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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.

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?

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?

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.

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 pharmaceutical industry is set for a major boost-find out how the Trade Ministry plans to achieve this.

The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry is implementing a new initiative to bolster Ghana's pharmaceutical sector. This program aims to transform the country into a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing hub in West Africa.

Ghana's oil palm industry is at a critical juncture, with new calls for action to unlock its full potential and address significant production

Ghana's Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has called for coordinated measures to revitalize the nation's oil palm industry. This

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?

Ghana is transitioning from an IMF financial aid program to a new policy partnership-what does this mean for the nation's economic future?

Ghana's economic relationship with the International Monetary Fund is undergoing a significant transformation following the conclusion of its

Despite positive economic indicators, an expert analysis suggests Ghana's fiscal health might be more constrained than it appears.

The Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) is questioning whether Ghana's recent economic gains have translated into genuine

The ICU is calling on the government to take significant steps to boost employment and industrial growth, but what specific actions are they

The Industrial and Commercial Workers' Union (ICU), Ghana, has urged the government to revive distressed state-owned enterprises. This move aims to

UMB Capital's Head of Finance says judging the BoG requires looking beyond the numbers - but at what, exactly?

Nelson Cudjoe Kuagbedzi of UMB Capital suggests the Bank of Ghana's success should be judged by its core mandate- maintaining price stability. He highlights the BoG's policy interventions and their costs, urging a focus beyond the balance sheet.

The Bank of Ghana is navigating a complex economic landscape - but what challenges could these decisions pose?

Bank of Ghana Governor, Johnson Asiamah, addressed the press after the MPC meeting. He cited the Middle East crisis as a key factor influencing the decision to hold the policy rate- raising questions about economic stability. How might global events impact local financial strategies?

Ghana's economy faces new uncertainties as global conditions worsen - but how will the nation respond?

The Bank of Ghana is concerned about economic stability as the Middle East crisis deepens. Rising global energy prices are beginning to fuel inflationary pressures - but what does this mean for recovery efforts?

Geopolitical tensions may impact Ghana's economy-but how?

Bank of Ghana Governor-Dr. Asiama-addressed the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) on the potential impacts of Middle East geopolitical tensions. He noted rising gold prices could support Ghana's trade balance-but there are broader implications.

The Bank of Ghana is planning a major shift in cocoa financing - but what does it mean for the local economy?

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is planning a new cocoa financing model. It involves raising $1 billion from the local bond market to finance cocoa purchases for the 2026/2027 crop season - part of efforts to strengthen the cocoa financing system. The proposed funding model comes amid efforts to revive the cocoa sector - but what impact will it have?

Renewed tensions in the Middle East and rising global oil prices could significantly impact Ghana's economic stability and inflation outlook.

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, has issued a warning regarding the potential for global oil price volatility to heighten

Government is pushing a hybrid model for the extractive sector - but what does this mean for foreign investors?

Ghana's government is advocating for a hybrid approach to financing its extractive sector. Stakeholders are discussing how to maximize benefits from natural resources - but what path will they take?