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    Economy

    NEWGhana Government Ends SOE Loss Absorption Amidst GHS 19.8 Billion Profit Turnaround

    President John Dramani Mahama announced that the government will no longer absorb financial losses from State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), demanding greater efficiency and profitability. This directive follows a significant financial turnaround in 2025, where SOEs collectively reported a GHS 19.8 billion net profit after tax, reversing a GHS 2.25 billion loss from the previous year. Despite this improved performance, only two SOEs paid dividends, totaling GHS 16 million, raising concerns about accountability and public value. The move aims to reduce fiscal burden and address risks identified by the International Monetary Fund.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1h ago
    Business

    NEWGhanaian Banks Strengthen as Economic Conditions Stabilise

    Kwesi Boateng|1h ago
    Energy & Resources

    Dangote's GHS 180 Billion Kenyan Refinery Faces Major Hurdles

    Akosua Boateng|3h ago
    Research

    Ghana Faces Mental Health Crisis as 3.8% of Adults Consider Suicide

    Dr. Nana Asare|3h ago
    Economy

    IMF Flags Ghana's Energy, Roads Sectors for Procurement Breaches

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|3h ago

    Economy

    Economy

    COCOBOD Directly Awarded 87% of Cocoa Road Contracts

    An International Monetary Fund (IMF) report reveals that 87% of contracts under COCOBOD's cocoa roads investment portfolio were directly awarded. This finding points to major weaknesses in procurement and project management, contributing to financial pressures on state-owned enterprises in Ghana.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3h ago
    Economy

    Ghana’s SOE Liabilities Hit GH¢282 Billion

    Former President John Dramani Mahama has highlighted a significant financial challenge for Ghana, revealing that State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) accumulated GH¢282 billion in liabilities by December 2025. This figure stands against total assets of GH¢407.85 billion, prompting calls for urgent attention to their financial health. The warning underscores ongoing concerns about the fiscal burden these entities place on the national economy and public finances.

    Ama Mensah|3h ago
    Economy

    Ghana Youth Demand 40% of Climate Funds for Northern Regions

    Ghanaian youth are demanding that 40% of the national climate adaptation budget be allocated to the four northern regions. This call, made in a National Youth Statement, aims to boost resilience and development in areas severely affected by drought and erratic rainfall. They also propose a $5 million National Youth Climate Innovation Fund and a National Green Jobs Programme to create 50,000 jobs by 2030.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|4h ago

    Markets & Data

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    Markets & Data

    Ghana Fixed Income Trading Nears GH¢1 Billion, DDEP Bonds Dominate

    Trading on Ghana's Fixed Income Market reached GH¢996.61 million, with Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) bonds making up 76.99% of the volume. Treasury bills contributed another 18.78%, highlighting a strong investor focus on government-related instruments. This concentration reflects the ongoing shift in secondary market activity towards restructured and newer debt instruments, impacting market liquidity and investor strategies.

    Abena Owusu|4h ago

    Ghana Bond Market Turnover Plunges 68% to GHS 2.12 Billion

    Abena Owusu|2d ago

    GCB Bank Drives Ghana Stock Exchange 69% Year-to-Date Gain

    Dr. Nana Asare|2d ago

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

    Abena Owusu|3d ago

    Business

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    Business

    BoG Crackdown Arrests 430 in Financial Crime Operations

    The Bank of Ghana (BoG) and law enforcement agencies arrested 430 individuals, including three foreign nationals, in intelligence-led operations targeting illegal online financial operators. This crackdown highlights Ghana's strengthened resolve against financial crimes and aims to protect the integrity of the financial system.

    Kwesi Boateng|6h ago

    Indo-Ghana Begins Local Liquid Oxygen Supply to Hospitals

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    GHS 4.2 Billion Weija Dam Flood Project Starts This Year

    Ekow Quansah|1d ago

    NETRIGHT Urges Rural Focus for Women's Bank, GHS 452.3 Million Allocated

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Politics & Policy

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    Politics & Policy

    Government Accused of Failing Education Reset Amidst Placement Chaos

    The National Democratic Congress (NDC) government faces accusations from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of failing to deliver on its promised education sector reset. Kofi Tonto, an NPP National Communications Member, highlighted widespread issues including teacher remuneration, school feeding, and student placement difficulties. These criticisms come as parents and students struggle with the 2026 Computerised School Selection and Placement System (CSSPS), reflecting broader systemic failures in the education system.

    Grace Adjei|22h ago

    PTA Council Demands Prosecution Over GHS 1,670 School Fee Fraud

    Kofi Asante|1d ago

    Over 300,000 Students Vie for Limited Elite School Places

    Kofi Asante|3d ago

    Ghana's Language Barrier Excludes Millions from National Discourse

    Grace Adjei|8d ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    Oil Tanker Rates Soar to Record Highs Amid Middle East Risks

    Oil tanker rates have reached unprecedented levels due to heightened shipping risks in the Middle East. Geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Persian Gulf, compel traders to use longer, more expensive routes. This situation tightens the availability of tankers, driving up costs significantly. For instance, a very large crude carrier (VLCC) from the Middle East to China now costs almost $800,000 daily. These rising shipping expenses could impact global oil prices and Ghana's import costs, affecting consumers and the national economy.

    Samuel Darko|4h ago

    Thermal Power Fuels 74% of Ghana's Electricity in July

    Yaw Osei|23h ago

    Ghana Union Demands IPP Pricing Review Amid Energy Crisis

    Samuel Darko|1d ago

    Oil Prices Climb After US Strikes Iranian Tankers

    Yaw Osei|3d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    GROW2 Project Exceeds Targets Supporting 52,000 Women Farmers

    The GROW2 project, funded by the Canadian government, has significantly surpassed its goals in Northern Ghana, reaching 52,000 women smallholder farmers. This initiative also supported 5,000 micro-entrepreneurs and 61 small and medium-sized enterprises, exceeding initial targets and contributing to regional economic development.

    Dr. Nana Asare|16h ago

    Ghana Fishing Industry Shrinks 24.7% in Q2 2026

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Nabdam Stakeholders Seek Expansion of Land Restoration Project to 10,000 Beneficiaries

    Abena Owusu|5d ago

    Ghana Demands Fairer Cocoa Prices for Farmers

    Dr. Nana Asare|7d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Digital Economy Powers Ghana's GDP to 6% in Q2 2026

    Ghana's economy grew by 6% in the second quarter of 2026, primarily driven by the digital economy. The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector showed a robust 30.9% year-on-year growth, making it the largest contributor to the expansion. This growth occurred despite a slight slowdown from the 6.6% recorded in the same period of 2025, largely due to moderated growth in agriculture and industry.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|5h ago

    Ghana to Mandate Biometric SIM Verification by 2026

    Ama Mensah|3d ago

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

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3d ago

    Ghana to Upgrade All Rural Telephony Sites to 4G

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|5d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    Best Assurance Donates GHS 100,000 to GETFund for Education

    Best Assurance Company Limited has donated GHS 100,000 to the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund). This contribution aims to provide essential teaching and learning materials in underserved communities across Ghana. The donation is part of the Educational Financial Partnerships Initiative (EFPI), highlighting private sector involvement in educational development.

    Kwame Kusi|16h ago

    Samba Foods Posts GHS 265,000 Profit After Tax in 2025

    Kwame Kusi|1d ago

    Poor Governance Threatens Ghanaian SME Survival and Growth

    Kwame Kusi|1d ago

    GPHA Records GHS 2.82 Billion Net Profit Amidst Revenue Growth

    Kwesi Boateng|8d 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|7d ago

    South African Tourism Leaders Wear Kente Amidst Diplomatic Tensions

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|7d ago

    Most Read

    1Ghana Government Ends SOE Loss Absorption Amidst GHS 19.8 Billion Profit Turnaround2Ghanaian Banks Strengthen as Economic Conditions Stabilise3Dangote's GHS 180 Billion Kenyan Refinery Faces Major Hurdles4Ghana Faces Mental Health Crisis as 3.8% of Adults Consider Suicide5IMF Flags Ghana's Energy, Roads Sectors for Procurement Breaches6COCOBOD Directly Awarded 87% of Cocoa Road Contracts7Ghana’s SOE Liabilities Hit GH¢282 Billion8Ghana Youth Demand 40% of Climate Funds for Northern Regions9Ghana SOEs Report GH¢18.6 Billion Financial Irregularities10Oil Tanker Rates Soar to Record Highs Amid Middle East Risks