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    Sagnerigu Kindergarten Teachers Say Play-Based Learning Needs More Support

    A survey of 159 kindergarten teachers in the Northern Region finds limited materials, little formal training and crowded classrooms.

    StatsGH Newsroom|2h ago
    Agriculture

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

    Abena Owusu|3h ago
    Agriculture

    Bawumia Prepares New Cocoa Policy Package for Farmers

    Abena Owusu|3h ago
    Technology

    Ghana to Upgrade All Rural Telephony Sites to 4G

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|3h ago
    Technology

    Rural Data and Calls to Become Cheaper by Q1 2027

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|4h ago

    Economy

    Economy

    Domelevo Questions Presidency Payments to MPs, Cites Public Finance Concerns

    Former Auditor-General Daniel Yaw Domelevo has voiced strong concerns regarding alleged payments from the Presidency to Members of Parliament for vetting government nominees. He argues that such payments bypass proper public financial management protocols and Parliament's own budget. This comes amid an investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor into an alleged GHS 70,000 payment linked to a vetting exercise, highlighting broader issues of financial accountability and institutional separation in Ghana's public sector.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|5h ago
    Markets & Data

    GSE Turnover Reaches GHS 17.90 Million, Two Stocks Dominate

    Trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) generated GHS 17.90 million on September 4, 2026. GCB Bank and MTN Ghana dominated this activity, representing approximately 95.04% of the total value traded. This concentration suggests limited broad-based liquidity despite the significant headline turnover figure.

    Abena Owusu|5h ago
    Politics & Policy

    Cement Makers' GHS 12 Surcharge Raises Cartel Concerns

    Ghanaian cement manufacturers introduced a uniform GHS 12 per bag surcharge, sparking cartel concerns from CUTS International. This charge, intended to recover rising demurrage costs at Tema Port, is seen as a collective price agreement among rivals. Experts warn it could stifle competition and increase building expenses across Ghana's economy.

    Grace Adjei|5h ago

    Markets & Data

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    Markets & Data

    Ghana Fixed Income Market Turnover Hits GHS 1.64 Billion

    Trading on Ghana's Fixed Income Market reached GHS 1.64 billion on September 4, driven largely by restructured government bonds from the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). These DDEP bonds accounted for 41.28% of total turnover, highlighting continued investor preference for government-linked instruments amidst ongoing economic adjustments. The market also saw significant activity in sell/buy-back transactions and Treasury bills, while corporate debt remained a small fraction of overall trading.

    Dr. Nana Asare|5h ago

    Ghana Stock Exchange Surges 71.90% in August 2026

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Ghana Fixed Income Market Hits GHS 909.15 Million Turnover

    Dr. Nana Asare|2d ago

    Ghana Stock Exchange Leads Africa with 71% Return

    Abena Owusu|2d ago

    Business

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    Business

    MTN Ghana Urges SMEs to Master Financial Discipline for Growth

    MTN Ghana, through a recent webinar, has strongly advised Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) to adopt rigorous financial discipline. Key speakers emphasized the importance of separating personal and business finances, leveraging digital payment tools, and making strategic investments to ensure long-term business sustainability and wealth creation in Ghana's dynamic economic landscape.

    Kwame Kusi|15h ago

    Accra-Kumasi Expressway Funding Secured by 2026

    Ekow Quansah|1d ago

    Ghana Music Industry Lacks Structure, Says Patchbay Band Manager

    Kwesi Boateng|1d ago

    Tanker Drivers Suspend Strike, Demand Road Repairs in One Month

    Ekow Quansah|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|3d ago

    Ghanaian Travellers Limited to GHS 500 in Local Currency Abroad

    Nana Yaw Amoako|4d ago

    Chief of Staff Urges Strong Government-Church Partnership

    Kofi Asante|7d 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|2d ago

    TOR and GOIL Explore Alliance for Fuel Security

    Samuel Darko|3d ago

    BOSTenergies Pays GHS 34.2 Million First-Ever Dividend to Government

    Samuel Darko|3d ago

    Ghana Reforms Oil Sector to Attract Investment

    Akosua Boateng|3d 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|2d ago

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

    Abena Owusu|2d ago

    COCOBOD Settles GHS 2.31 Billion DDEP Obligation

    Dr. Nana Asare|4d ago

    Analyst Questions COCOBOD's Reported GHS 5.1 Billion Profit

    Dr. Nana Asare|4d 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|2d ago

    Ghana's Delivery Economy Faces Hidden Costs and Accountability Gaps

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|3d ago

    Companies

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    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|2d ago

    Ali PVT Ghana MD Granted GHS 150,000 Bail Over GHS 600,000 Dud Cheques

    Kwame Kusi|3d ago

    Sherif Ghali Steps Down After 10 Years Leading Young Entrepreneurs Chamber

    Kwesi Boateng|4d 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|2d ago

    South African Tourism Leaders Wear Kente Amidst Diplomatic Tensions

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|2d ago

    Central Region Targets 60,000 New Jobs Through Economic Zone

    Ama Mensah|5d ago

    Most Read

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