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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

Amid rising fuel costs, what assurances did the Energy Committee Vice Chair give to Ghanaians?

Kofi Arko Nokoe, Vice Chair of the Energy Committee, addressed Ghanaians' concerns about rising fuel prices. He hinted at the government's commitment to energy stability - but what considerations are at play?

New ethics filings reveal a flurry of financial activity by Donald Trump - but what could be the implications?

Donald Trump's ethics filing reveals a substantial number of financial transactions involving securities of major U.S. companies. The reports, covering the first three months of 2026, hint at the scale of the president's financial activity - but what does it all mean?

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

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?

Could Rwanda's regulated motorcycle taxi system offer a blueprint for Ghana's illegal Okada operators?

Rwanda and Ghana both use motorcycles for commercial transport, but only Rwanda has legalized and regulated the practice.

The US government has highlighted significant issues with Nigeria's fiscal transparency, pointing to a lack of detailed financial reporting.

The United States Government has raised concerns regarding Nigeria's fiscal transparency, citing insufficient disclosure of revenues and

Why is the United Cadres Front urgently calling on the government and the AU to step in?

The United Cadres Front has called on the Government of Ghana and the African Union to act regarding xenophobic attacks in South Africa. The group has asked for steps to protect Ghanaians and other African foreign nationals - but what kind of support is needed?

Ghana's state-owned enterprises have seen a dramatic financial turnaround, but persistent issues in key sectors remain a concern.

SIGA's 2025 State Ownership Report offers a detailed assessment of state-owned entities' performance. The report highlights significant financial

A high-profile politician is in court amid claims of falsified documents and a missing fortune - what's the real story?

Chairman Wontumi, a prominent figure in the NPP, faces serious allegations related to a multi-million cedi agricultural loan. The charges involve deception and a significant financial loss to Ghana EXIM Bank - raising questions about accountability.

Six Akufo-Addo ministers are under investigation - what secrets might these probes uncover?

The Mahama government is investigating six former ministers from the Akufo-Addo administration - raising questions about past dealings. The investigations involve several high-profile projects and financial transactions- but what could they reveal?

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.

A British political party's audacious proposal to punish nations seeking reparations for slavery sparks global debate-what are the true implications?

Reform UK, a British political party, has proposed visa restrictions on nations seeking reparations for the transatlantic slave trade. This move by

Despite reported outages, the Energy Ministry insists Ghana's electricity supply remains stable - but for how long?

The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition is addressing concerns about Ghana's electricity supply. The PRO insists the government is tackling challenges - but what could this mean for citizens?

Why did PAC halt the hearing and what critical questions remain unanswered about Ghana Water's financial health?

Ghana's Public Accounts Committee has postponed its hearing on Ghana Water Limited's finances, demanding the sector minister and managing director…

Trump says he called off Iran attacks at the request of Gulf states- but what does this mean for global markets?

Tensions in the Middle East continue as the US considers military action against Iran- with Gulf states now involved. Energy markets are volatile, and the potential impact on the global economy looms large- but how will it all unfold?

The opposition challenges the government's portrayal of a recent diesel price reduction, suggesting it falls short of genuine relief for Ghanaians.

Ghana's opposition New Patriotic Party has criticized the government's recent two-cedi diesel relief, arguing it is merely a temporary measure. They

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.