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How did TOR cut its massive debt and what does this mean for Ghana's fuel security?

The Tema Oil Refinery's managing director is addressing the state-owned company's financial recovery efforts in Accra.

What do new storage numbers reveal about TOR's comeback strategy?

Tema Oil Refinery management is reporting on its storage operations at a government accountability event.

Why is the Economic Fighters League so concerned about the cost of student housing?

The Economic Fighters League is speaking out against high hostel fees at the University of Ghana-Legon. The group claims students are being exploited, and they are calling for government intervention- but why now?

The Rent Control Department is taking a firm stance against alleged exploitation by hostel operators, promising direct action and new initiatives to

Ghana's Rent Control Department is intensifying efforts against hostel operators accused of exploiting students and other tenants. This move signals

The Oti NPP is pressing for the completion of several government projects, raising questions about the reasons behind their prolonged abandonment.

Oti Region's NPP executives are urging the government to complete stalled projects, including the Regional Coordinating Council office and staff

Students are struggling with hostel fees, and NUGS is stepping in - but what solutions are they proposing?

NUGS is raising concerns about the rising cost of student hostel fees across Ghana- a situation they say is becoming unbearable. The Union is calling for immediate action, hinting at potential consequences if the issue remains unaddressed.

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?

Why are cargo delays at Tema Port pushing costs higher, and what urgent action is being demanded?

The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana has urged Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson to convene an emergency meeting over Tema Port…

Hostel owners are pushing back against the Rent Control Department's efforts to regulate their fees, sparking a debate over legal jurisdiction.

The Hostel Owners Association of Ghana is challenging the legal authority of the Rent Control Department's campaign against private student hostels

Ghana's economy shows signs of recovery, but is the "tiger" of inflation truly tamed, or just taking a cat nap?

Ghana's economy is being compared to Shakespeare's "Taming of the Shrew," with inflation as the untamed Katherina. Since January 2025, inflation has dramatically fallen, igniting a macroeconomic resurgence - but is this true progress or a temporary reprieve?

Hostel operators have been warned! The Rent Control Department is coming for those operating illegally - but why now?

The Rent Commissioner is concerned about the state of tertiary institution hostels - citing unacceptable conditions and pricing. A nationwide compliance exercise is underway, but what could this mean for students?

Why is a key state agency struggling to function with what it calls shocking financial support?

The acting Commissioner of the Rent Control Department has raised concerns over its operational funding.

Students at KNUST are speaking out against rising accommodation costs, but what are the broader implications for university access and student

KNUST students are protesting the exorbitant private hostel fees, which they claim are causing significant financial strain on students and their

Why are Kumasi drivers calling traders the real 'Kalabule' amid the latest fare review?

Transport union drivers in Kumasi are urging government price controls for goods, blaming traders for arbitrary price hikes.

Will controlling hostel rents solve the accommodation challenges on our campuses - or make things worse?

Ghanaian universities are struggling to provide residential accommodation for students, despite private sector investments- a challenge that has sparked public discourse. The acting Rent Commissioner's accusations of exploitation have elevated the issue, potentially instigating a policy response from the government.

When a citizen abroad struggles, is a flight home always the answer? Ghana's policy may be missing the point.

Ghana's response to citizens in crisis abroad often defaults to repatriation, as seen with musician Barosky and the evacuation from South Africa.

Why is the Rent Commissioner calling for SSNIT to bow its head in shame over University of Ghana hostel fees?

Rent Commissioner Frederick Opoku has voiced concerns about the high hostel fees at the University of Ghana. He singled out SSNIT's Pentagon Hostel, claiming the costs exploit students- raising questions about accessibility.

A prominent Ghanaian family is caught in a real estate battle - but what's at the heart of the matter?

Former Minister Frimpong-Boateng and his son are facing a lawsuit related to land in Accra. The plaintiffs allege they were granted the land years ago- now a dispute threatens to upend their settled lives.