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Ghanaian youth agribusiness practitioners demand funded roles, finance access and accountability in Feed Ghana and NAIP

Ghanaian youth agribusiness practitioners demand funded roles, finance access and accountability in Feed Ghana and NAIP food systems programmes

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

Why was a vital economic pillar, responsible for keeping hotels open and airlines flying, completely overlooked in the latest national budget?

A Ghanaian news editor reflects on the recent 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review and its implications for a key economic sector. The editor questions the

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.

Are Ghana's state-owned enterprises truly thriving, or is there more to the reported GH¢19.8 billion profit than meets the eye?

Bright Simons of IMANI Africa has challenged SIGA's reported GH¢19.8 billion profit for state-owned enterprises in 2025. He suggests that

Kwame Pianim's commendation of Fidelity Bank Ghana has sparked interest in the bank's operational model and its potential implications for the

Veteran economist Kwame Pianim recently praised Fidelity Bank Ghana during a panel discussion on the macro-environment at their Debt Capital Markets

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?

New ethics filings reveal a flurry of financial activity by Donald Trump - but what could be the implications?

Donald Trump's ethics filing reveals a substantial number of financial transactions involving securities of major U.S. companies. The reports, covering the first three months of 2026, hint at the scale of the president's financial activity - but what does it all mean?

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?

Why are governments being told to act now on debt, and what could it mean for upcoming budgets?

The IMF is urging advanced economies like the UK and US to reduce debt as government borrowing costs surge.

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 US government has highlighted significant issues with Nigeria's fiscal transparency, pointing to a lack of detailed financial reporting.

The United States Government has raised concerns regarding Nigeria's fiscal transparency, citing insufficient disclosure of revenues and

Could a US diesel export ban push UK pump prices even higher?

The UK is negotiating with the US over a potential diesel export ban while preparing domestic reserves.

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 electricity meter shortage is being addressed, but what strategic approach will be used?

Energy Minister John Jinapor addressed Parliament regarding the electricity meter shortage in Ghana. He explained the problem arose from oversubscribed contracts and funding constraints - but what steps are being taken to resolve this issue?

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.

The Nigerian government's decision to remove petrol subsidies has generated substantial financial shifts, raising questions about resource

Nigeria's Minister of Finance, Taiwo Oyedele, has addressed the financial impact of the country's petrol subsidy removal. His statements shed light