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?
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?
Ghana's seed system is getting a reset - but what does this mean for the country's broader agricultural transformation?
A National Seed System Reset Programme has been launched at the University of Ghana, bringing together stakeholders to discuss strengthening Ghana's seed system. The programme aims to create a modern, coordinated pipeline - hinting at the future of Ghana's agricultural transformation agenda.
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?
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.
Financial markets are being redesigned, with emerging economies at the forefront - but what does this mean for Ghana?
At the ACI World Congress in Accra, central bank governors discussed financial markets. The focus was on how emerging economies are redesigning them - but the implications are still unclear.
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 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.
A new path was charted at AREF 2026, but what bold visions will reshape Africa's living experience?
The Housing Ministry, Nilex, Goldkey, and REAC converged at the Africa Real Estate Festival 2026 in Accra - signaling a pivotal moment for Africa's housing and urban development. Stakeholders were challenged to rethink real estate, but what innovative solutions emerged from this call to action?
Ghana's government is planning major changes to tackle a key challenge. What could this mean for the country's future?
Finance Minister Ato Forson met with the World Bank to discuss Ghana's economic recovery. They addressed unemployment, especially among the youth - and the need for sustainable job creation.