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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

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

As Chinese malls spread across Ghana, what does this mean for the future of local markets and traders?

Ghana's retail landscape is shifting as Chinese malls expand nationwide, capturing a major share of the market.

Customers of popular Ghanaian food chains are at risk as a new investigation reveals widespread digital impersonation scams.

TrustGH has uncovered nearly 1,000 suspicious mobile numbers linked to fraudulent Google Business Profiles impersonating major food chains in Ghana.

Banking sector numbers are up, but the governor's warning suggests deeper challenges remain.

Ghana's central bank governor addressed bankers at the 43rd Annual General Meeting in Accra, discussing the sector's recent performance.

Newsfile will tackle the escalating debate on free speech and GN Bank's possible return - but what could this mean for Ghana?

JoyNews' Newsfile will host a conversation on free speech and the possible return of GN Bank. The discussions promise to be intense- with wide-ranging implications for Ghana's political and economic landscape.

A major U.S. loan targets Africa's telecom market - but what does it mean for Huawei's dominance?

The Trump administration is lending nearly $100 million to Africell, Africa's only American-owned telecoms firm, to counter Huawei's expansion.

A high-profile politician is in court amid claims of falsified documents and a missing fortune - what's the real story?

Chairman Wontumi, a prominent figure in the NPP, faces serious allegations related to a multi-million cedi agricultural loan. The charges involve deception and a significant financial loss to Ghana EXIM Bank - raising questions about accountability.

Why is the Bank of Ghana's Second Deputy Governor pushing for a change in how banks view women entrepreneurs?

The Bank of Ghana is encouraging financial institutions to change their perspective. They are being asked to see women-led businesses as a valuable market - not just a charity case - and to offer them affordable credit.

Trump says he called off Iran attacks at the request of Gulf states- but what does this mean for global markets?

Tensions in the Middle East continue as the US considers military action against Iran- with Gulf states now involved. Energy markets are volatile, and the potential impact on the global economy looms large- but how will it all unfold?

Ghana's MPC grapples with a complex decision - can they balance low inflation with rising global uncertainty?

The Bank of Ghana's Monetary Policy Committee is meeting to review the policy rate amidst global economic uncertainty- a decision made more complex by improvements in key economic indicators. The committee must navigate a shifting landscape, balancing domestic progress with emerging external threats- but what choices will they make?

A state-owned company's financial woes are allegedly leaving cocoa farmers in a difficult position - but why?

Minority Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh claims the Produce Buying Company (PBC) faces financial struggles, impacting cocoa farmers. The inability to secure funds and delays in payments raise questions - what could this mean for the industry?

Discover how a crucial flood protection project's funds were allegedly rerouted under the previous administration, sparking a debate over financial

The Ministry of Finance has accused the previous Akufo-Addo administration of diverting funds from a World Bank-funded flood protection project.

The Education Minister clarifies the true purpose of a significant World Bank loan, sparking further debate on national education funding.

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has addressed claims regarding a $300 million World Bank loan and its connection to the Free Senior High School

A new trade convention could unlock credit for businesses whose goods travel by road - but Ghana must first change its laws.

Ghana's Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare is spearheading a move to adopt the Accra Convention on Negotiable Cargo Documents.

New banking council sworn in - but what urgent threats did the Minister say they must tackle?

Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has sworn in a new Governing Council for the Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana, led by Dr. Mrs.

Will the government's "Big Push" initiative be enough to solve Ghana's unemployment problem?

Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, Manhyia South MP, has expressed reservations about the government's "Big Push" initiative. - He suggests it may not be enough to tackle the country's growing unemployment problem.

Ghana is transitioning from an IMF financial aid program to a new policy partnership-what does this mean for the nation's economic future?

Ghana's economic relationship with the International Monetary Fund is undergoing a significant transformation following the conclusion of its