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Analysis of Ghana's proposed Loans Act and whether legislation can enforce the fiscal discipline that IMF conditionality

Analysis of Ghana's proposed Loans Act and whether legislation can enforce the fiscal discipline that IMF conditionality cannot sustain permanently

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.

Trump is at odds with the Fed chair - and hints at firing him if he doesn't leave. What could happen?

Donald Trump has threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The two are in a spat over interest rates - and now a potential investigation adds fuel to the fire.

Vendors in Ellembelle are rejecting 10 and 20 pesewas coins, despite Bank of Ghana warnings that all valid denominations

Vendors in Ellembelle are rejecting 10 and 20 pesewas coins, despite Bank of Ghana warnings that all valid denominations remain legal tender.

The World Shea Expo returns to Tamale-but can it transform Ghana's shea industry?

The World Shea Expo is returning to Tamale in 2026, bringing together stakeholders in the shea industry. The event aims to boost investment and trade-but what challenges will they face?

The IMF warns of hidden risks in global credit markets- could the Middle East war trigger a financial crisis?

The IMF is sounding the alarm about the war in the Middle East and its potential impact on the global economy. The apparent calm in financial markets may be masking vulnerabilities- but what could happen if the war escalates?

The U.S.-Israeli war against Iran could affect the recent improvement in Ghana’s economy - how?

Bank of Ghana Governor Asiama says the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran poses a fresh threat to Ghana’s inflation outlook. The Governor notes that geopolitical uncertainty is pushing up gold prices - but will that be enough?

Ghana's commitment to sustainable finance was highlighted at a recent meeting - but what does this mean for the economy?

Matilda Asante-Asiedu, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, attended the NGFS Plenary in South Africa. Discussions centered on sustainable finance and climate-conscious financial supervision - and the implications could be significant.

Financial markets are being redesigned, with emerging economies at the forefront - but what does this mean for Ghana?

At the ACI World Congress in Accra, central bank governors discussed financial markets. The focus was on how emerging economies are redesigning them - but the implications are still unclear.

Trump says he called off Iran attacks at the request of Gulf states- but what does this mean for global markets?

Tensions in the Middle East continue as the US considers military action against Iran- with Gulf states now involved. Energy markets are volatile, and the potential impact on the global economy looms large- but how will it all unfold?

Ghana's Parliamentary Press Corps sharpen their skills - but what crucial role does financial reporting play in a strong democracy?

The Parliament of Ghana, World Bank, and FCDO collaborated on a workshop for journalists. The aim was to boost their capacity for public financial reporting- but the implications could be far-reaching.

Ghana's MPC grapples with a complex decision - can they balance low inflation with rising global uncertainty?

The Bank of Ghana's Monetary Policy Committee is meeting to review the policy rate amidst global economic uncertainty- a decision made more complex by improvements in key economic indicators. The committee must navigate a shifting landscape, balancing domestic progress with emerging external threats- but what choices will they make?

Why is the Minority demanding a full audit of the Gold for Reserves Programme? What did they discover?

Ghana's Minority Caucus is calling for accountability regarding the Gold for Reserves Programme. The caucus has concerns about financial discrepancies between Ghana Goldbod and the Bank of Ghana - and the management of national assets.

A Ghanaian MP's past warnings about the Bank of Ghana are now in the spotlight - but what does the new report say?

Dr. Gideon Boako, MP for Tano North, previously raised concerns about the Bank of Ghana's financial dealings- specifically regarding the GoldBod program. The central bank has now released its delayed 2025 audited financial statements, but what do they reveal?

Why is a former Information Minister so worried about the Bank of Ghana's finances and its 'reset agenda'?

Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has urged for the urgent recapitalisation of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), raising concerns about its financial position. He warned that emerging policy directions could undermine the central bank's stability - if not carefully managed.

The Bank of Ghana's financial position has raised concerns - but what could this mean for the country's economy?

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is calling for policy attention after reviewing the Bank of Ghana's 2025 financial statements. Certain trends could have implications for Ghana's fiscal outlook and post-programme economic management - but what are they?

The Majority says the central bank's rising losses are a necessary cost - but a cost of what, exactly?

Ghana's Majority caucus in Parliament is in disagreement with the Minority over the Bank of Ghana's financial performance. The Majority claims that rising losses are tied to stabilisation efforts - but what does that mean for the central bank?

Parliament anticipates improved financial results for the Bank of Ghana - but what factors are at play?

The Majority in Parliament addressed the Bank of Ghana's (BoG) expected 2025 loss. They argued that structural changes and policy reforms will reduce future financial pressures on the central bank - but how?