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A new skills programme starts with 31 trainees - but what comes after the welding course could reshape local job prospects.

Zijin Golden Ridge Limited has launched the Zijin Akyem Rising Initiative in Birim North District, enrolling 31 trainees in a Welding and…

GOLDBOD's "beautiful" financials hide a troubling truth - what is the real cost of the state gold program?

Ghana Gold Board's (GOLDBOD) 2025 financials paint a picture of success, touting significant gold assays and a healthy surplus. Examining these figures alongside the Bank of Ghana's results, however, reveals a stark contrast - raising questions about the true cost of GOLDBOD's operations.

A high-value robbery case unfolds in Obuasi - but the details emerging from the court are raising eyebrows.

A robbery case involving three individuals has been heard at the Bekwai Circuit Court. The charges brought against them shine a light on the risks faced by businesses in Obuasi - but what could the consequences be?

The WHO is sounding the alarm about Ebola in DR Congo - but why are bordering countries on high alert?

The WHO has declared an Ebola outbreak in DR Congo a global health emergency. The agency warns of significant uncertainties - and spread beyond DR Congo - but what does this mean for neighbouring countries?

Discover how ongoing international conflicts could pose significant challenges to Ghana's economic stability, despite its natural resource advantages.

The World Bank has issued a warning regarding the potential impact of prolonged Middle East tensions on Ghana's economy. Despite Ghana's status as

Why is the NPP UK branch demanding an independent audit into Ghana's gold purchasing, even as Parliament prepares for its own inquiry?

The UK branch of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is calling for an independent forensic audit into Ghana's domestic gold purchasing operations. This

Ghana's economic path is under scrutiny - could the nation be stuck in a cycle?

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a warning regarding Ghana's economic policies. They suggest the country's reliance on certain financial strategies could have long-term consequences - but what are they?

Ghanaian traders are demanding an urgent review of port charges, citing concerns over their impact on the cost of doing business.

The Traders Advocacy Group (TAGG) is urging the government to address what it calls excessive charges at Ghana's ports. This intervention is crucial

The Traders Advocacy Group is calling for a major change in Ghana's transport leadership, but what specific issues are driving their urgent demand?

The Traders Advocacy Group of Ghana is demanding the immediate removal of the Transport Minister, citing alleged incompetence in managing the

Ghana's financial watchdog is sounding the alarm on two investment schemes operating outside legal frameworks, urging public caution.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a public warning regarding two digital investment platforms, YEPBIT Exchange and BONCHAT.

Africa's virtual asset boom faces a regulatory crossroads - will Accra's summit set the continent's new standard?

Ghana's SEC launches AVAS 2026, a summit for African regulators and markets on tokenization, set for Accra in November.

Ghana's hunger for gold is poisoning its rivers - but will the state act before it's too late?

Ghana's water bodies are being ravaged by illegal mining activities, with successive governments struggling to curb the menace - a situation that has persisted for years. The consequences of this environmental destruction are far-reaching, impacting communities, the economy, and the nation's future.

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.

Get ready for mixed changes at the pumps - how will petrol, LPG and diesel prices shift starting June 1?

Ghanaians brace themselves as petroleum prices are projected to shift at the pumps starting June 1, 2026- impacting petrol, LPG, and diesel. Mixed reviews are expected due to global prices and government interventions, but what will this mean for consumers?

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?

The Minority Caucus and GoldBod's CEO are locked in a heated exchange over the interpretation of IMF findings on Ghana's gold purchase program.

Ghana's Minority in Parliament is demanding accountability from the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) regarding significant losses from the Bank of Ghana's

A Ghanaian MP's past warnings about the Bank of Ghana are now in the spotlight - but what does the new report say?

Dr. Gideon Boako, MP for Tano North, previously raised concerns about the Bank of Ghana's financial dealings- specifically regarding the GoldBod program. The central bank has now released its delayed 2025 audited financial statements, but what do they reveal?

Ghana's National Security Council Secretariat has new leadership, but what critical threats are they being urged to confront immediately?

The Jatikay Centre for Human Security and Peace Building has welcomed the recent reorganisation of the National Security Council Secretariat. The