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?
A World Bank document shows 27 countries are seeking crisis funds - but what does this mean for the global economy?
An internal World Bank document shows that twenty-seven countries have moved to put in place crisis instruments. The goal is to quickly access funding from existing World Bank programs - but the reason for the urgency remains unclear.
The IMF warns of hidden risks in global credit markets- could the Middle East war trigger a financial crisis?
The IMF is sounding the alarm about the war in the Middle East and its potential impact on the global economy. The apparent calm in financial markets may be masking vulnerabilities- but what could happen if the war escalates?
The Iran war has caused economic disruption, but some companies are seeing record profits. Which sectors are booming?
The conflict in Iran has created uncertainty and disruption, impacting firms, families, and governments worldwide. While some struggle, certain sectors are seeing record earnings- but who is profiting from the ongoing crisis?
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.
As Ghana focuses on economic recovery, is the early talk of succession a distraction or a necessary part of the process?
Callistus Mahama reflects on the subtle dangers of early political maneuvering as John Dramani Mahama's administration navigates economic recovery. He suggests that premature focus on succession could undermine the nation's progress - but what is the solution?