Aramco's uncertainty highlights a shift: Is Iran, not the US, now key to reopening global energy markets?
Tensions in the Middle East are disrupting global energy markets, involving Iran, the US, and Saudi Arabia. The ability of one nation to impact shipping routes raises questions about long-term stability - and who truly holds the power.
A young woman's future hung in the balance - could an apprenticeship program be the key to unlocking her potential?
Bernice Asare, a Chemistry graduate, faced post-National Service anxieties despite her degree. Newmont's apprenticeship program offered her a chance, but could she thrive without an engineering background?
Afreximbank unveils a US$10B programme to help Africa and CARICOM cope with Middle East conflict fallout - but how?
Afreximbank is launching a programme aimed at shielding African and CARICOM economies from the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The US$10 billion Gulf Crisis Response Programme (GCRP) hopes to address economic shocks - but what challenges will it face?
Global institutions are coordinating to address the energy crisis - but what does this mean for Ghana?
The IEA, IMF, and World Bank have announced joint measures amidst the Middle East conflict. These measures aim to help vulnerable countries- but what challenges are they facing?
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 new directive seeks to transition mining activities to local firms - but will it actually work?
The United Party (UP) has commented on a recent government directive regarding the mining sector. The directive aims to shift operational mining activities to local Ghanaian contractors- but what could this mean for the economy?
SWIM tapped a new advisor to help youth explore climate-smart agriculture. What does this mean for the future?
The Student Workforce Innovation Movement (SWIM) has a new advisor. The goal is to boost workforce innovation and climate-smart agriculture - but how will this affect the future of food?
Can the Africa Energy Technology Centre's initiatives restructure the continent's energy architecture?
The Africa Energy Technology Conference (AETC 2026) convened in Accra, Ghana, to address Africa's energy paradox- vast resources overshadowed by energy poverty. AETC aims to transition Africa into an integrated economy, but regional value chains remain theoretical without integrated energy systems.
BYD says it's doing great without the US market - but can that last? Find out more...
Chinese EV-maker BYD is thriving, despite being largely shut out of the US market- a situation that bucks the trend. The company is now focused on meeting demand in other regions- but what challenges might they face?
A new report analyzes the prices of maize, rice, and sorghum. Are costs up or down?
The AGRA Food Security Monitor has released its February 2026 report on major food grains in Ghana. The report examines price movements and market conditions- but what factors are at play?