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A new airport charge in Ghana has travelers concerned about rising costs-but what does this mean for the region?

Ghana's aviation sector faces turbulence with the introduction of a new Airport Infrastructure Development Charge-impacting international passengers. The levy raises questions about competitiveness and regional integration-potentially reshaping travel dynamics.

A young woman's future hung in the balance - could an apprenticeship program be the key to unlocking her potential?

Bernice Asare, a Chemistry graduate, faced post-National Service anxieties despite her degree. Newmont's apprenticeship program offered her a chance, but could she thrive without an engineering background?

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.

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?

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?

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?

The Wassa-Damang Youth Association is neutral on who takes over Damang Mine - but they have demands.

The Wassa-Damang Youth Association has stated they don't care which company takes over the Damang Mine. The group insists that community development remains their top priority - but what does that mean for the future?

A new report analyzes the prices of maize, rice, and sorghum. Are costs up or down?

The AGRA Food Security Monitor has released its February 2026 report on major food grains in Ghana. The report examines price movements and market conditions- but what factors are at play?

GhanaWeb's new platform allows easy property uploads - but will it change the real estate game?

GhanaWeb has launched a new digital property platform for property owners, landlords, real estate agents, and developers. The platform aims to simplify property advertising - but what benefits will users see?

Amidst cocoa price concerns, a Minority visit sparks claims of suspended purchases - what's the real impact?

Frank Annoh-Dompreh claims the government has directed LBCs to suspend cocoa purchases, coinciding with a Minority visit to cocoa farmers in the Ashanti Region. This action raises concerns about the state of Ghana's cocoa industry - but what will come of it?

Ghana's Minority caucus is raising alarms about a deepening labor crisis - but what's fueling this concern?

The Minority caucus in Parliament has voiced concerns about the deteriorating conditions faced by Ghanaian workers- citing issues such as delayed salaries and job losses. The caucus is urging immediate action, but what specific challenges are they highlighting?

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?

About 1,000 transformers are overloaded nationwide - what's being done to address the problem before it's too late?

Energy Minister Jinapor addressed Parliament about the widespread issue of overloaded electricity transformers across Ghana - a problem inherited by his office. The government is taking steps to improve electricity distribution, but what challenges remain?

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 economy is on the brink of transformation - but what challenges could threaten the success of 24-hour markets?

Local Government Minister Ahmed Ibrahim says the government's 24-hour market initiative is set to transform Ghana's economy. The project aims to open up economic opportunities for businesses and communities - but land tenure challenges could threaten its success.

The Energy Minister is working to resolve power outages - but what obstacles are they facing?

Ghana's Energy Minister, Dr. John Abdulai Jinapor, is working with stakeholders to address power outages. The government is taking steps to improve electricity distribution - but what challenges remain?

Why are cocoa farmers being urged to protest? What's behind the claims of unfair treatment?

A member of parliament is raising concerns about the cocoa sector- specifically, the price paid to farmers. He's calling for action, and pointing fingers regarding past debts.