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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
A proposed bill could allow dual citizens to hold high office - but not without raising some important questions.
Ghana's Parliament is considering a bill to allow dual citizens to hold high-level public offices - sparking debate about national security and development. The proposed change could tap into the skills of Ghanaians abroad - but what are the risks?
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.
Aramco's uncertainty highlights a shift: Is Iran, not the US, now key to reopening global energy markets?
Tensions in the Middle East are disrupting global energy markets, involving Iran, the US, and Saudi Arabia. The ability of one nation to impact shipping routes raises questions about long-term stability - and who truly holds the power.
UMB is experiencing a transformation under Dr. Oti-Mensah's leadership-but what's driving this resurgence?
Dr. Philip Oti-Mensah's first year as Managing Director of UMB coincides with international recognition-a front-page feature in EMEA Entrepreneur. This milestone hints at a transformation underway at UMB, driven by a leadership style focused on discipline and strategic execution-but what does it mean for the bank's future?
A year after a fateful flight, the memories and unanswered questions surrounding a critical mission continue to resonate across Ghana.
On August 6, 2025, a Ghana Air Force Z-9 helicopter departed Accra for Obuasi, carrying several prominent figures for a crucial program launch. The
TI Ghana & GIPC are intensifying their media campaign - but what hidden practices are threatening Ghana's investment environment?
TI Ghana and GIPC are working together to fight fronting in Ghana's business sector- they held a workshop for journalists in the Ashanti Region. Accurate reporting can safeguard transparency, but illicit practices continue to threaten Ghana's investment landscape.
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.
The UN injects millions to fight Ebola- but will it be enough to stop a potential global crisis?
The UN is releasing $60 million to combat a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo- and surrounding nations. The emergency funds are being deployed to enact an aggressive containment strategy, but the success of the plan hinges on one key factor.
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?
A so-called international career program may be a trap - but what are young African women being lured into?
The Alabuga Start Program presents itself as an international career-development exchange, recruiting young women from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. There are reports that these women are being trafficked to produce weapons of war in Russia - raising concerns about exploitation and deception.
A Ghanaian MP is raising concerns about a gold mine deal - but what exactly is he worried about?
Suame MP John Darko is calling for value protection in the Damang Gold Mine deal with Engineers and Planners Limited. He is stressing stronger safeguards around equity participation and long-term benefits- but why is this so important?
Can the Africa Energy Technology Centre's initiatives restructure the continent's energy architecture?
The Africa Energy Technology Conference (AETC 2026) convened in Accra, Ghana, to address Africa's energy paradox- vast resources overshadowed by energy poverty. AETC aims to transition Africa into an integrated economy, but regional value chains remain theoretical without integrated energy systems.
Financial markets are being redesigned, with emerging economies at the forefront - but what does this mean for Ghana?
At the ACI World Congress in Accra, central bank governors discussed financial markets. The focus was on how emerging economies are redesigning them - but the implications are still unclear.
The Pan-African Business Forum has released a statement regarding attacks on the UAE - but what does it mean for Africa?
The Pan-African Business Forum (PABF) has strongly condemned an attack against the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The group is calling for de-escalation - but why is this important for African nations?
Could a fuel price intervention be quietly pushing Ghana's energy sector toward another debt crisis?
The NPP warns that the government's fuel price intervention is straining the petroleum downstream sector.
The NPP is demanding an apology after attacks on a former president - but from whom?
The NPP has strongly criticized political commentator Kevin Taylor's remarks against former President Kufuor- raising concerns about the NDC's silence. The party is calling for accountability and respect in political discourse- but what does this mean for national unity?