Search: “presidency”

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

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.

A landmark agreement for a massive gas pipeline project has been reached, but what does this mean for Africa's energy future?

West African leaders have endorsed the framework for the Nigeria-Morocco African Atlantic Gas Pipeline, a major step for this ambitious energy

Walmart warns US shoppers are cutting back - but what does this mean for the economy?

Walmart anticipates slower sales growth as US consumers grapple with rising petrol prices- a consequence of ongoing conflict. The retail giant is closely monitoring the situation, hinting at potential impacts on household budgets.

Could Ghana's flower industry bloom into a global export powerhouse? The Vice President thinks so - but there's a catch.

Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang opened the 14th Ghana Garden and Flower Show in Accra, urging investment in horticulture.

With a rapidly aging population and a largely informal workforce, Africa faces a critical challenge in securing the financial future of its citizens.

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged African nations to undertake urgent pension reforms. This call comes as a significant

Can Ghana's shea industry transform from raw commodity to global brand? The VP's opening remarks hint at a bigger push.

Vice President Opoku-Agyemang opened the World Shea Expo 2026 in Tamale, urging partnerships and value addition.

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

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.

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?

A World Bank document shows 27 countries are seeking crisis funds - but what does this mean for the global economy?

An internal World Bank document shows that twenty-seven countries have moved to put in place crisis instruments. The goal is to quickly access funding from existing World Bank programs - but the reason for the urgency remains unclear.

A coalition of US states is challenging the Trump administration's new tariffs, claiming they are an illegal tax on hardworking families and

Twenty-five US states are suing the Trump administration over new tariffs impacting goods from 60 trading partners, including the UK, China, and the

Sunyani market traders are worried about the rising cost of ginger - will their businesses survive?

Ginger traders in Sunyani's Nana Bosoma Central Market are facing challenges. They are requesting government intervention due to rising prices - but what's causing the spike?

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?

She's demanding compensation before she considers dropping the case - but what exactly happened?

A woman involved in a confrontation with Bills Micro Credit staff says she won't drop the police case. Company management has approached her with promises - but she remains wary.

Discover how a network of nations is reportedly helping China navigate US trade barriers, raising questions about international commerce.

The White House has released a report alleging that over 40 countries have assisted China in circumventing US tariffs. This practice has significant

Discover how new U.S. trade policies could reshape the global landscape for solar and chip manufacturing.

The White House has unveiled new trade actions targeting polysilicon products, a key material in semiconductors and solar panels. These measures aim