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    Energy & Resources

    Petrol Prices Rise 4.80% as Global Crude Costs Increase

    Petrol and diesel prices are increasing at Ghanaian filling stations from September 1, 2026. This rise is driven by higher international crude oil prices, pushing petrol up by 4.80% and diesel by 2.10%. The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) confirmed these projections. This development will likely impact consumers and businesses across the country, despite recent gains by the Ghana cedi against the US dollar.

    Samuel Darko|2h ago
    Markets & Data

    Ghana Fixed Income Market Sees GHS 1.61 Billion Turnover Dominated by Treasury Bills

    Dr. Nana Asare|2h ago
    Markets & Data

    GSE Trades GHS 5.14 Million as MTN Ghana Dominates Activity

    Dr. Nana Asare|2h ago
    Business

    Bank of Ghana Absorbs GHS 12.9 Billion in Short-Term Bills

    Kwesi Boateng|2h ago
    Economy

    Kumasi Krofrom Market Stalled as GHS 100 Million Funding Trapped

    Ama Mensah|3h ago

    Economy

    Economy

    Ghana Targets New Investment Wave Amidst Economic Growth

    Ghana is actively pursuing a new wave of private investment, aiming to leverage improved economic conditions for industrial growth. The government, under President John Dramani Mahama, is positioning Ghana as a prime investment destination and a gateway to the broader African market. This strategy moves beyond mere economic stabilization, focusing instead on productive investment, manufacturing, and job creation. Key initiatives like the 24-Hour Economy Programme and the Investment Opportunities Mapping Project are central to this ambition, alongside Ghana's strategic role in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The goal is to shift the economy from consumption and commodity exports towards value-added production and diversified exports.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|6h ago
    Economy

    Ghana's SOEs Report GHS 19.8 Billion Profit in 2025, Reversing Losses

    Ghana's state-owned enterprises (SOEs) collectively reported a net profit of GHS 19.8 billion in 2025, a major reversal from a GHS 2.25 billion loss in 2024. This improvement, detailed in the 2025 State Ownership Report, was largely driven by a stronger cedi, which generated GHS 11.72 billion in foreign exchange earnings. However, critical challenges remain, including the substantial liabilities of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the minimal dividend payments to the government, raising questions about the sector's structural health.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|6h ago
    Economy

    Ghana Reduces Public Financial Irregularities By GHS 13.03 Billion

    Ghana has significantly reduced public-sector financial irregularities by GHS 13.03 billion in 2025. This 62.90% drop to GHS 7.69 billion from GHS 20.72 billion in 2024 signals improved public financial management. Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem announced these figures, highlighting the government's success in exceeding its 50.00% reduction target. The decline covers various public entities, including ministries, assemblies, and state-owned enterprises. This achievement is crucial for Ghana's fiscal consolidation and rebuilding trust in public expenditure, especially as the nation works to restore fiscal credibility after a period of debt distress. The reduction suggests that tighter controls can free up funds for essential services without new taxes, though the sustainability of this improvement will depend on structural changes rather than just audit cycle outcomes.

    Ama Mensah|6h ago

    Business

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    Ghana Road Maintenance Funding Gap Widens to 63 Percent

    Ghana faces a significant road maintenance funding shortfall, with only 37% of estimated needs met in 2024, according to the World Bank. This decline from 45% between 2018 and 2021 raises concerns about deteriorating infrastructure and its economic consequences. The funding gap is attributed to issues like the Earmarked Funds Capping and Realignment Act and poor transfer of Road Fund revenues. Delayed maintenance increases costs and negatively affects access to markets, particularly for agricultural communities.

    Ekow Quansah|10h ago

    Ghana Airports Company Income Reaches GHS 2.48 Billion

    Esi Larbi|16h ago

    Ghana Shippers' Authority Net Surplus Jumps 271% to GHS 258 Million

    Kwame Kusi|18h ago

    Ghana to Develop 150-Acre Air Cargo Hub at Tamale Airport

    Esi Larbi|18h ago

    Politics & Policy

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    Politics & Policy

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

    Akuapem North MP Sammy Awuku has challenged the Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) over its handling of the MV Sankofa vessel. He questioned the waiver of a US$1 million (GHS 14 million) penalty and discrepancies in pollution fines. The vessel was initially found unseaworthy and lacking proper registration, yet was cleared to leave Ghana.

    Grace Adjei|15h ago

    ECOWAS Lacks Security Insight Despite Regional Threats

    Grace Adjei|2d ago

    GNFS Mandates Digital Safety System Compliance in Six Months

    Kofi Asante|2d ago

    Rotary Club, SCEF Donate School Supplies to 200 Children

    Grace Adjei|2d ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    Fuel Prices Climb 4.8% as Global Costs Outweigh Cedi Gains

    Fuel prices in Ghana are set to increase from September 1, with petrol rising by up to 4.8% and diesel by 2.1%. This surge is driven by higher international crude oil and refined petroleum product prices, which have outweighed recent gains by the Ghana cedi. The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) projects petrol to reach GHS 16.39 per litre and diesel GHS 17.60 per litre. This development will put renewed pressure on household transport costs and business operating expenses, despite the cedi appreciating by 3.64% against the US dollar during the pricing window. The government has extended a GHS 2.00 per litre reduction in the regulatory margin on diesel to mitigate the impact.

    Samuel Darko|6h ago

    VRA Reverses GHS106 Million Loss to GHS88 Million Profit in 2025

    Samuel Darko|15h ago

    ECG Liabilities Reach GHS 82.31 Billion Amid SOE Recovery

    Akosua Boateng|19h ago

    Ghana Plans 1,200 MW Gas Plant to Cut Power Costs

    Samuel Darko|1d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    Fallen Power Cable Kills 10 Cattle in Krachi East

    A fallen high-tension electricity cable in Krachi East, Oti Region, has caused the death of over 10 cattle. The incident occurred in Abrewanko, a farming community, when livestock came into contact with electrified water in a stream. This event highlights critical infrastructure safety concerns and potential economic losses for local farmers. Authorities, including the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), face calls for urgent intervention to prevent further casualties and secure the affected area.

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    100 Women and Youth Gain Climate-Smart Livelihood Skills

    Dr. Nana Asare|3d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    mNotify Selects 14 Ghanaian SMEs for AI Transformation Programme

    Ghanaian technology company mNotify has selected 14 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate in a three-month programme. This initiative aims to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital tools into their operations. The programme focuses on solving business challenges and improving growth through technology. It emphasizes data quality and problem-first approaches before introducing AI solutions. This move is part of a broader effort to boost digital transformation among Ghanaian businesses.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|12h ago

    Social Media Profiles Now Public Reference Points, Mogtari Warns Users

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2d ago

    EduSpots Launches Education Academy in Akumadan

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    Gold Fields Concessions Exceed Community Investment by GHS 2.9 Billion

    Gold Fields is under pressure to justify its value-sharing in Ghana. The company received GHS 3.9 billion in fiscal concessions between 2017 and 2025. This compares to GHS 1.4 billion invested in communities since 2002. The debate highlights Ghana's broader challenge in maximizing returns from natural resources.

    Kwame Kusi|2d ago

    MTN Ghana Supports Yagbon Damba Festival

    Kwame Kusi|3d ago

    Camelot Ghana Revenue Jumps 31.50% to GHS 36.97 Million on Flexo Growth

    Kwame Kusi|3d ago

    World

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    World

    Central Region Targets 60,000 New Jobs Through Economic Zone

    Ghana's government has pledged to boost the Central Region's economy by leveraging its agricultural, tourism, and industrial potential. The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, highlighted plans for a 21,000-acre Special Economic Zone in Gomoa Central, projected to create 60,000 jobs. This initiative, alongside efforts to revitalize the Komenda Sugar Factory and establish garment factories, aims to increase national output, diversify exports, and integrate local businesses into the broader African market.

    Ama Mensah|6h ago

    Anta Education Fund Supports 1,519 Students with Fee Payments

    Ama Mensah|2d ago

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    1Petrol Prices Rise 4.80% as Global Crude Costs Increase2Ghana Fixed Income Market Sees GHS 1.61 Billion Turnover Dominated by Treasury Bills3GSE Trades GHS 5.14 Million as MTN Ghana Dominates Activity4Bank of Ghana Absorbs GHS 12.9 Billion in Short-Term Bills5Kumasi Krofrom Market Stalled as GHS 100 Million Funding Trapped6Ghana Targets New Investment Wave Amidst Economic Growth7Ghana's SOEs Report GHS 19.8 Billion Profit in 2025, Reversing Losses8Ghana Reduces Public Financial Irregularities By GHS 13.03 Billion9Central Region Targets 60,000 New Jobs Through Economic Zone10Fuel Prices Climb 4.8% as Global Costs Outweigh Cedi Gains