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    Economy

    NEWGlobal Borrowing Costs Surge Amid Oil Shock, IMF Warns

    Global borrowing costs are sharply increasing, with UK 10-year gilt yields nearing 5.27%, a level last seen during the financial crisis. This surge is driven by rising oil prices, which climbed above $95 per barrel, and has prompted the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to express serious concern about spillovers to emerging economies like Ghana. The situation highlights the vulnerability of national budgets to global market volatility and increased debt servicing costs.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|46m ago
    Business

    Accra-Kumasi Expressway Funding Secured by 2026

    Ekow Quansah|5h ago
    Business

    DBG Invests GHS 2.5 Billion, Targets Food Security and Job Creation

    Kwame Kusi|7h ago
    Business

    Ghana Music Industry Lacks Structure, Says Patchbay Band Manager

    Kwesi Boateng|9h ago
    Business

    CIPA Holdings Plans GH¢1 Billion Green Bond for Renewable Energy

    Kwame Kusi|15h ago

    Economy

    Economy

    Ghana SOE Profits Surge to GHS 19.8 Billion, Efficiency Concerns Remain

    Ghana's State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) reported a consolidated net profit of GHS 19.8 billion in 2025, a significant turnaround from a GHS 2.25 billion loss in 2024. However, Banking and Corporate Governance Consultant Dr. Richmond Atuahene cautions that these figures may not reflect true operational efficiency. He urges a critical review of SOE structures and performance drivers, highlighting that some entities still face persistent losses and limited dividend payments despite the sector's overall profitability.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|17h ago
    Business

    Tanker Drivers Suspend Strike, Demand Road Repairs in One Month

    Ghanaian tanker drivers have suspended their strike, giving the government one month to fix critical roads. The Union warns of renewed industrial action if visible progress is not made, impacting the nation's fuel distribution and weekly tax revenue of GHS 300 million.

    Ekow Quansah|18h ago
    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|19h ago

    Markets & Data

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    Markets & Data

    Ghana Fixed Income Market Hits GHS 909.15 Million Turnover

    Ghana's fixed-income market recorded GHS 909.15 million in turnover on September 3, 2026. Government securities, including Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) bonds and sell/buy-back transactions, accounted for 94.61% of this total. This concentration highlights the sovereign's significant presence in the secondary market, with limited activity in corporate bonds.

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Ghana Stock Exchange Leads Africa with 71% Return

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    Ghana Fixed-Income Trading Reaches GHS 2.03 Billion

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

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

    Dr. Nana Asare|4d ago

    Business

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    Business

    Ghana's Maritime Security Crucial for Global Trade

    Ghana and other coastal nations must strengthen naval cooperation and invest in modern capabilities to safeguard maritime trade routes. Over 80% of global trade moves by sea, making secure oceans vital for economic stability. Challenges like piracy, illegal fishing, and transnational crime threaten these critical waterways, requiring coordinated international efforts and technological innovation to ensure safety and economic prosperity.

    Kwame Kusi|19h ago

    GPHA Net Profit Soars 17 Percent to GHS 2.82 Billion

    Ekow Quansah|23h ago

    GPRTU Seeks Transport Fare Review Amid Rising Fuel Costs

    Ekow Quansah|1d ago

    Cedi Gains Mask State Enterprise Weakness, Analyst Warns

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Politics & Policy

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    Politics & Policy

    Ghana's Language Barrier Excludes Millions from National Discourse

    Ghana's official reliance on English for state documents and parliamentary proceedings excludes millions of citizens, particularly women and those in rural areas, from understanding critical national issues like the budget and laws. Despite independence 69 years ago, no official translations of the Constitution exist in local languages. This linguistic barrier hinders civic participation and informed decision-making, prompting calls for official translations and multilingual parliamentary proceedings.

    Grace Adjei|1d ago

    Ghanaian Travellers Limited to GHS 500 in Local Currency Abroad

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3d ago

    Chief of Staff Urges Strong Government-Church Partnership

    Kofi Asante|5d ago

    West African Health Organisation Launches Patient Support Centres in Three Nations

    Grace Adjei|6d ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    Global Fuel Prices to Remain High Until 2027 Due to Refining Crunch

    Global fuel prices are projected to remain high until at least 2027. This is due to significant damage to refineries in the Middle East and Russia. Existing global refining capacity cannot offset these supply disruptions. This situation tightens fuel markets worldwide, impacting various economies including Ghana's.

    Samuel Darko|1d ago

    TOR and GOIL Explore Alliance for Fuel Security

    Samuel Darko|1d ago

    BOSTenergies Pays GHS 34.2 Million First-Ever Dividend to Government

    Samuel Darko|2d ago

    Ghana Reforms Oil Sector to Attract Investment

    Akosua Boateng|2d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    Ghana Demands Fairer Cocoa Prices for Farmers

    Ghana is pushing for a significant shift in the global cocoa trade, advocating for farmers to receive a larger share of the value generated from their produce. Dr. Wisdom Kofi Dogbey of the Cocoa Marketing Company highlighted the need for a fairer distribution, especially as production costs increase. The government aims to guarantee farmers at least 70% of the gross free-on-board price and process 50% of cocoa locally by 2026/27, moving beyond a focus solely on production volumes to value capture.

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Ghana's Green Economy Forecasted to Reach 6.01 Billion Dollars by 2026

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    COCOBOD Settles GHS 2.31 Billion DDEP Obligation

    Dr. Nana Asare|3d ago

    Analyst Questions COCOBOD's Reported GHS 5.1 Billion Profit

    Dr. Nana Asare|3d ago

    Technology

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    Technology

    Ghana Records 1,818 Online Fraud Cases in Seven Months

    Ghana's Cyber Security Authority (CSA) reported 1,818 online fraud cases between January and July 2026, representing 47 percent of all cybersecurity incidents. This surge highlights growing threats to digital financial services, with GHS 101 million identified as being at risk in 2025. The CSA urges financial institutions to prioritize cybersecurity at the board level to protect public confidence.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1d ago

    Ghana's Delivery Economy Faces Hidden Costs and Accountability Gaps

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|2d ago

    Mahama Tasks New Minister to Center Science in Development

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|6d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    GPHA Records GHS 2.82 Billion Net Profit Amidst Revenue Growth

    The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) achieved a net profit of GHS 2.82 billion, with total revenue reaching GHS 7.62 billion. This financial success underscores the authority's robust operational strategies and its significant contribution to Ghana's economic landscape, despite ongoing challenges in the global shipping industry.

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    MTN Foundation Disburses GHS 5 Million to 454 MSMEs

    Kwesi Boateng|2d ago

    Camelot Ghana Revenue Rises 31.5 Percent to GHS 36.97 Million in 2025

    Kwesi Boateng|3d 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|19h ago

    South African Tourism Leaders Wear Kente Amidst Diplomatic Tensions

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1d ago

    Central Region Targets 60,000 New Jobs Through Economic Zone

    Ama Mensah|4d ago

    Most Read

    1Global Borrowing Costs Surge Amid Oil Shock, IMF Warns2Accra-Kumasi Expressway Funding Secured by 20263DBG Invests GHS 2.5 Billion, Targets Food Security and Job Creation4Ghana Music Industry Lacks Structure, Says Patchbay Band Manager5CIPA Holdings Plans GH¢1 Billion Green Bond for Renewable Energy6Ghana SOE Profits Surge to GHS 19.8 Billion, Efficiency Concerns Remain7Tanker Drivers Suspend Strike, Demand Road Repairs in One Month8BOST Energies Pays GHS 34.2 Million Dividend After GHS 684 Million Profit9Upper East Region Unveils GHS 8.6 Billion Development Plan10Central EXPO’26 Targets Investment, Jobs, and Tourism Growth