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With oil prices soaring, the Philippines declares an energy emergency - but will it be enough to avert disaster?

The Philippines is dealing with a potential energy crisis due to the ongoing conflict involving Iran. President Marcos Jr. has declared a national energy emergency- but what measures will be taken to protect the economy?

A new partnership promises to ease financial burdens for National Service Personnel - but how will it work?

The National Service Authority (NSA) partners with Absa Bank Ghana and NASPA to introduce a new overdraft facility. This initiative aims to address the challenges faced by National Service Personnel, but what specific relief will it bring?

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?

The Minister of Government Communications insists the timing for fuel tax cuts is perfect - but is it really?

Felix Kwakye Ofosu has defended the government's decision to cut fuel-related taxes. He insists the timing of the intervention is appropriate and necessary - but what prompted this?

An MP is sounding the alarm about cocoa farmers' struggles - but what urgent action is she demanding from the government?

Damata Ama Appianimaa Salam, MP for Afigya Kwabre South, is raising concerns about the struggles of cocoa farmers, especially women, due to delayed payments and reduced prices. She paints a dire picture of their hardships-hinting at far-reaching consequences.

The UG Credit Union AGM discussed impressive growth - but what's the real story behind the numbers?

The University of Ghana Co-operative Credit Union has organised its Annual General Meeting (AGM). Macro-economic indicators and the Union's performance were key talking points - but what does it all mean for members?

Kofi Bentil raises concerns about the Bank of Ghana's financial strategies - but what exactly is he worried about?

Kofi Bentil of IMANI Africa has commented on the Bank of Ghana's financial position. He questions the sustainability of recent financial losses - and whether the BoG should be making a profit at all.

Why are Nigerians facing record-high gasoline prices despite having Africa's largest oil refinery?

Nigeria, Africa's largest oil producer, faces record-high fuel prices despite the fully operational Dangote Petroleum Refinery. The energy market is feeling the impact of war in the Middle East - and Nigerians are feeling the pinch.

An economist is calling for a change in Ghana's economic approach - but what changes need to be made?

Dr. Bernard Tutu Boahene, a lecturer at UEW, is advocating for Ghana to transition to institutional discipline in economic management. He spoke about the relevance of the Bank of Ghana's reports to the average Ghanaian-but what does this mean for importers?