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GOLDBOD's "beautiful" financials hide a troubling truth - what is the real cost of the state gold program?

Ghana Gold Board's (GOLDBOD) 2025 financials paint a picture of success, touting significant gold assays and a healthy surplus. Examining these figures alongside the Bank of Ghana's results, however, reveals a stark contrast - raising questions about the true cost of GOLDBOD's operations.

Ghana has built robust payment infrastructure, but a critical question remains: can businesses access the credit needed to truly grow?

Ghana's Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu highlighted a significant $4.8 billion SME financing gap during the National ICT Week. This shortfall

A prominent think tank is challenging the Ghana Gold Board over missing financial reports, sparking concerns about transparency and public access to

The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) has accused the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) of breaching transparency laws. This comes

Archbishop Duncan-Williams warns of a sophisticated network targeting Ghana's gold sector, raising questions about the future of its mineral

Archbishop Nicholas Duncan-Williams has voiced concerns about powerful interests attempting to infiltrate Ghana's formal gold trade. He suggests

Discover how GoldBod's operations are contributing to state revenue and what this means for Ghana's gold sector.

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is under scrutiny regarding its financial contributions to the state. Questions are being raised about the

TUC Chairman Bernard Owusu issues a stern warning regarding the future of VALCO, hinting at potential action if worker concerns are not addressed.

The Chairman of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Bernard Owusu, has urged authorities to halt processes concerning the future of the Volta Aluminium

GACL assures the Airport Infrastructure Development Levy won't burden travellers - but what projects will it fund?

James Agalga, Board Chairman of GACL, explains the government's Airport Infrastructure Development Levy. The levy aims to fund critical airport projects - but its implementation has sparked debate.

AFAG is demanding a forensic audit of GoldBod, citing questionable expenditures and potential conflicts of interest that raise serious concerns.

The Alliance for Accountable Governance (AFAG) has called for a forensic audit of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) due to suspected fiscal

An expert is pushing for changes in Ghana's mining sector - but what could these changes mean for the country's economy?

Dr. Frank Boateng is advocating for increased Ghanaian participation in the extractive sector. He argues that broader local ownership is critical to ensuring more citizens and mining communities benefit - but what changes need to happen?

Discover how one man's bold career pivot led to the establishment of key manufacturing industries in Ghana.

Tony Oteng-Gyasi left a promising career at British Petroleum in Ghana to pursue his entrepreneurial vision. His decision laid the groundwork for a

Ghana's lateness culture reflects weak accountability, not habit. Stronger systems can protect time, productivity and pu

Ghana's lateness culture reflects weak accountability, not habit. Stronger systems can protect time, productivity and public respect across the

A former Finance Minister alleges that the true cost of the government's gold purchasing program is far greater than public figures indicate.

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, a former Finance Minister, has raised concerns regarding the government's gold purchasing program and its reported financial

Tensions escalate as sanctioned tankers navigate a critical waterway - but to what end?

Amid a US blockade on Iranian ports, several vessels - including US-sanctioned tankers - have been navigating the Strait of Hormuz. These movements raise questions about global energy trade and international relations - but what could this mean for the future?

Ghana's economic future hinges on a critical decision: expanding its commodity management strategy beyond a single-mineral focus.

Ghana is considering a major shift in how it manages its vast natural resources, moving beyond single-commodity interventions. This strategic

Why are jet fuel prices changing faster than planes can fly, and what does it mean for your next flight?

African airlines are struggling with rising jet fuel costs amidst global supply concerns - a situation exacerbated by international conflicts. The instability is creating operational challenges, forcing airlines to implement defensive measures.

Discover why Africa's next chapter depends less on innovative concepts and more on the foundational structures that can sustain and scale them.

Africa faces a critical development challenge beyond just generating new ideas, focusing instead on the architectural failures that hinder progress.