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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?

Could volunteering be the secret weapon for career growth that Africa has been overlooking? Find out!

Volunteering is often seen as goodwill, but it can be a powerful career accelerator, especially in Africa where education and employability have a disconnect. This is a look at how volunteering can bridge the gap - offering invaluable experience.

What do power outages and BoG losses mean for Ghana? Prime Insight tackles these issues this Saturday!

Prime Insight will host a panel to discuss Ghana's power challenges and the Bank of Ghana's financial losses. The discussion promises legal, political, and economic perspectives- leaving viewers to wonder about the true implications.

Trump is at odds with the Fed chair - and hints at firing him if he doesn't leave. What could happen?

Donald Trump has threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The two are in a spat over interest rates - and now a potential investigation adds fuel to the fire.

Vendors in Ellembelle are rejecting 10 and 20 pesewas coins, despite Bank of Ghana warnings that all valid denominations

Vendors in Ellembelle are rejecting 10 and 20 pesewas coins, despite Bank of Ghana warnings that all valid denominations remain legal tender.

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?

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?

The World Shea Expo returns to Tamale-but can it transform Ghana's shea industry?

The World Shea Expo is returning to Tamale in 2026, bringing together stakeholders in the shea industry. The event aims to boost investment and trade-but what challenges will they face?

Global financial institutions are raising concerns about the economic impact of war - how will Ghana be affected?

The World Bank, IMF, and IEA are warning about potential economic fallout from the ongoing war in the Middle East. The institutions highlight possible challenges for Ghana and other low-income economies - but what could these be?

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 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 U.S.-Israeli war against Iran could affect the recent improvement in Ghana’s economy - how?

Bank of Ghana Governor Asiama says the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran poses a fresh threat to Ghana’s inflation outlook. The Governor notes that geopolitical uncertainty is pushing up gold prices - but will that be enough?

The Iran war has caused economic disruption, but some companies are seeing record profits. Which sectors are booming?

The conflict in Iran has created uncertainty and disruption, impacting firms, families, and governments worldwide. While some struggle, certain sectors are seeing record earnings- but who is profiting from the ongoing crisis?

Ghana's commitment to sustainable finance was highlighted at a recent meeting - but what does this mean for the economy?

Matilda Asante-Asiedu, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, attended the NGFS Plenary in South Africa. Discussions centered on sustainable finance and climate-conscious financial supervision - and the implications could be significant.

Why is the Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor pushing for a change in how banks view women entrepreneurs?

The Bank of Ghana is encouraging financial institutions to change their perspective. They are being asked to see women-led businesses as a valuable market - not just a charity case - and to offer them affordable credit.

An emergency plan is needed to avert a tomato shortage - but what does it entail?

The Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana is in talks with the government regarding a possible tomato shortage. Negotiations with Burkina Faso continue over a temporary export ban - but what happens if talks fail?