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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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

Discover how a major international financial institution is supporting clean energy infrastructure in North Africa amidst evolving climate finance

The World Bank has approved significant financing for a new pumped hydropower storage plant in Morocco. This decision follows a recent shift in the

Ghana's economic path is under scrutiny - could the nation be stuck in a cycle?

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a warning regarding Ghana's economic policies. They suggest the country's reliance on certain financial strategies could have long-term consequences - but what are they?

A Ghanaian MP is raising concerns about a gold mine deal - but what exactly is he worried about?

Suame MP John Darko is calling for value protection in the Damang Gold Mine deal with Engineers and Planners Limited. He is stressing stronger safeguards around equity participation and long-term benefits- but why is this so important?

Ghana's commitment to sustainable finance was highlighted at a recent meeting - but what does this mean for the economy?

Matilda Asante-Asiedu, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, attended the NGFS Plenary in South Africa. Discussions centered on sustainable finance and climate-conscious financial supervision - and the implications could be significant.

Can the Africa Energy Technology Centre's initiatives restructure the continent's energy architecture?

The Africa Energy Technology Conference (AETC 2026) convened in Accra, Ghana, to address Africa's energy paradox- vast resources overshadowed by energy poverty. AETC aims to transition Africa into an integrated economy, but regional value chains remain theoretical without integrated energy systems.

Financial markets are being redesigned, with emerging economies at the forefront - but what does this mean for Ghana?

At the ACI World Congress in Accra, central bank governors discussed financial markets. The focus was on how emerging economies are redesigning them - but the implications are still unclear.

Ghana's drop in mining investment attractiveness raises questions - what impact will this have?

Ghana's mining sector is facing scrutiny as the Global Mining Investment Attractiveness Index reveals a shift in the nation's ranking. Stakeholders are now concerned about what this could mean for the country's appeal to investors.

Ghana's petroleum sector faces mounting pressure after a sharp decline in oil revenue - what could be the consequences?

PIAC is concerned about Ghana's $600 million petroleum revenue drop. The committee attributes the downturn to declining oil production levels - but what does this mean for the country's economy?

Ghana's MPC grapples with a complex decision - can they balance low inflation with rising global uncertainty?

The Bank of Ghana's Monetary Policy Committee is meeting to review the policy rate amidst global economic uncertainty- a decision made more complex by improvements in key economic indicators. The committee must navigate a shifting landscape, balancing domestic progress with emerging external threats- but what choices will they make?

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.

Ghana is placing forests at the center of economic transformation - but can the country overcome deforestation threats?

Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah launched the second Tree for Life Reforestation Initiative, emphasizing the economic potential of Ghana's forests. Stakeholders are rethinking the relationship between forests and national development - but what challenges lie ahead?

A Ghanaian MP's past warnings about the Bank of Ghana are now in the spotlight - but what does the new report say?

Dr. Gideon Boako, MP for Tano North, previously raised concerns about the Bank of Ghana's financial dealings- specifically regarding the GoldBod program. The central bank has now released its delayed 2025 audited financial statements, but what do they reveal?