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    NEWBank of Ghana Imposes 20% Fines, Three-Year Ban for Repeat Dud Cheque Issuers

    The Bank of Ghana has introduced stringent new penalties for customers who repeatedly issue dud cheques. These sanctions include fines up to 20% of the cheque's value and a three-year ban on issuing cheques for third-time offenders. The central bank's move seeks to enhance financial discipline and reduce the prevalence of bounced cheques within the banking sector, impacting creditworthiness and access to financial services.

    Kwesi Boateng|20m ago
    Economy

    NEWB5 Plus Pays GHS 400 Million Tax to Ghana Revenue Authority

    Ama Mensah|1h ago
    Markets & Data

    NEWGhana T-Bill Auction Oversubscribed by 51.6% as Demand Soars

    Abena Owusu|1h ago
    Economy

    Ghana Child Pneumonia Vaccine Remains Cost-Effective After Gavi Support

    StatsGH Newsroom|2h ago
    Economy

    Ghana to launch Diaspora Consular Fund after GHS 49.7 million South Africa evacuation

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|4h ago

    Energy & Resources

    Energy & Resources

    Oil Prices Climb After US Strikes Iranian Tankers

    Oil prices increased after the United States military struck three Iranian oil tankers, leading to warnings of heavier retaliation from Iran. Brent crude rose to $96.89 per barrel, while WTI traded at $92.14 per barrel. This escalation follows earlier Iranian attacks on US warships and contributes to uncertainty in global oil supply, impacting Ghana's economy through fuel import costs.

    Yaw Osei|6h ago
    Politics & Policy

    Over 300,000 Students Vie for Limited Elite School Places

    More than 300,000 Ghanaian students selected Category A senior high schools as their first choice for 2026, despite only 76,417 available vacancies. This intense competition for limited places in top-tier institutions is a primary cause of challenges in the Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS). The Education Ministry confirms 87.3% of qualified candidates were placed, with self-placement options available for others.

    Kofi Asante|8h ago
    Markets & Data

    Ghana Fixed Income Market Records GHS 2.02 Billion Turnover

    Ghana's Fixed Income Market recorded a GHS 2.02 billion turnover on September 7, 2026, with government-related securities making up 96.53% of the total. Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) bonds and Treasury bills were the primary drivers of this activity, highlighting the market's continued reliance on sovereign debt instruments. Corporate bonds played a minimal role, accounting for only 3.47% of the day's trading.

    Abena Owusu|8h ago

    Economy

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    Economy

    NHIA Pays GHS 281.66 Million in Latest Claims

    The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) recently disbursed GHS 281.66 million to health facilities across Ghana. This payment, made in late August 2026, brings the total claims paid by the Authority since the start of the year to GHS 1.64 billion. The funds support public, private, and mission facilities, ensuring they can continue providing essential services to National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) members. This timely reimbursement is crucial for maintaining healthcare access and financial stability within Ghana's health sector.

    Ama Mensah|11h ago

    Ghana Evacuates 1,964 Citizens from South Africa at GHS 49.72 Million Cost

    Ama Mensah|16h ago

    BoG Forecasts Cedi Stability Amidst Rising Christmas Import Demand

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|16h ago

    Ghana's Public Debt Reaches GHS 719.5 Billion by June 2026

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    Markets & Data

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    Markets & Data

    MTN Ghana Dominates GSE Trading with 90 Percent of Value

    Trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange on September 7, 2026, saw a total of 20.48 million shares traded, valued at GHS 139.04 million. MTN Ghana accounted for over 90 percent of this value, with GCB Bank contributing significantly as well. This concentration highlights a narrow market breadth despite strong headline activity.

    Abena Owusu|8h ago

    Ghana Fixed Income Trading Doubles to GHS 48.99 Billion in August

    Abena Owusu|22h ago

    GSE Turnover Reaches GHS 17.90 Million, Two Stocks Dominate

    Abena Owusu|2d ago

    Ghana Stock Exchange Forecasts 81% Investor Return by 2026

    Dr. Nana Asare|3d ago

    Business

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    Business

    Bank of Ghana Raises GHS 12.89 Billion Through Short-Term Bills

    The Bank of Ghana successfully raised GHS 12.89 billion through its latest auction of 14-day bills, offering a weighted average interest rate of 10.50%. This operation is a key tool for the central bank to manage liquidity in the financial system and influence monetary conditions, distinct from government borrowing for fiscal needs. The significant absorption of funds highlights the central bank's ongoing efforts to control money supply and maintain stability within Ghana's economy.

    Kwesi Boateng|8h ago

    Ghana Money Supply Jumps 28.5% in June 2026

    Kwame Kusi|22h ago

    Cement Makers Add GHS 12 Surcharge Due to Port Congestion

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Cement Producers Face Cartel Warning Over GH¢12 Surcharge

    Kwesi Boateng|3d ago

    Politics & Policy

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    Politics & Policy

    Cement Makers' GHS 12 Surcharge Raises Cartel Concerns

    Ghanaian cement manufacturers introduced a uniform GHS 12 per bag surcharge, sparking cartel concerns from CUTS International. This charge, intended to recover rising demurrage costs at Tema Port, is seen as a collective price agreement among rivals. Experts warn it could stifle competition and increase building expenses across Ghana's economy.

    Grace Adjei|2d ago

    FDA Recalls Arcan Bitters Over Undeclared Erectile Dysfunction Drug

    Nana Yaw Amoako|5d ago

    MP Sammy Awuku Demands Answers on MV Sankofa's GHS 14 Million Penalty Waiver

    Grace Adjei|7d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    Ghana Secures GHS 1 Billion for Poultry Sector Transformation

    Ghana's 24-Hour Economy Secretariat and Accelerated Export Development Authority have secured over GHS 1 billion in financing commitments for the poultry value chain. This initiative seeks to significantly increase local poultry production, create jobs, and decrease the country's heavy dependence on imported chicken, which currently accounts for about 95% of national consumption. The funding will support various aspects of the industry, from feed production to processing, with major private banks like ABSA, Fidelity, and Ecobank participating.

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Bawumia Prepares New Cocoa Policy Package for Farmers

    Abena Owusu|2d ago

    Tomato Prices Soar 158.3% in August, Driving Inflation

    Abena Owusu|4d ago

    Ghana Processes Less Than 6% Of Cashew Output

    Abena Owusu|6d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Ghana to Mandate Biometric SIM Verification by 2026

    Ghana's government will introduce mandatory biometric verification for SIM card registration by the end of 2026. This move, announced by Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George, seeks to enhance digital identity security and address issues from the previous SIM registration exercise, which saw millions of cards blocked due to incomplete registration.

    Ama Mensah|17h ago

    Ghanaian Consumers See Up To 70% Drop In Fibre Broadband Prices

    Nana Yaw Amoako|21h ago

    Ghana to Upgrade All Rural Telephony Sites to 4G

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|2d ago

    Ghana Records 1,818 Online Fraud Cases in Seven Months

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|4d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    BOST Energies Pays GHS 34.2 Million Dividend After GHS 684 Million Profit

    BOST Energies Limited Company (BOSTenergies) has paid its first-ever dividend of GHS 34.2 million to the Government of Ghana. This payment follows a robust financial performance in 2025, where the company recorded a profit after tax of GHS 683.96 million. The dividend represents five percent of the company's net profit and marks a significant milestone 32 years after its establishment. This financial achievement highlights improved operational efficiency and disciplined management within the state-owned enterprise, contributing directly to government revenue.

    Kwesi Boateng|4d ago

    Ali PVT Ghana MD Granted GHS 150,000 Bail Over GHS 600,000 Dud Cheques

    Kwame Kusi|5d ago

    Sherif Ghali Steps Down After 10 Years Leading Young Entrepreneurs Chamber

    Kwesi Boateng|6d ago

    World

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    World

    Upper East Region Unveils GHS 8.6 Billion Development Plan

    The Upper East Regional Minister, Donatus Akamugri, has launched a GHS 8.6 billion development plan. This 10-year initiative, called PEARL, targets job creation, investment attraction, and infrastructure improvement. It covers all 15 municipalities and districts in the region. The plan seeks to align with national development goals and secure support from various stakeholders.

    Ama Mensah|4d ago

    South African Tourism Leaders Wear Kente Amidst Diplomatic Tensions

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|4d ago

    Central Region Targets 60,000 New Jobs Through Economic Zone

    Ama Mensah|7d ago

    Most Read

    1Bank of Ghana Imposes 20% Fines, Three-Year Ban for Repeat Dud Cheque Issuers2B5 Plus Pays GHS 400 Million Tax to Ghana Revenue Authority3Ghana T-Bill Auction Oversubscribed by 51.6% as Demand Soars4Ghana Child Pneumonia Vaccine Remains Cost-Effective After Gavi Support5Ghana to launch Diaspora Consular Fund after GHS 49.7 million South Africa evacuation6Oil Prices Climb After US Strikes Iranian Tankers7Over 300,000 Students Vie for Limited Elite School Places8Ghana Fixed Income Market Records GHS 2.02 Billion Turnover9MTN Ghana Dominates GSE Trading with 90 Percent of Value10Bank of Ghana Raises GHS 12.89 Billion Through Short-Term Bills