… as shallow markets stall infrastructure drive By William Selassy ADJADOGO Africa is not short of capital but mechanisms to deploy it efficiently, Luvuyo Masinda, Chief Executive of Corporate and Investment Banking at Standard Bank Group, has said. Addressing participants at the African Markets Conference 2026 held in Cape Town-South Africa, he noted that although […] The post Africa’s

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The country’s public debt declined by GH¢82.1billion in 2025 – one of the largest annual reductions in its fiscal history – as tighter expenditure controls and improved macroeconomic conditions strengthened government’s balance sheet, the finance ministry said. In a statement, the ministry said the debt stock fell from GH¢726.7billion, equivalent to […] The post Debt,

By Kizito CUDJOE The Ghana Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (GHEITI) has urged government to review its decision appointing the Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas) as national gas aggregator, warning that stalled institutional reforms and legal gaps are undermining clarity in the country’s gas governance framework. In its latest report, GHEITI noted that although Cabinet […] The post GHEITI

Fidelity Bank Ghana has launched the Fidelity Green Lending Fund (GLF), a dedicated concessionary financing facility designed to support businesses operating within Ghana’s growing green economy. The Fund provides tailored financing to climate-friendly and environmentally responsible businesses whose operations reduce environmental harm, promote sustainability, and contribute to inclusive economic growth. The initiative aligns with the […] The post Fidelity

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG) has described the country’s food insecurity report as not just statistics but a national alarm bell. This month, Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) reported that the food insecurity is worsening, with 12.5 million people (roughly 38.1 percent of the population) facing difficulties accessing adequate food as of […] The post Food

The rural and community banking sector has witnessed a historic moment as the Association of Rural Banks officially launched the 50th anniversary celebrations of Rural and Community Banking, a milestone hailed as a triumph of innovation, resilience, and community empowerment. The grand occasion, graced by regulators, policymakers, financial leaders, and stakeholders, was not only a […] The post Rural

By Kizito CUDJOE Gold Fields say the Damang Mine could continue producing for another 9 years with an estimated capital injection of roughly US$600million, even as the miner prepares to hand over the asset on April 18 following a declined lease extension. The feasibility studies, submitted to the Minerals Commission and the Ministry of Lands […] The post Gold Fields

The Minerals Commission has expressed its commitment to regular engagement with stakeholders to ensure collective drive toward sustainability and environmental safety for development. Speaking ahead of a visit of the Western Region, the Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Small-Scale Mining and Industrial Minerals, Maxwell Yao Akpene Klu, said the engagement with operators and key […] The post Minerals

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM MTN Ghana, in a collaboration with Thrive and Shine – a non-governmental organisation (NGO), has organised a significant conference aimed at equipping Ghanaian youth with digital skills, mentorship and practical experience in technology-driven solutions. Speaking at the event dubbed ‘Closing the digital divide: Advancing AI literacy through STEM education’, Kwame Adu […] The post MTN,

You’re on air. The interviewer asks a simple question: “What led to the power outages in the Northern Region?” And suddenly, you’re off. You start reciting a timeline: 1998, 2003, 2010. You mention dozens of figures: budgets, percentages, generation capacity, outage statistics. You trace policy changes across decades. By the time you finish, the original […] The post On

By Scofray Nana Yaw YEBOAH The 5th industrial revolution today is deemed fast-paced for the corporate world, where organisations and investors are allocating huge sums to technology, a strategic AI-driven performance system, and talent acquisition with strong creativity and machine learning capabilities. And as management, CEOs, boards of directors, and investors set sail to fund […] The post The

By Samuel SAM The University for Development Studies (UDS), through its Institute for Interdisciplinary Research (IIR), has used its 20th Harmattan School to rally support for government efforts to position the country’s cultural and creative industries as exportable value chains under the 24-Hour Economy initiative. Presidential Adviser on the 24-Hour Economy Programme, Augustus Goosie Tanoh, […] The post UDS

The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has laid before Parliament the Value for Money Office Bill, describing it as a decisive step to tackle chronic inefficiencies in Ghana’s public financial management system. Presenting the Bill on the floor of the House, Dr. Forson said the proposed legislation is aimed at addressing persistent challenges […] The post Finance

By Gerald SINTIM-ABOAGYE Ghana is rapidly becoming one of West Africa’s most digitized nations. Accelerated fintech adoption, expanding e-commerce, mobile money penetration, and ambitious national digitalization programs have dramatically increased the country’s cybersecurity exposure. As cybercriminals grow more sophisticated, Ghana faces new and evolving digital threats that impact individuals, businesses, and national infrastructure. This article […] The post Cybersecurity

By Frederick Gurah SAMPSON ESQ The objective of every party in Civil Proceedings is to obtain a satisfactory judgment in his or her favour. Having a favourable judgment therefore comes with its own joy and excitement, especially when it comes after a long trial. It was the learned George Bernard Shaw[1], who described his judgment […] The post Wrongful

By Samuel SAM The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research – Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (CSIR-SARI) has trained 30 small-scale agro-processors in improved soybean oil extraction techniques under the Technologies for African Agricultural Transformation Phase II (TAAT II) project. The training forms part of the Soybean Compact funded by the African Development Bank and coordinated […] The post CSIR-SARI

Dr. Steem Koma Jehu Appiah, Ghana’s Ambassador to Russia, was recently recognised for his outstanding achievements with the “Alumni Star” Award at the 66th anniversary celebrations of the Russian University of People’s Friendship (RUDN University) in Moscow. The ceremony, held on February 6th, celebrated the university’s rich history and honored distinguished alumni who have made […] The post Ambassador

The allegation that some officers within the Customs Division of Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) are colluding with importers to undervalue goods, resulting in significant revenue losses to the state, is a serious matter which mustn’t be downplayed. This follows the interception of 18 articulated trucks at the Akanu and Aflao borders on February 18, this […] The post Editorial: Rid Customs Division

On the sidelines of the 39th African Union Summit, African leaders and institutions threw their weight behind a bold initiative to build a New African Financial Architecture (NAFA) that can mobilise resources at scale to finance the continent’s development priorities. The African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat highlights a critical need to unlock African private […] The post Editorial:

The Sister Kingdom Network (SKN) has marked a historic milestone with the signing of its first-ever Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Wanga Kingdom of Kenya and Buipewura of the Gonja Kingdom in Ghana-a groundbreaking moment in Africa’s journey toward traditional-led continental integration. The SKN is a continental framework established to reconnect African kingdoms and […] The post Kenya