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.
Trump is at odds with the Fed chair - and hints at firing him if he doesn't leave. What could happen?
Donald Trump has threatened to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. The two are in a spat over interest rates - and now a potential investigation adds fuel to the fire.
The GPRTU urges drivers across Ghana to exercise patience as the union prepares for a key Tuesday meeting with the Minis
The GPRTU urges drivers across Ghana to exercise patience as the union prepares for a key Tuesday meeting with the Ministry of Transport to finalise transport fare review decisions.
The U.S.-Israeli war against Iran could affect the recent improvement in Ghana’s economy - how?
Bank of Ghana Governor Asiama says the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran poses a fresh threat to Ghana’s inflation outlook. The Governor notes that geopolitical uncertainty is pushing up gold prices - but will that be enough?
UHAS is tackling neonatal infections in the Volta Region- but what challenges will they face?
UHAS has launched a 3-year research initiative at Ho Teaching Hospital, addressing neonatal infections and antimicrobial resistance. The project aims to reduce deaths caused by drug-resistant infections- but what systemic gaps will they uncover?
UMA donated equipment to a CHPS compound - but what challenges were they facing before this?
The Underground Mining Alliance (UMA)-Subika has engaged with the Amomaso CHPS compound. The donation of medical equipment aims to address a critical need - but what impact will it have on healthcare access?
Why is the Economic Fighters League so concerned about the cost of student housing?
The Economic Fighters League is speaking out against high hostel fees at the University of Ghana-Legon. The group claims students are being exploited, and they are calling for government intervention- but why now?
Ghanaian students are being offered an exciting opportunity to contribute to a national institution- but how?
The Student Loan Trust Fund (SLTF) is engaging tertiary students across Ghana in a unique way. As part of its 20th-anniversary celebrations, the SLTF is inviting students to showcase their musical talents- but what's at stake?
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.
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 Parliamentary Press Corps sharpen their skills - but what crucial role does financial reporting play in a strong democracy?
The Parliament of Ghana, World Bank, and FCDO collaborated on a workshop for journalists. The aim was to boost their capacity for public financial reporting- but the implications could be far-reaching.
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?
Ghana's Finance Minister met with investors to discuss the economy - but what questions were raised during the session?
The Finance Ministry convened an investor town hall - the first since 2021 - uniting investors and market specialists. The government is intensifying efforts to restore faith in Ghana's economy and debt market - but what challenges remain?
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?
The Bank of Ghana's financial position has raised concerns - but what could this mean for the country's economy?
Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam is calling for policy attention after reviewing the Bank of Ghana's 2025 financial statements. Certain trends could have implications for Ghana's fiscal outlook and post-programme economic management - but what are they?
