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Workers at VALCO are raising serious concerns about the future of the company and its potential sale-find out why they are taking a stand.

VALCO workers and the ICU are protesting in Tema over alleged plans to sell the state-owned aluminium company. They argue that privatizing VALCO

Why were workers at Nigeria's largest independent oil and gas producer ready to strike?

Nigeria's Seplat Energy faced potential disruptions as its workers considered industrial action. The situation raised concerns for the company and the broader energy sector - with implications for production and supply.

Why enforcement alone won't stop galamsey - and what economic fixes could work.

Ghana's galamsey crisis is examined as an economic failure where miners profit while communities bear costs.

Discover how anti-immigrant campaigns in South Africa are inadvertently impacting local industries and creating unexpected labor challenges.

South African clothing factories are struggling to maintain operations after thousands of migrant workers fled the country due to xenophobic

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

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

The TUC is threatening industrial action if reports of unequal salary increases across the public sector prove true, demanding fairness in resource

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a stern warning regarding potential strike action over alleged disparities in public sector salary

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?

VALCO faces critical challenges with aging equipment and substantial debt, raising questions about its future viability.

The Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has confirmed a significant loss in operating capacity at the Volta Aluminium

VALCO's latest financials show a dramatic shift - but what drove the smelter's fortunes to change course?

Ghana's Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) has reported its financial results for the first nine months of 2026.

Ghanaian traders are demanding an urgent review of port charges, citing concerns over their impact on the cost of doing business.

The Traders Advocacy Group (TAGG) is urging the government to address what it calls excessive charges at Ghana's ports. This intervention is crucial

A national refinery's revival plan promises to double capacity and add a hospital - but what will it take to deliver?

Tema Oil Refinery's Managing Director unveiled a four-year transformation agenda at a government accountability event in Accra.

Discover how SSNIT's new Membership Value Programme could transform the benefits and services available to its contributors and pensioners.

SSNIT is set to launch a new Membership Value Programme aimed at providing additional benefits to its contributors and pensioners. This initiative

What will the new Labadi beachfront look like, and how will locals benefit from the transformation?

SSNIT is redeveloping the Labadi beachfront near its hotels into a tourism hub after clearing unauthorized structures.

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?

Are you sure your preferred person can receive your pension? SSNIT is setting the record straight.

SSNIT has clarified who can be registered as a pension beneficiary. The General Manager hinted at the requirements for nominating beneficiaries - and what this could mean for some members.

Day 2 of the Habitat Fair opens at Marina Mall - what opportunities await prospective homeowners and investors?

The JoyNews-Republic Bank Habitat Fair continues today at Marina Mall in Accra, gathering housing and property sector leaders.

How many jobs has TOR's recovery actually created, and what does it mean for Ghana's economy?

At the Government Accountability Series, TOR's Managing Director Edmond Kombat detailed the refinery's recovery employment impact.