of the most dynamic periods in its history. From high-rise residential developments in Accra to mixed-use schemes in Kumasi and major infrastructure projects across the country, the built environment is rapidly evolving. This growth reflects ambition, confidence, and economic progress. Yet beneath this progression lies a […] The post Building

Consumer inflation eased further to 3.8 percent in January 2026, extending a 13-month disinflation streak and marking the lowest rate since the consumer price index was rebased in 2021, data from the Ghana Statistical Service showed. Prices rose just 0.2 percent month on month, reflecting broad-based easing across food and non-food items. Food inflation slowed […] The post Inflation eased

Telecel Group and King’s Trust International have signed a new partnership agreement to support foundational digital skills development for young people in Ghana. The initiative will support a targeted project focused on Junior High Schools in Ghana, helping to address gaps in access to practical ICT education. Although ICT is a compulsory subject in Ghanaian […] The post Telecel

The management of Business and Financial Times (B&FT), the nation’s number one business news organisation and its key partner, Ecobank Ghana PLC, has embarked on a strategic youth engagement initiative on campuses, mobilising the next generation of leaders ahead of the Ghana Youth Economic Forum (YEF) 2025. The first in-person campus engagement, which took place […] The post B&FT

The organisers of the Digital Assets Summit Africa (DASA) 2026 have announced the participation of Ambassador Harold Agyeman, Ghana’s former Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, as a confirmed speaker for the landmark continental summit scheduled for September 29-30, 2026 in Accra. The announcement signals a strong focus on cross-border trade, digital finance […] The post Former

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has urged government to stop renewing expiring mining leases and instead adopt a new mining policy anchored in state ownership of mineral resources, with private firms engaged strictly through service contracts. Ghana’s former Chief Justice, Sophia Akuffo, stating the institute’s position at a press briefing […] The post Don’t

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Chief Investment Officer of Axis Pension Trust, Peter Bawuah has admonished government to use this period of economic stability for a radical  portfolio diversification while ensuring the financial system fuels the real sector to build lasting resilience. Speaking at 4th Annual Forcast Dinner and Charter Recognition Ceremony organised by the […] The post Diversify

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Tree Crop Development Authority (TCDA) has assured the global cashew market of Ghana’s raw cashew nuts’ (RCN) quality for the 2026 trading season. CEO-TCDA Dr. Andrews Okrah gave this assurance at the 12th World Cashew Conference in Dubai, declaring the 2025/2026  trading season open and inviting global buyers to patronise Ghana’s […] The post TCDA

The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), on Friday January 30, paid a distinguished courtesy call on Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene and a revered alumnus of the University, at the Manhyia Palace. The visit formed part of activities marking UPSA’s year-long 60th Anniversary celebrations and was undertaken to formally convey an invitation to […] The post UPSA leadership

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Tarkwa President John Dramani Mahama has assured the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) of government support to resolve key institutional challenges raised by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Richard Kwasi Amankwah, including the licencing of a proposed small-scale mine, completing the Mining Museum of Ghana and financial clearance for lecturer recruitment. Addressing the […] The post President

…to deepen leadership and performance culture The Agricultural Development Bank PLC (ADB) has taken a decisive step in strengthening its leadership and performance culture with the successful hosting of its maiden Inspire to Impact (I2I) Conference, an engagement aimed at aligning mindset, leadership responsibility, and execution across the Bank. The conference, held at Alisa Hotel […] The post ADB

The Borla Taxi and Tricycle Association (BTTA) has officially sworn in its newly elected national executives at a ceremony held at the Omanye Hall of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA). The event, held on Tuesday, February 3, brought together representatives from key institutions including the Environmental Protection Agency, Footprints Ghana, ESPA, the Ministry of Local […] The post Borla

The Yamoransa Model (YM) Labs Program has announced the fifth edition of its Annual Impact Roundtable Discussions (AIRTAD) and Robotics Competition, scheduled for February 24–27, 2026, in Accra. The main events will take place on February 26 and 27 at the Cedi Conference Centre, University of Ghana, Legon, under the theme “Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce Through […] The post Yamoransa

MTN FA Cup Round of 16 draws for the 2025/26 have produced an exciting set of fixtures that promise drama, rivalry and potential upsets as clubs intensify their chase for Ghana’s most prestigious knock-out title. Asante Kotoko will play against Aduana FC in what is widely regarded as the headline fixture of the round, at […] The post MTN FA Cup round 16 draw throws up big clashes appeared

We talk endlessly about the infrastructure of roads, bridges, power stations, data cables, and so on, because they are visible, measurable, and easy to showcase. They create great photo opportunities and generate compelling headlines. Yet, beneath the steel and concrete, beneath the policy frameworks and financing models, there is another form of infrastructure that is […] The post The Infrastructure

By Kwame A. APEANING Ghana sits on one of West Africa’s most significant natural salt endowments. From the vast pans of Ada and Songor to the Keta Lagoon and the coastal belt stretching westward, salt has been harvested for centuries and traded across the sub-region long before colonial borders existed. Yet, in a puzzling contradiction, […] The post The salt paradox appeared first on The

By  Enock Yeboah-Mensah The boardroom was charged with anticipation. On the table before them were numbers, projections, and policies, but behind each figure lay a deeper question: could Apogee Bank’s 2026 retail strategy withstand real-world shocks from the Bank of Ghana? Theocharis knew the answer wasn’t just about policy on paper; it was about behavior, […] The post CASES

Mr. Simon Madjie, Chief Executive Officer-Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), believes Africa must take deliberate steps to industrialise in order to improve living standards and fully harness the opportunities presented by continental integration initiatives. To him, Africa is at a critical stage in the implementation of Agenda 2063 and the African Continental Free Trade Area […] The post Accelerating

GCB Bank PLC has marked its annual thanksgiving activities with a series of interfaith engagements, bringing together management and staff in reflection, worship and gratitude for the Bank’s journey. As part of the programme, a delegation from GCB Bank, led by the Executive Head of Retail Banking, Mr. Sina Kamagate, paid a courtesy call on […] The post GCB Bank marks annual

The Centre for Policy Scrutiny (CPS) has raised serious concerns over the 2026 budget’s capital expenditure (CAPEX) plans, warning that the proposed 141 percent increase is highly ambitious and may be difficult to implement without jeopardising fiscal stability. As far back as November 20, 2025, CPS held a media engagement and – while commending government […] The post Editorial: