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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

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

Could this smartphone-based payment solution finally bring Ghana's smallest traders into the digital economy?

Visa and Access Bank Ghana have launched Visa Accept, a solution enabling micro and nano merchants to accept contactless payments via smartphones.

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 coalition of US states is challenging the Trump administration's new tariffs, claiming they are an illegal tax on hardworking families and

Twenty-five US states are suing the Trump administration over new tariffs impacting goods from 60 trading partners, including the UK, China, and the

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?

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.

Discover how a network of nations is reportedly helping China navigate US trade barriers, raising questions about international commerce.

The White House has released a report alleging that over 40 countries have assisted China in circumventing US tariffs. This practice has significant

After more than a decade, a major shift in maritime security protocols between the US and Nigeria is set to redefine international shipping dynamics.

The United States has reviewed its security restrictions on vessels arriving from Nigeria, which were initially imposed over a decade ago. This

Ghana is tackling financial access gaps for women and youth-led businesses with new digital solutions - discover how these innovations are set to

The UNCDF and partners showcased five digital financial solutions in Ghana to expand access to finance for women entrepreneurs and youth-led MSMEs.

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.

Ghana's economic path is under scrutiny - could the nation be stuck in a cycle?

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a warning regarding Ghana's economic policies. They suggest the country's reliance on certain financial strategies could have long-term consequences - but what are they?

A fragile ceasefire is in place, but why are ships still reluctant to cross the Strait of Hormuz?

Tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz- a vital shipping lane- despite a US-Iran ceasefire agreement. Vessels are proceeding with caution, and the disruption is sending shock waves- but how far will they reach?

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.

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?