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A Ghanaian company may soon acquire the Damang Mine - but what could this mean for the country's mining sector?

GhanaFront reports on the potential acquisition of the Damang Mine by Engineers and Planners (E&P), a Ghanaian-owned mining company. This possible transition could mark a significant shift in the country's mining sector- but what could it mean for the future?

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

Aramco's uncertainty highlights a shift: Is Iran, not the US, now key to reopening global energy markets?

Tensions in the Middle East are disrupting global energy markets, involving Iran, the US, and Saudi Arabia. The ability of one nation to impact shipping routes raises questions about long-term stability - and who truly holds the power.

Are Ghana's state-owned enterprises truly thriving, or is there more to the reported GH¢19.8 billion profit than meets the eye?

Bright Simons of IMANI Africa has challenged SIGA's reported GH¢19.8 billion profit for state-owned enterprises in 2025. He suggests that

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?

TI Ghana & GIPC are intensifying their media campaign - but what hidden practices are threatening Ghana's investment environment?

TI Ghana and GIPC are working together to fight fronting in Ghana's business sector- they held a workshop for journalists in the Ashanti Region. Accurate reporting can safeguard transparency, but illicit practices continue to threaten Ghana's investment landscape.

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.

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?

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?

A new directive seeks to transition mining activities to local firms - but will it actually work?

The United Party (UP) has commented on a recent government directive regarding the mining sector. The directive aims to shift operational mining activities to local Ghanaian contractors- but what could this mean for the economy?

Ghana's fuel regulator reveals new measures to protect the nation - but what exactly are they bracing for?

The National Petroleum Authority has implemented safeguards to prevent private fuel firms from controlling supplies.

Ghana's oil palm industry is at a critical juncture, with new calls for action to unlock its full potential and address significant production

Ghana's Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has called for coordinated measures to revitalize the nation's oil palm industry. This

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?

A viral aircraft bearing the Air Ghana Cargo branding has tongues wagging - but who really owns it?

Transport Minister Nikpe addressed the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) regarding an aircraft branded Air Ghana Cargo. The Minister clarified the situation, allaying fears about potential implications - but what does this mean for the future of aviation?

What changes are coming to Ghana's power sector after the fire at Akosombo and leadership shake-ups?

Energy Minister John Jinapor will address the public on April 27 regarding Ghana's electricity sector. This briefing follows significant events that have raised concerns about the stability and management of the country's power supply - what could he reveal?

Ghana is transitioning from an IMF financial aid program to a new policy partnership-what does this mean for the nation's economic future?

Ghana's economic relationship with the International Monetary Fund is undergoing a significant transformation following the conclusion of its

Ghana is urged to capitalise on its economic progress- but what could get in the way?

The IMF is advising Ghana on its economic path forward after a recent review. Discussions revolved around leveraging fiscal progress- but what challenges still loom?