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    Ghana Stock Exchange Trading Value Drops 49% to GHS 39.13 Million

    Trading activity on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) sharply declined in the week ending August 28, 2026. Total value traded fell by 49.11% to GHS 39.13 million, while volume traded dropped by 53.60%. Market capitalization also contracted by 0.97%.

    Abena Owusu|5h ago
    Economy

    Ghana MP Rejects 16,000 Ounce Gold Reserve Discrepancy Claims

    Adwoa Mensah-Bonsu|9h ago
    Business

    GPRTU Warns of New Transport Fare Hike Over Rising Fuel Costs

    Ekow Quansah|9h ago
    Agriculture

    COCOBOD Settles GHS 2.31 Billion DDEP Obligation

    Dr. Nana Asare|10h ago
    Business

    Debit Card Issuance Declines 11.8% Amid Mobile Money Surge

    Kwame Kusi|11h ago

    Economy

    Economy

    Perseus Mining Pays Ghana GHS 391.2 Million Dividend

    Perseus Mining (Ghana) Limited has paid a dividend of US$35 million (GHS 391.2 million) to the Government of Ghana, a significant increase from the US$5 million paid last year. This sevenfold rise highlights the company's improved profitability and the effectiveness of Ghana's sliding-scale system, which ensures the state receives a larger share of revenues when mining companies achieve higher profits. Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson announced the payment, emphasizing the need for Ghana to secure a fairer share from its extractive sector.

    Ama Mensah|12h ago
    Agriculture

    COCOBOD Settles GHS 2.3 Billion DDEP Obligation for 2026

    The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has paid GHS 2.3 billion to bondholders under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), fulfilling its mandatory bond payment obligations for 2026. This latest payment brings COCOBOD's total DDEP-related disbursements for the year to GHS 2.68 billion, demonstrating its commitment to financial management and investor confidence within Ghana's vital cocoa sector.

    Dr. Nana Asare|12h ago
    Business

    Port Charges Hike Threatens Consumer Prices, Traders Warn

    The Traders Advocacy Group Ghana (TAGG) has warned that increasing port charges will force traders to raise prices on imported goods. This will directly impact Ghanaian consumers. TAGG specifically highlighted an administrative charge that rose from GHS 550 to GHS 720. The group urges government intervention to review these charges and prevent further economic strain.

    Kwesi Boateng|12h ago

    Markets & Data

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

    Ghana's Fixed Income Market recorded a significant GHS 1.61 billion in turnover on Monday, August 31, 2026. Treasury bills were the primary driver, making up GHS 1.30 billion, or 80.89%, of the total. This strong activity in short-term government instruments highlights investors' continued focus on liquidity and lower duration risk amidst ongoing efforts to stabilize the domestic debt market.

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Ghana Stock Exchange Trading Halves to GHS 39.13 Million

    Dr. Nana Asare|1d ago

    Business

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    Amantin/Kasei Bank Commits GHS21.19 Million to Agribusiness

    Amantin/Kasei Community Bank has allocated GHS21.19 million to support agribusinesses in the Bono East Region. This initiative aims to boost local economic growth by providing loans to approximately 1,000 agricultural businesses. The bank also targets a GHS16 million profit for 2026 and seeks to meet the Bank of Ghana's GHS5 million minimum capital requirement.

    Kwesi Boateng|14h ago

    GPRTU to Raise Transport Fares After Fuel Price Hike

    Esi Larbi|14h ago

    Traders Demand Urgent Review of Rising Port Charges

    Kwame Kusi|14h ago

    Ghana Targets Long-Term Growth Through Debt Capital Markets

    Kwesi Boateng|20h ago

    Politics & Policy

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    Politics & Policy

    Ghanaian Travellers Limited to GHS 500 in Local Currency Abroad

    Ghana's Customs Division has reiterated that outbound travellers can carry a maximum of GHS 500 in local currency. This regulation aims to ensure travellers use the currency of their destination. Exceeding this limit risks seizure of the excess amount. The clarification comes amidst broader efforts to manage currency flows and inform the public about declaration requirements for both local and foreign currencies.

    Nana Yaw Amoako|17h ago

    Chief of Staff Urges Strong Government-Church Partnership

    Kofi Asante|2d ago

    West African Health Organisation Launches Patient Support Centres in Three Nations

    Grace Adjei|3d ago

    Ghana Enacts New Investment Law, Lowers Capital Requirements

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3d ago

    Energy & Resources

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    Energy & Resources

    ECG Loses 27 Percent of Electricity, Hindering Power Sector

    The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) loses about 27 percent of the electricity it supplies due to technical and commercial issues. Electrical engineer Ing. Hesford Quaye-Larbi states that recovering these losses could generate significant revenue. This revenue would improve infrastructure and pay power producers, avoiding the need for higher electricity tariffs. The losses stem from illegal connections, aging infrastructure, and poor revenue collection, impacting the entire power value chain and Ghana's economic stability.

    Samuel Darko|16h ago

    GRIDCo Operating Profit Plunges 89% in 2025 Despite Net Profit Rise

    Samuel Darko|17h ago

    Petrol Prices Rise 4.80% as Global Crude Costs Increase

    Samuel Darko|1d ago

    COPEC Urges Ghana Government to Adopt Long-Term Fuel Price Solutions

    Akosua Boateng|1d ago

    Agriculture

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    Agriculture

    Analyst Questions COCOBOD's Reported GHS 5.1 Billion Profit

    Policy analyst Bright Simons has raised concerns about the Ghana Cocoa Board's reported GHS 5.11 billion profit for 2025. He cautions against drawing conclusions about COCOBOD's financial health based solely on this headline figure. Simons highlights issues with accounting methods and potential misinterpretations of financial statements, suggesting the reported profit may not reflect true operational success.

    Dr. Nana Asare|16h ago

    SankofaFresh Technology Cuts Farm Losses, Boosts Farmer Income

    Abena Owusu|4d 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|1d ago

    Social Media Profiles Now Public Reference Points, Mogtari Warns Users

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3d ago

    EduSpots Launches Education Academy in Akumadan

    Nana Yaw Amoako|3d ago

    Companies

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    Companies

    Sherif Ghali Steps Down After 10 Years Leading Young Entrepreneurs Chamber

    Sherif Ghali has resigned as CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs after a decade. He founded the organization in 2015 with 15 members, growing it to over 19,000. Ghali will now focus on the Ghana Youth Federation and broader entrepreneurship ecosystem development. His leadership saw the Chamber secure GHS 10 million for youth programs and advocate for key policies.

    Kwesi Boateng|12h ago

    Gold Fields Concessions Exceed Community Investment by GHS 2.9 Billion

    Kwame Kusi|3d ago

    MTN Ghana Supports Yagbon Damba Festival

    Kwame Kusi|4d ago

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

    Kwame Kusi|4d ago

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