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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.

Vivo Energy Ghana partners with KNUST to empower energy innovators - but what challenges will they tackle?

Vivo Energy Ghana and KNUST have signed an MoU to collaborate on the NextGen Energy Innovators Challenge- empowering students to develop solutions for Ghana's energy needs. This partnership aims to foster innovation and address real-world challenges- but what impact will it have?

Vivo Energy Ghana's 'SHEPower' summit ignites discussions around women's roles and innovative solutions - but what's at stake?

Vivo Energy Ghana held its annual 'SHEPower' summit in Kumasi, focusing on empowering women in the energy sector with innovative solutions for a sustainable Ghana. The summit featured expert panels and innovation exhibitions - but the discussions have the potential to reshape Ghana's energy landscape.

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.

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 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?

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.

SSNIT is working to help informal sector workers understand their pensions - but will it be enough?

SSNIT and the TUC are working together to educate Ashanti region workers about pension schemes. The goal is to increase participation, especially among self-employed individuals - but what challenges do they face?

Ghana's electricity meter shortage is being addressed, but what strategic approach will be used?

Energy Minister John Jinapor addressed Parliament regarding the electricity meter shortage in Ghana. He explained the problem arose from oversubscribed contracts and funding constraints - but what steps are being taken to resolve this issue?

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?

The NPRA is taking action against employers - but what steps are they taking to recover funds?

The NPRA is cracking down on employers who aren't paying pension contributions - a nationwide exercise has been launched. Compliance officers are scrutinizing records, but persistent violations continue to be a problem.

Why is the Minority demanding a full audit of the Gold for Reserves Programme? What did they discover?

Ghana's Minority Caucus is calling for accountability regarding the Gold for Reserves Programme. The caucus has concerns about financial discrepancies between Ghana Goldbod and the Bank of Ghana - and the management of national assets.