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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

With Houthi attacks disrupting vital maritime trade routes, how will the escalating tensions in the Middle East impact the global economy?

Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping are raising fears of a wider Middle East conflict and further global economic damage. This comes amidst ongoing

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.

UMB is experiencing a transformation under Dr. Oti-Mensah's leadership-but what's driving this resurgence?

Dr. Philip Oti-Mensah's first year as Managing Director of UMB coincides with international recognition-a front-page feature in EMEA Entrepreneur. This milestone hints at a transformation underway at UMB, driven by a leadership style focused on discipline and strategic execution-but what does it mean for the bank's future?

With a rapidly aging population and a largely informal workforce, Africa faces a critical challenge in securing the financial future of its citizens.

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged African nations to undertake urgent pension reforms. This call comes as a significant

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?

A skills shortage could jeopardise the future for over a billion young workers - what does this mean for Ghana?

The World Bank Group has issued a warning regarding the future of employment for young people in developing nations. They suggest a potential crisis is brewing as education may not be keeping pace - leaving many unprepared.

The Tema Oil Refinery has made a crucial move to rectify years of unaudited financial records, signaling a new era for the state-owned company.

Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), a state-owned entity, has addressed a significant backlog in its audited financial statements. This effort aims to restore

Mounting delays plague a major transport company - but can new buses really solve the problem?

The State Transport Company (STC) is grappling with public frustration over long waiting times and bus conditions- sparking worries among travelers. The company says it's taking steps to ease pressure, but what impact will this have?

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?

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.

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.

The insurance broker sector is facing immense pressure, but what is causing this increased state interference?

IBAG's President, Stephen Kwarteng Yeboah, highlights growing state interference in Ghana's insurance sector- with brokers feeling it most. He warns of a deeply corrosive crisis undermining their role- driven by unethical conduct and systemic distortions.

Ferrari's first EV is here, but not everyone is happy - what does this mean for the legendary Italian brand?

Ferrari's new Luce EV, designed by Jony Ive, has sparked controversy with its radical departure from tradition - even Italian President Sergio Mattarella was invited to view it. The backlash from critics, investors, and politicians hints at deeper challenges for the luxury carmaker.

Discover why the most charming person on your sales team might be the biggest threat to your company's long-term growth and how this common practice

Ghanaian businesses often celebrate charismatic salespeople, but this reliance on individual personalities can create significant risks for a

After a worrying five-year decline, can the Energy Ministry turn things around for Ghana's petroleum sector?

Ghana's Ministry of Energy is targeting a major recovery for the upstream petroleum sector after five years of decline- with the aim to boost crude oil production. The state has rolled out structural measures designed to strengthen the energy sector- but what does this mean for the future?