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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

A thriving rubber plantation is now a landscape of scars - what does this mean for the future of Ghana's rubber industry?

Illegal mining continues to plague the Ghana Rubber Estate Limited (GREL) plantation in the Western Region. The destruction is evident, but the long-term implications for the region are only beginning to be understood -.

As Ghana's World Cup campaign unfolds, the intersection of national aspiration and prophetic claims sparks a compelling discussion.

Ghana's World Cup journey is under scrutiny, with reflections on the team's performance and the role of public figures. The nation's hopes were

WAMPEX 2026 is coming - but what does it mean for the future of mining in West Africa?

The West African Mining & Power Expo (WAMPEX) is set to convene in Accra in June 2026, marking its 19th edition. With thousands of mining professionals expected, the event aims to foster collaboration and growth- but what challenges will they 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?

A Deloitte partner is calling for more clarity in Ghana's mining sector - but what's at stake?

Deloitte's Gideon Ayi-Owoo has urged Ghana to establish clear, consistent policies for mining license renewals and local content. Policy uncertainty could threaten future investments and state revenues - but how?

The Wassa-Damang Youth Association is neutral on who takes over Damang Mine - but they have demands.

The Wassa-Damang Youth Association has stated they don't care which company takes over the Damang Mine. The group insists that community development remains their top priority - but what does that mean for the future?

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 hunger for gold is poisoning its rivers - but will the state act before it's too late?

Ghana's water bodies are being ravaged by illegal mining activities, with successive governments struggling to curb the menace - a situation that has persisted for years. The consequences of this environmental destruction are far-reaching, impacting communities, the economy, and the nation's future.

Why does President Mahama think 'our own people' are so deeply entrenched in the illegal mining crisis?

President Mahama acknowledges the pervasive involvement of various individuals in illegal mining - from political figures to traditional leaders. This widespread participation poses a significant challenge to combating galamsey in Ghana.

The Catholic Bishops' Conference says Ghana can survive without aid - but is that really true?

The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference is in disagreement with Western governments and multilateral donors over the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. The group suggests that Ghana should be ready to reject foreign aid if it compromises the nation's values - but at what cost?

Authorities make a shocking discovery during an anti-galamsey operation - and the environmental impact is devastating.

A pre-dawn raid led by the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) targeted illegal mining operations in the Amansie East District. The operation uncovered a destructive engineering scheme impacting the area's vital water resources - but what did they find?

The Minority is pointing to hidden figures in the Bank of Ghana's report - but what do they mean?

Ghana's Minority caucus is raising concerns about the Bank of Ghana's financial health based on recently released statements. They are accusing the central bank of obscuring the true extent of its financial difficulties - but what could this mean for the nation's economy?

The Minority caucus 'strips BoG naked,' claiming hidden losses- but what is the real financial picture?

Ghana's Minority caucus has strongly criticized the Bank of Ghana's (BoG) financial state following the release of its 2025 report- raising concerns about transparency. The caucus alleges hidden losses and policy insolvency, hinting at deeper issues within the nation's financial systems- but what could this mean?

A new path was charted at AREF 2026, but what bold visions will reshape Africa's living experience?

The Housing Ministry, Nilex, Goldkey, and REAC converged at the Africa Real Estate Festival 2026 in Accra - signaling a pivotal moment for Africa's housing and urban development. Stakeholders were challenged to rethink real estate, but what innovative solutions emerged from this call to action?

An MP says African unity is threatened by xenophobia - but what does that mean for Ghana and South Africa?

Mpraeso MP Davis Ansah Opoku has criticised xenophobic attacks in South Africa. He says that African unity cannot be sustained while Africans are targeted - but what does this mean for Ghana's relationship with South Africa?

The Bank of Ghana's financial position has raised concerns - but what could this mean for the country's economy?

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is calling for policy attention after reviewing the Bank of Ghana's 2025 financial statements. Certain trends could have implications for Ghana's fiscal outlook and post-programme economic management - but what are they?

Ghana's armwrestlers receive a hero's welcome - but what does the Mayor of Accra have up his sleeve?

Accra's mayor, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, hosted Ghana's armwrestling team, "Golden Arms", after the African Armwrestling Championships. The mayor hinted at opportunities for the athletes - but what could they be?