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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 young woman's future hung in the balance - could an apprenticeship program be the key to unlocking her potential?

Bernice Asare, a Chemistry graduate, faced post-National Service anxieties despite her degree. Newmont's apprenticeship program offered her a chance, but could she thrive without an engineering background?

Food safety in Ghana is allegedly threatened by dangerous practices - but what is being done about it?

A radio commentator laments the decline of food safety in Ghana, where contaminated food is becoming a public health concern - from waakye beans cooked with paracetamol to plantain fried with plastic. What does this mean for public health?

Are unrealistic expectations for immediate change hindering Africa's long-term development?

Across Africa, citizens are demanding immediate transformation from governments- despite inheriting challenges decades in the making. Is this growing impatience trapping the continent in a cycle of repeated disappointments - movement without arrival?

Ghana has built robust payment infrastructure, but a critical question remains: can businesses access the credit needed to truly grow?

Ghana's Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu highlighted a significant $4.8 billion SME financing gap during the National ICT Week. This shortfall

Could this smartphone-based payment solution finally bring Ghana's smallest traders into the digital economy?

Visa and Access Bank Ghana have launched Visa Accept, a solution enabling micro and nano merchants to accept contactless payments via smartphones.

Discover how Ghana's healthcare sector is being recognized for its pivotal contributions to the nation's well-being and future.

The 5th Ghana Medical and Diagnostic Excellence Awards recently honored numerous healthcare institutions and professionals in Accra. This event

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?

As Ghana grapples with the persistent "No-Bed Syndrome," the final installment of this series asks a crucial question: who truly owns the promise of

Ghana's "No-Bed Syndrome" series concludes by shifting focus from mechanics to accountability, exploring who is responsible for ensuring timely and

Online blackmail of kids is up - is Ghana doing enough to protect them?

Ghana is seeing an increase in online crimes against children, including blackmail and the sharing of indecent images. Other countries are responding with legislation to protect children online- but where does Ghana stand?

Discover how Ghana's annual road crash losses are impacting its economy and what this means for the nation's development.

Ghana faces a significant economic drain from road crashes, as highlighted by a recent World Bank report. The financial impact of these incidents

Wa West District Assembly has commissioned 10 new boreholes under a nearly GH¢500,000 water project to ease shortages a

Wa West District Assembly has commissioned 10 new boreholes under a nearly GH¢500,000 water project to ease shortages and improve emergency response.

As Ghana's MoMo transactions hit GH¢3 trillion, experts warn that weak defenses and low public awareness are fueling a

As Ghana's MoMo transactions hit GH¢3 trillion, experts warn that weak defenses and low public awareness are fueling a massive surge in digital

A new US ban on internet routers has been announced - and it could change how you connect at home.

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has made a significant move regarding internet routers. This decision has implications for both consumers and manufacturers - but what could they be?

A major highway is falling apart- and the consequences could be devastating for residents in the Upper East Region.

The Upper East Regional Minister has called on the government to address a critical infrastructure issue. He highlighted the dire condition of a major highway, raising concerns about its impact on the region.

Discover PRINPAG's urgent recommendations for urban planning and citizen responsibility to tackle Ghana's persistent flood challenges.

PRINPAG has called for comprehensive urban planning and attitudinal changes to mitigate flooding in Accra and other parts of Ghana. The Association

A Filmmakers Summit in Kumasi unveiled a GH¢20 million government fund and a unified plan to revive Kumawood through in

A Filmmakers Summit in Kumasi unveiled a GH¢20 million government fund and a unified plan to revive Kumawood through investment and training.

Discover why health workers are shying away from rural postings in Ghana and the critical impact it's having on healthcare access.

The Northern Regional Health Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) is facing increasing difficulties in deploying health professionals to