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Tensions soar as Yemen's Houthis target Israel with missiles- but what are their true objectives?

Yemen's Houthi rebels have launched a missile attack on Israel, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions- their first since the US-Israel war on Iran began. The strikes raise concerns about further destabilization in the Middle East- but what does this mean for global trade?

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 Kasoa printing press is in ruins after a fire. What could have sparked the inferno?

A printing facility in Kasoa has been struck by disaster, leaving the owner and staff in distress. The owner suspects the cause may be linked to electrical issues - but investigations are ongoing.

From a mining town to the IMF - what pivotal moments shaped Valeria Mensah's journey in economics?

Valeria Mensah is an economist with the IMF, blending her skills with an interest in global economic development. She shares her journey from a Ghanaian mining town to shaping economic policies - but how did her past shape her future?

Trump is considering delaying a high-stakes meeting - but why now, and what could this mean for global relations?

Donald Trump is considering pushing back a planned meeting with Xi Jinping in China. The US President cited pressing concerns, but the potential delay raises questions about international relations - and much more.

New ethics filings reveal a flurry of financial activity by Donald Trump - but what could be the implications?

Donald Trump's ethics filing reveals a substantial number of financial transactions involving securities of major U.S. companies. The reports, covering the first three months of 2026, hint at the scale of the president's financial activity - but what does it all mean?

Trump extends the ceasefire with Iran - but what does this mean for the future of peace talks?

President Trump is buying more time for a potential Iran deal after a day of diplomacy. The world is watching to see if the countries are any closer to ending the war - but will this be enough?

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?

A new World Bank strategy seeks to transform health systems in West and Central Africa - but how will they achieve this?

The World Bank has launched a regional strategy to transform health systems in Ghana and other West and Central African countries. The strategy aims to improve health outcomes and support productivity- but what challenges will they face?

US embassy denies funding Congo's 00m mine guard as Kinshasa shapes a nationwide security force for strategic mineral as

US embassy denies funding Congo's 00m mine guard as Kinshasa shapes a nationwide security force for strategic mineral assets, investors, and stability.

A joint UK and France mission is planned for Hormuz - but what challenges and opportunities lie ahead?

The UK and France are set to spearhead a multinational defensive mission in the Strait of Hormuz. With global trade routes at stake, many nations are watching closely - but what does this mean for the region?

Ghana's seed system is getting a reset - but what does this mean for the country's broader agricultural transformation?

A National Seed System Reset Programme has been launched at the University of Ghana, bringing together stakeholders to discuss strengthening Ghana's seed system. The programme aims to create a modern, coordinated pipeline - hinting at the future of Ghana's agricultural transformation agenda.

A fragile ceasefire is in place, but why are ships still reluctant to cross the Strait of Hormuz?

Tensions remain high around the Strait of Hormuz- a vital shipping lane- despite a US-Iran ceasefire agreement. Vessels are proceeding with caution, and the disruption is sending shock waves- but how far will they reach?

With Houthis joining the Iran war and US troops arriving, what could this mean for global stability?

Yemen's Houthis have entered the Iran war by launching attacks on Israel, even as the US dispatches Marines to the region- raising the stakes. The conflict's expansion threatens to further destabilize the Middle East and disrupt global affairs- but how?

Why are some Ghanaian politicians so eager to abolish the very office created to hold them accountable?

Ghana's Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) faces a threat from politicians seeking its abolition. The move raises questions about the motives behind dismantling an institution designed to combat corruption - and who truly benefits.

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.

Okyere Baafi questions why some clergy have gone quiet - what could be the reason?

Michael Okyere Baafi has taken aim at some members of the clergy- raising questions about their silence. He suggests a change in government may be influencing their willingness to speak- but what could be the implications?

Fuel prices in Ghana are expected to shift- but what does this mean for your pocket?

Ghana's petroleum market is bracing for changes as April 16 approaches- with implications for consumers and businesses. The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies has released new data- but many factors are at play.