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AMA arrests six drivers, mates over alleged unapproved fare hikes
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has arrested six commercial transport operators for allegedly charging passengers fares above the officially approved rates within the Central...
High Business Costs Threaten Ghana’s Growth and Diversification – World Bank
The World Bank warns that Ghana’s difficult business environment continues to be an obstacle to the country’s growth. Unreliable and costly connections raise operating...
Ghana to stop unrefined artisanal gold exports from September
Ghana will prohibit the export of unrefined artisanal gold dore purchased by self-financing aggregators from September 1, 2026, under a new GoldBod directive requiring...
BoG SEC aim for 2027 to fully put the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act into action
The Government is aiming for 2027 to start using the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025 (Act 1154). The Bank of Ghana (BoG) and...
Gold fields raises concern over uncertainty surrounding Tarkwa mine lease renewal
Gold Fields has raised concerns over uncertainty surrounding the renewal of its mining leases for the Tarkwa mine in Ghana, even as the South...
IMF cautions Ghana against rushing back to international capital markets
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised Ghana to focus on rebuilding investor confidence and improving its credit rating before seeking to borrow again...
NLA, union agree on measures to resolve salary and tax disputes
The National Lottery Authority (NLA) and its local union have reached an agreement aimed at resolving outstanding concerns over staff salaries and income tax...
24-Hour economy attracts $5.5 billion in project commitments
Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme has attracted about US$5.5 billion in project commitments, largely from private-sector investors, one year after its...
Heated fare dispute sparks political debate in public transport
A disagreement over transport fares between a driver, a mate and a passenger turned into a heated political discussion among passengers while travelling in...
Ghana’s currency needs a refresh, Mahama says
President John Dramani Mahama has said Ghana’s currency is “long overdue for refreshing”, stressing the importance of regularly upgrading the security features on banknotes...
NHIA releases GH¢35.1 million for free primary healthcare in 107 districts
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has released GH¢35,099,215.84 to 107 districts participating in Ghana’s Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) programme as payment for the...
IMF Approves Final Review of Ghana’s $3bn Bailout Programme, Unlocks Final US$371m Disbursement
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the final review of Ghana’s US$3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme, marking...
Atta Akyea takes over Wontumi’s defence in GH¢30m Exim Bank case as plea bargain talks continue
Former Akyem Abuakwa South MP Samuel Atta Akyea has officially taken over as lead counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly...
Some OMCs raise fuel prices ahead of new bi-weekly pricing window
Some Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have increased fuel prices ahead of the upcoming bi-weekly pricing window, reflecting mounting pressure in Ghana's downstream petroleum sector....
Ghana’s public debt climbs to GH¢720.8 billion in May 2026
Ghana’s total public debt increased to GH¢720.8 billion in May 2026, representing 45.1% of Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to the Bank of Ghana’s...
Ghana’s producer inflation falls to 3.5% in June, GSS reports
Ghana’s Producer Price Inflation (PPI) declined to 3.5% in June 2026, down from 5.6% recorded in May, according to the latest figures released by...
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