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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

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?

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

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 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?

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.

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.

A new report suggests potential breaches of Ghana's petroleum revenue laws - but what could this mean for the country?

PIAC reports that Ghana's finance ministers and Parliament may have violated petroleum revenue rules. The committee is calling for adherence to the law - but the implications could be significant.

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.

Ghana's petroleum sector faces mounting pressure after a sharp decline in oil revenue - what could be the consequences?

PIAC is concerned about Ghana's $600 million petroleum revenue drop. The committee attributes the downturn to declining oil production levels - but what does this mean for the country's economy?

Trump says he called off Iran attacks at the request of Gulf states- but what does this mean for global markets?

Tensions in the Middle East continue as the US considers military action against Iran- with Gulf states now involved. Energy markets are volatile, and the potential impact on the global economy looms large- but how will it all unfold?

Why is the Minority demanding a full audit of the Gold for Reserves Programme? What did they discover?

Ghana's Minority Caucus is calling for accountability regarding the Gold for Reserves Programme. The caucus has concerns about financial discrepancies between Ghana Goldbod and the Bank of Ghana - and the management of national assets.

Ghana's Finance Minister met with investors to discuss the economy - but what questions were raised during the session?

The Finance Ministry convened an investor town hall - the first since 2021 - uniting investors and market specialists. The government is intensifying efforts to restore faith in Ghana's economy and debt market - but what challenges remain?

Why couldn't meter manufacturing companies meet demands? The Energy Minister explains the challenges and solutions.

Energy Minister John Abdulai Jinapor addressed Parliament regarding the electricity meter shortage-citing oversubscribed contracts and funding challenges. The Ministry is working to ensure efficiency and prevent waste-but what impact will this have?

The Bank of Ghana's financial position has raised concerns - but what could this mean for the country's economy?

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is calling for policy attention after reviewing the Bank of Ghana's 2025 financial statements. Certain trends could have implications for Ghana's fiscal outlook and post-programme economic management - but what are they?