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Kumasi Technical University exposes students to innovation, practical skills for job market
Kumasi Technical University (KsTU) has reaffirmed its commitment to producing industry-ready graduates by equipping students with practical skills, innovation capabilities and entrepreneurial mindsets to meet the demands of the evolving job market. The Vice Chancellor of KsTU, Professor Gabriel Dwomoh, said higher educ...
Energy sector still needed GH¢12.9bn in gov’t support despite higher ESLA levy in 2025 – Finance Ministry
The Finance Ministry’s report on the management of the Energy Sector Support Account has revealed that proceeds from the Energy Sector Shortfall and Debt Repayment Levy were still insufficient to fully cover Ghana’s energy sector obligations in 2025 despite the introduction of the additional GH¢1 levy. In April 2025, P...
GoldBod introduces stricter rules for Tier 2 gold buyers accessing trade financing
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has introduced new mandatory procedures for Tier 2 licensed gold buyers seeking access to its trade financing programme through aggregators. In a notice dated July 22, 2026, GoldBod said the revised framework is aimed at strengthening accountability, risk management and regulatory complia...
FABAG welcomes gov’t decision to scrap 20% excise duty on locally produced fruit juices
The Chairman of the Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG), John Awuni, has welcomed the government’s decision to abolish the 20% excise duty on locally manufactured fruit juices, describing it as a major boost for local production, investment and job creation. His remarks follow Finance Minister Dr Cassiel At...
Technology can stop hackers, but not customers surrendering their PINs – BoG Fintech Head
The Head of Fintech and Innovation at the Bank of Ghana, Elhanan Owureku Asare, says technology alone cannot stop digital fraud if customers are tricked into giving away their passwords and PINs.
GSA begins nationwide sensitisation on mandatory ICUMS shipper registration
The Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) has begun a nationwide sensitisation of shippers on the mandatory registration of shippers on the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS) in accordance with the Ghana Shippers’ Authority Act, 2024 (Act 1122). Officials of the GSA, the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Author...
Analysis: Chinese takeover of Atlantic Lithium could force MIIF to exit at a loss
On May 7, 2026, Chinese battery materials giant Zhejiang Huayou Cobalt announced plans to acquire Atlantic Lithium in a proposed $210 million transaction that could significantly reshape the future of Ghana's Ewoyaa Lithium Project. Five days later, Huayou agreed to assume the remaining development funding obligations...
PURC commends ECG for prompt response and dedicated service
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), Ashanti Regional Office, has commended the Electricity Company of Ghana’s Ashanti Sub-Transmission Region for its prompt response and restoration of power.
Damang Mine Deal: Mireku Duker questions four-day tender process
Former Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, George Mireku Duker, has raised concerns over the tender process used in awarding the Damang mine, questioning the short timeline given for bids. Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Mr. Duker criticised what he described as a rushed process, noting that the te...
Director-General of NLA calls for concerted effort against illegal gambling at EL Industry Days 2026
The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mohammed Abdul-Salam, has called on members of the European Lotteries (EL), the African Lotteries Association (ALA), and stakeholders in the gaming and lottery industry to intensify efforts to combat illegal gambling. According to him, illegal gambling conti...
Landfilling waste management creates no value, it’s an economic waste
Landfilling is not waste management. It is value destruction. For too long, landfilling has been treated as the default answer to Ghana’s municipal waste challenge. But landfills do not solve the problem. They merely store it temporarily while generating new environmental, social, and fiscal burdens.
ECG substation upgrade exercise: parts of Accra to experience power outages
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is set to embark on a major transformer replacement and upgrade exercise across parts of Accra, backed by an estimated investment of GH¢240 million. According to the ECG, the exercise will require planned power outages in some areas, including parts of East Legon Hills, Nanakrom,...