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Fuel prices set to rise from March 16 due to NPA's new price floor for 2nd pricing window
Summary
Ghanaians should brace themselves - how will the new fuel prices, effective March 16, impact your transportation costs?
Fuel prices in Ghana are set to increase due to new price floors set by the National Petroleum Authority. Petrol will rise from 10 cedis 46 pesewas to 11 cedis 57 pesewas per litre starting March 16. The new rates will be in effect until March 31.
Business & Economy
1 min read
If fuel prices go up by margins projected by COMAC we will increase transport fares 'reasonably' - GPRTU
Summary
Will your tro-tro fare be going up soon?
GPRTU threatens to increase transport fares due to COMAC's fuel price increase projections. The union held off on fare hikes previously due to stable prices throughout 2025 and early 2026. The projected adjustments may now force their hand.
Politics
1 min read
Fuel prices to increase from March 16; Petrol up by 16.93%, diesel 17.21%
Summary
Ghanaians should brace themselves as fuel prices are set to surge - but what's driving this sharp increase at the pumps?
Fuel prices in Ghana are projected to increase significantly from March 16, 2026, with petrol rising by 16.93% and diesel by 17.21% - according to COMAC.
Business & Economy
4 min read
The projected fuel price could affect recent gains made in inflation rate - GNCCI
Summary
Will rising fuel costs derail Ghana's progress on inflation, threatening economic stability?
The GNCCI warns that projected fuel price hikes could reverse Ghana's recent inflation gains. Inflation is currently at 3.3 percent as of February 2026 - the lowest in decades.
Business & Economy
1 min read
NPA increases fuel price floor for March 16 window; Petrol now ¢11.57, diesel pegged at ¢14.35
Summary
Ghanaians may soon feel a pinch at the pumps as fuel prices are set to change - but by how much?
The NPA has increased the price floor for petrol to GH¢11.57 per litre and diesel to GH¢14.35 per litre, effective March 16.
Business & Economy
3 min read
BreakingTwo killed in head-on collision at Tuobodom
Summary
A fatal collision near Tuobodom has claimed lives, but what caused this tragedy on the Kintampo Highway?
A head-on collision at Tuobodom on the Kintampo Highway has resulted in two deaths. The crash involved an Opel Astra and a minibus. Investigations are underway following the accident.
Politics
1 min read
Iran-US-Israel War: What it means for Ghana real estate investors
Summary
With global markets rattled by the Iran-US conflict, how safe are your Ghana real estate investments?
The US and Israel launched strikes on Iran, impacting global markets and oil prices - now over $100/barrel. This could affect Ghanaians planning real estate investments in Accra. The conflict's impact on Ghana's economy is under scrutiny.
Business & Economy
4 min read
Middle East conflict could soon hit Ghana's factories, says AGI president
Summary
AGI warns global conflicts could soon impact Ghana's factories - but how severe will the disruptions be?
Ghana's factories could soon face challenges due to global conflicts, according to AGI President Seth Twum Akwaboah. He warns that continued disruptions will raise production costs as manufacturers rely on imported inputs.
Business & Economy
4 min read
Oil price jumps despite deal to release record amount of reserves
Summary
Attacks on ships and a major threat to global oil supply have investors on edge - what will happen next?
Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel despite the IEA's plan to release a record 400 million barrels of oil. Iran's leader threatened to block the Strait of Hormuz, a key shipping route. Concerns are rising about the impact on the global economy.
Business & Economy
5 min read