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    NEWGhana Secured Loans Surge 73.4% to GHS 31.5 Billion in Q2 2026

    The total value of secured loans in Ghana reached GHS 31.5 billion in the second quarter of 2026, marking a substantial 73.4% increase from the previous year. This growth, revealed by the Bank of Ghana, indicates a robust expansion in credit backed by collateral, with foreign-controlled banks dominating the market.

    Kwame Kusi|16m ago
    Business

    COPEC Calls for Port Security Overhaul After €225 Million Cocaine Seizure

    Kwame Kusi|3h ago
    Economy

    Ghana Sanitation Funding Needs Long-Term Solutions, MP Warns

    Ama Mensah|10h ago
    Agriculture

    Ghana Tomato Shortfall Could Reach 400,000 Tonnes

    Dr. Nana Asare|11h ago
    Energy & Resources

    NPA Implements Buffers to Secure Ghana's Fuel Supply

    Yaw Osei|15h ago

    Markets & Data

    Markets & Data

    Ghana Bond Market Turnover Surges 95% to GHS 4.13 Billion

    Ghana's secondary bond market experienced a significant surge in activity, with turnover almost doubling to GHS 4.13 billion. This increase, a 94.65% rise week-on-week, was primarily concentrated in bonds maturing between 2031 and 2034, which accounted for over half of the trading volume. The robust performance signals renewed investor confidence in Ghana's debt instruments, particularly the newly issued 4-year government bond.

    Dr. Nana Asare|15h ago
    Politics & Policy

    Ghana Launches National Plan to Combat Heavy Metals in Food

    Ghana has launched a National Strategic Plan to reduce heavy metals in food, addressing significant contamination levels found in products like cereals and turmeric. The plan aims to strengthen food safety, protect public health, and safeguard the nation's economic interests, with UNICEF highlighting lead exposure as a critical child rights issue.

    Kofi Asante|16h ago
    Business

    Volta Region Faces Major Waste Management Crisis with 268,000 Tonnes Annually

    The Volta Region generates 268,000 tonnes of solid waste each year, but only 60 percent is collected and a mere 2 percent recycled. Challenges include poor road access to processing facilities and a lack of engineered landfills. This situation threatens public health and environmental sustainability, prompting calls for urgent infrastructure development and policy changes.

    Ekow Quansah|20h ago

    Economy

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    Economy

    Corruption Watch Exposes GHS 1 Billion Astroturf Procurement Irregularities

    A Corruption Watch investigation uncovered widespread procurement irregularities and conflicts of interest in Ghana's GHS 1 billion 'One Constituency, One Astroturf' programme. The probe highlighted issues in projects like the Hohoe Sports Stadium and Agogo Sports and Cultural Complex, implicating former government officials and raising concerns about public funds being used for privately controlled facilities.

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1d ago

    Ghana’s Fiscal Deficit Narrows to GHS 9.9 Billion in H1 2026

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1d ago

    Ghana Targets Diaspora Investment Beyond Tourism

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|1d ago

    LEAP Payments Begin in Adenta with New Six-Tier Grant Structure

    Ama Mensah|1d ago

    Business

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    Business

    Ghana Ports Face Scrutiny After €225 Million Cocaine Seizure

    Ghanaian authorities face increased pressure to strengthen port security after French customs intercepted 3.9 metric tonnes of cocaine from Ghana. The seizure, valued at €225 million, highlights vulnerabilities in current screening methods. A political communicator has urged the deployment of sniffer dogs and advanced scanning technology to prevent future illicit consignments.

    Kwesi Boateng|20h ago

    Republic Bank Targets 42% Mortgage Market Share by Year-End

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Ghana Secures €6.67 Million Green Innovation Fund

    Kwame Kusi|1d ago

    Bank of Ghana to Maintain Policy Rate at 14%

    Kwame Kusi|2d ago

    Politics & Policy

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    Politics & Policy

    Ghana Government Reviews GHS 25,000 Citizenship Fee

    Ghana's government is reviewing the GHS 25,000 fee for citizenship following strong objections from the diaspora. The high cost is seen as a barrier to formalizing ties and attracting investment. This review highlights Ghana's broader strategy to engage its global diaspora for national development, balancing financial requirements with efforts to reconnect with those abroad.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|1d ago

    Ghana's School Placement System Faces Persistent Challenges

    Kofi Asante|1d ago

    NPA Bill 2026 Threatens Over 300 BOST Jobs

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2d ago

    Government Considers Extending School Reporting Date Amid Placement System Challenges

    Nana Yaw Amoako|2d ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    Ghana Shields Consumers as Global Diesel Prices Nearly Double

    Ghanaian consumers have been largely shielded from a near doubling of international diesel prices, according to the National Petroleum Authority (NPA). The global cost of diesel has surged by almost 100% since February, but local pump prices have seen a much smaller increase due to a stable cedi and deliberate government actions. This intervention has moderated the impact on citizens, despite the NPA raising the minimum price floor for diesel in September.

    Samuel Darko|2d ago

    NPA Assures 6 Weeks Fuel Supply Amid Price Concerns

    Samuel Darko|2d ago

    NPA Bill 2026 Threatens BOST's Financial Strength and Fuel Security

    Akosua Boateng|2d ago

    BOST Halts Fuel Exports to Sahel Nations Amid Domestic Demand Surge

    Yaw Osei|3d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    Ghana Cashew Apple Initiative Targets New Jobs, Income Streams

    A new partnership between German Development Cooperation and Swiss-Ghanaian company KOA aims to transform Ghana's underutilised cashew apples into valuable commercial products. This initiative, launched on September 16, 2026, seeks to create new income opportunities for farmers, women, and rural enterprises by processing the often-wasted cashew apples. The project will reduce post-harvest losses and connect community-level production to both local and European markets, fostering economic growth in cashew-producing regions.

    Abena Owusu|1d ago

    DBG Launches AI Platform to Boost Agricultural Lending and Farmer Productivity

    Dr. Nana Asare|2d ago

    Ghana Targets 400,000 Tonnes Annual Tomato Production

    Abena Owusu|3d ago

    Volta Region Targets Tomato Self-Sufficiency with New Initiative

    Abena Owusu|3d ago

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    1Ghana Secured Loans Surge 73.4% to GHS 31.5 Billion in Q2 20262COPEC Calls for Port Security Overhaul After €225 Million Cocaine Seizure3Ghana Sanitation Funding Needs Long-Term Solutions, MP Warns4Ghana Tomato Shortfall Could Reach 400,000 Tonnes5NPA Implements Buffers to Secure Ghana's Fuel Supply6Ghana Bond Market Turnover Surges 95% to GHS 4.13 Billion7Ghana Launches National Plan to Combat Heavy Metals in Food8Volta Region Faces Major Waste Management Crisis with 268,000 Tonnes Annually9Ghana Ports Face Scrutiny After €225 Million Cocaine Seizure10Cedi Nears GHS12 As BoG Says Some Depreciation Is Deliberate