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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

A new airport charge in Ghana has travelers concerned about rising costs-but what does this mean for the region?

Ghana's aviation sector faces turbulence with the introduction of a new Airport Infrastructure Development Charge-impacting international passengers. The levy raises questions about competitiveness and regional integration-potentially reshaping travel dynamics.

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.

What do power outages and BoG losses mean for Ghana? Prime Insight tackles these issues this Saturday!

Prime Insight will host a panel to discuss Ghana's power challenges and the Bank of Ghana's financial losses. The discussion promises legal, political, and economic perspectives- leaving viewers to wonder about the true implications.

From a mining town to the IMF - what pivotal moments shaped Valeria Mensah's journey in economics?

Valeria Mensah is an economist with the IMF, blending her skills with an interest in global economic development. She shares her journey from a Ghanaian mining town to shaping economic policies - but how did her past shape her future?

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.

Ghana-Korea trade is booming, driven by growing business interest - but what sectors are seeing the most growth?

Ghana and the Republic of Korea have seen increasing trade between them. The consistent rise in trade volumes reflects strengthening economic relations between the two countries - but what is driving this?

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?

Global financial institutions are raising concerns about the economic impact of war - how will Ghana be affected?

The World Bank, IMF, and IEA are warning about potential economic fallout from the ongoing war in the Middle East. The institutions highlight possible challenges for Ghana and other low-income economies - but what could these be?

A Deloitte partner is calling for more clarity in Ghana's mining sector - but what's at stake?

Deloitte's Gideon Ayi-Owoo has urged Ghana to establish clear, consistent policies for mining license renewals and local content. Policy uncertainty could threaten future investments and state revenues - but how?

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 seed system is getting a reset - but what does this mean for the country's broader agricultural transformation?

A National Seed System Reset Programme has been launched at the University of Ghana, bringing together stakeholders to discuss strengthening Ghana's seed system. The programme aims to create a modern, coordinated pipeline - hinting at the future of Ghana's agricultural transformation agenda.

Ghana's economic path is under scrutiny - could the nation be stuck in a cycle?

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a warning regarding Ghana's economic policies. They suggest the country's reliance on certain financial strategies could have long-term consequences - but what are they?

A nationwide registration of small-scale miners has begun - but what does this mean for the future of the industry?

The government, in collaboration with the Minerals Commission, has initiated a nationwide registration of small-scale miners. This exercise aims to formalise and regulate the sector - but what benefits will this bring to the miners?

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.

Ghana's drop in mining investment attractiveness raises questions - what impact will this have?

Ghana's mining sector is facing scrutiny as the Global Mining Investment Attractiveness Index reveals a shift in the nation's ranking. Stakeholders are now concerned about what this could mean for the country's appeal to investors.

Why is PIAC so concerned about the future of Ghana's oil production, and what changes are they hoping to see?

PIAC is urging the government and Petroleum Commission to create a plan that will encourage investment in current oil-producing fields. The call comes after Ghana's crude oil production has seen a sixth consecutive annual decline - raising concerns about the country's oil fields.