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Business

NEWUBA Ghana Doubles Lending to GHS 1.50 Billion

UBA Ghana more than doubled its lending to customers to GHS 1.50 billion in the first half of 2026. This rapid expansion occurred while its non-performing loan ratio sharply declined to 1.70% from 17.30%. The bank's strong capital and liquidity positions support this growth, despite a 15.81% drop in profit before tax.

Kwame Kusi|58m ago

Markets & Data

NEWLocation Outweighs House Size in Property Value, Says Architect Birmeh

Architect Akua Birmeh emphasizes that property location is more critical than house size for Ghanaian homebuyers. She highlights hidden costs of distant properties, such as transportation and lost time, despite lower initial prices. Birmeh suggests considering fringe communities and cooperative housing to balance affordability and access to amenities.

Dr. Nana Asare|59m ago

Politics & Policy

NEWAfenyo-Markin Accuses Government of Weaponizing Laws to Suppress Dissent

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has accused the Ghanaian government of misusing laws to silence political opposition and commentary. He highlighted that the current administration, which previously benefited from harsh criticism while in opposition, is now treating similar expressions as criminal offenses. Afenyo-Markin specifically cited sections of the Electronic Communications Act and the Criminal Offences Act, arguing these are being weaponized against political opponents and to restrict the right to bail. He warned that such precedents could impact ordinary citizens and urged young Ghanaians to engage with constitutional rights.

Grace Adjei|59m ago

Economy

NEWNew Platform Launches to Boost African Green Economy Skills

A new e-learning platform, Sustainability Skills and Careers Launchpad Africa (SSCLAfrica), has launched to provide African-centred training for the continent's emerging green economy. The platform offers courses in areas like sustainable finance, renewable energy, and climate resilience, designed to create jobs and foster a just green transition across Africa. Its unique approach focuses on African realities and case studies, setting it apart from global sustainability training.

Nana Yaw Amoako|59m ago

Politics & Policy

NEWGNECC Urges Stronger Tracking of Education Funds for Vulnerable Children

The Ghana National Education Campaign Coalition (GNECC) has called for improved tracking of education funds, especially for girls and children with disabilities. District Accountability Dialogues in the Ahafo Region revealed a sharp decline in local funding for inclusive education. This decline exacerbates learning gaps for marginalized groups, despite Ghana's progress in school enrollment. GNECC emphasizes the need for transparent disbursement of statutory funds like the District Assembly Common Fund to ensure tangible classroom improvements. The initiative aims to hold duty-bearers accountable and align with UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Nana Yaw Amoako|1h ago

NEWUS Missionary Released After Nine Months Captivity in Niger

Nana Yaw Amoako|1h ago

Breaking

NEWGhana Intelligence Official Arrested Amid Protocol Breaches

Kofi Asante|1h ago

Mahama Forms Expert Committee for AU Chairmanship Strategy

Grace Adjei|2h ago

Tourism Minister Orders Removal of Illegal Structures Near Heritage Sites

Nana Yaw Amoako|3h ago

Institutional Corruption Plagues Nigeria, Says Femi Kuti

Grace Adjei|3h ago

Social Media Firms Caution Australia on Under-16 Ban Data

Kofi Asante|4h ago

Energy & Resources

NEWNPA Reduces Petrol Price Floor to GHS 13.92, Diesel to GHS 15.19

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has announced a reduction in the price floor for petrol and diesel, effective August 16, 2026. Petrol's price floor drops by GHS 0.61 to GHS 13.92 per litre, a 4.1% cut. Diesel sees a significant GHS 1.78 reduction, lowering its price floor to GHS 15.19 per litre, marking a 10.48% decrease. This move follows a government intervention to absorb GHS 2 of diesel prices for August. However, with many oil marketing companies (OMCs) currently selling above these new floors, it is unclear if consumers will immediately experience lower prices at the pumps. The NPA's decision aims to influence market prices, but the final cost to consumers will depend on OMCs' pricing strategies and their operating margins.

Akosua Boateng|1h ago

Central Region Electrification Project Receives GHS 598 Million Investment

Yaw Osei|7h ago

AGI Warns 40% Electricity Tariff Hikes Threaten Businesses

Samuel Darko|8h ago

Energy Minister Warns Public After Pylon Damage From Tanker Explosion

Samuel Darko|20h ago

Greater Accra Faces Power Cuts After Transmission Line Damage

Samuel Darko|20h ago

Energy Minister Orders Eviction on GRIDCo Land After Explosion

Yaw Osei|20h ago

Ghana's Water Sector Faces Persistent Pollution and Degradation

Samuel Darko|21h ago

Agriculture

NEWGhana Targets 100,000 Hectares for Palm Oil Self-Sufficiency by 2032

Ghana aims to develop 100,000 new hectares for oil palm cultivation by 2026, targeting full self-sufficiency in palm oil production by 2032. The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) is spearheading this initiative to reduce reliance on imported edible oils and create sustainable jobs. The plan emphasizes environmental protection and improved productivity over deforestation.

Abena Owusu|1h ago

COCOBOD Threatens Licence Revocation for Credit Cocoa Purchases

Dr. Nana Asare|4h ago

CSIR Proposes Fish Farm Wastewater for Food Security Boost

Dr. Nana Asare|7h ago

Africa Faces Fertiliser Price Shock After Shipping Lane Closure

Dr. Nana Asare|10h ago

COCOBOD CEO Defends Cocoa Bill, Cites Farm Protection and Financial Reforms

Abena Owusu|11h ago

Ghana Targets GHS 60 Billion in Non-Traditional Exports by 2025

Dr. Nana Asare|11h ago

COCOBOD Threatens LBC Licence Revocation Over Credit Cocoa Purchases

Abena Owusu|11h ago

Technology

NEWNIS Cakes CEO Advocates Social Media for Business Growth

Ida De Baker, CEO of NIS Cakes, has urged Ghanaian entrepreneurs to leverage social media and mobile technology for business promotion. She emphasized the power of mobile phones in reaching wider audiences and creating brand awareness. De Baker advised business owners to understand their target audience and tailor content for better engagement, stressing persistence despite initial low interaction.

Ama Mensah|1h ago

NEWWakanow CEO Urges Mindset Shift for African Opportunity

Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1h ago

Ghana's Digitalisation Boom Raises Local Ownership Concerns

Ama Mensah|2h ago

Ghana Minerals Sector Boosts Cybersecurity Efforts

Ama Mensah|5h ago

Ghana Loses GHS 19.3 Million to Cybercrime

Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|8h ago

Ghana Loses GHS19.3 Million to Cybercrime in 2025

Ama Mensah|10h ago

MTN Ghana Boosts Small Businesses with New Accelerate Program

Ama Mensah|20h ago

Companies

NEWEP Church Ghana Clears GHS11 Million Debt, Outstanding Balance Falls to GHS3.17 Million

The Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG) has made substantial progress in clearing its debt, paying over GHS11 million. This effort has reduced its outstanding balance to GHS3.17 million. The church accumulated liabilities from unserviced loans and construction costs, reaching GHS14.25 million by 2026. Under the leadership of Moderator Rt Rev Dr Lt Col Bliss Kofi Agbeko, the church implemented financial discipline. This financial turnaround allows the church to focus on future investments and welfare improvements for its agents.

Kwesi Boateng|59m ago

SUNU Assurances Donates to Techiman Hospital Paediatric Ward

Kwesi Boateng|6h ago

Newmont Ahafo South Deploys Advanced Mining Shovel

Kwesi Boateng|15h ago

Ghana Industry Leadership Awards Celebrate Business Excellence

Kwesi Boateng|18h ago

MTN Ghana Rewards 30,000 Customers in Anniversary Promotion

Kwesi Boateng|21h ago

Accra Brewery Seeks Delay on New Excise Duty Hikes

Kwesi Boateng|22h ago

Digital Customer Experience Crucial for Ghana Business Growth

Kwame Kusi|1d ago

Research

Sir Rod Stewart Cancels Tour Dates Due to Medical Procedure

Sir Rod Stewart has cancelled his remaining tour dates after undergoing a coronary stent procedure. Doctors are pleased with his recovery, but he requires four weeks of recuperation. This medical development affects his 'One Last Time' farewell tour, with several performances already postponed or cancelled.

Dr. Nana Asare|3h ago

Akatsi South records 177 teenage pregnancies in six months

Dr. Nana Asare|12h ago

Ghana's KNUST Air Quality Centre Seeks Funding Amid 91% Drop in African Support

Abena Frimpong|16h ago

Ashanti Region Records Ghana's Highest Maternal Mortality Rate at 196.7 Deaths

Abena Frimpong|21h ago

NSMQ Honours Quiz Mistress for Two Decades of Service

Dr. Nana Asare|22h ago

Ghana Cancer Care Faces Significant Patient Journey Gaps

Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

1Instagram Accounts Lure Migrants with Misleading Videos for Fees 2GHS Director-General Urges Stronger Commitment for Free Primary Healthcare 3Professor Kwaku Asare Challenges Oppong Nkrumah's Supreme Court Suit 4Asoukor Bridge Construction Continues Despite Rainfall Disruptions 5Ghana's Youthful Population Offers Major Economic Opportunity 6UBA Ghana Doubles Lending to GHS 1.50 Billion 7Location Outweighs House Size in Property Value, Says Architect Birmeh 8Afenyo-Markin Accuses Government of Weaponizing Laws to Suppress Dissent 9New Platform Launches to Boost African Green Economy Skills 10EP Church Ghana Clears GHS11 Million Debt, Outstanding Balance Falls to GHS3.17 Million

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NEWInstagram Accounts Lure Migrants with Misleading Videos for Fees

NEWGHS Director-General Urges Stronger Commitment for Free Primary Healthcare

NEWProfessor Kwaku Asare Challenges Oppong Nkrumah's Supreme Court Suit

NEWAsoukor Bridge Construction Continues Despite Rainfall Disruptions

NEWGhana's Youthful Population Offers Major Economic Opportunity