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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.

WAMPEX 2026 is coming - but what does it mean for the future of mining in West Africa?

The West African Mining & Power Expo (WAMPEX) is set to convene in Accra in June 2026, marking its 19th edition. With thousands of mining professionals expected, the event aims to foster collaboration and growth- but what challenges will they face?

Can Ghana's shea industry transform from raw commodity to global brand? The VP's opening remarks hint at a bigger push.

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang opened the World Shea Expo 2026 in Tamale, urging partnerships and value addition.

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?

Discover how ongoing international conflicts could pose significant challenges to Ghana's economic stability, despite its natural resource advantages.

The World Bank has issued a warning regarding the potential impact of prolonged Middle East tensions on Ghana's economy. Despite Ghana's status as

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 Wassa-Damang Youth Association is neutral on who takes over Damang Mine - but they have demands.

The Wassa-Damang Youth Association has stated they don't care which company takes over the Damang Mine. The group insists that community development remains their top priority - but what does that mean for the future?

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 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?

Ghanaian traders are demanding an urgent review of port charges, citing concerns over their impact on the cost of doing business.

The Traders Advocacy Group (TAGG) is urging the government to address what it calls excessive charges at Ghana's ports. This intervention is crucial

A Ghanaian MP is raising concerns about a gold mine deal - but what exactly is he worried about?

Suame MP John Darko is calling for value protection in the Damang Gold Mine deal with Engineers and Planners Limited. He is stressing stronger safeguards around equity participation and long-term benefits- but why is this so important?

Ghana's state-owned enterprises have seen a dramatic financial turnaround, but persistent issues in key sectors remain a concern.

SIGA's 2025 State Ownership Report offers a detailed assessment of state-owned entities' performance. The report highlights significant financial

Ghana's financial watchdog is sounding the alarm on two investment schemes operating outside legal frameworks, urging public caution.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a public warning regarding two digital investment platforms, YEPBIT Exchange and BONCHAT.

Africa's virtual asset boom faces a regulatory crossroads - will Accra's summit set the continent's new standard?

Ghana's SEC launches AVAS 2026, a summit for African regulators and markets on tokenization, set for Accra in November.

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?

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.

Get ready for mixed changes at the pumps - how will petrol, LPG and diesel prices shift starting June 1?

Ghanaians brace themselves as petroleum prices are projected to shift at the pumps starting June 1, 2026- impacting petrol, LPG, and diesel. Mixed reviews are expected due to global prices and government interventions, but what will this mean for consumers?