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Genser Energy secures 456m euros to accelerate next phase of growth across West Africa
The transaction builds on Genser Energy Ghana’s landmark US$428 million corporate refinancing and Genser Energy d’Ivoire SA’s EUR 200m equipment loan facility completed in 2025, demonstrating the Company's continued ability to attract support from leading financial institutions as it expands its integrated gas-to-power...
50 youth trained as Agricultural Drone Pilots under HAPPY Program
A passing-out ceremony has been held for 50 young participants trained as drone pilots under the E-HAPPY initiative of the Harnessing Agricultural Productivity and Prosperity for Youth (HAPPY) Program. The cohort, comprising 18 females and 32 males aged 18 to 35, underwent an intensive, fully funded two-week technical...
Bank of Africa partners schools nationwide for tree planting, promotes financial inclusion through education
Bank of Africa Ghana has launched a nationwide tree planting initiative in collaboration with schools as part of efforts to promote environmental sustainability while deepening financial inclusion through education. The Bank’s team visited Ford International School at Teshie Nungua, where they interacted with students...
GIPC woos Canadian investors for value addition in key industrial sectors
According to him, Ghana’s natural resources, youthful population and strategic access to West African markets make the country a strong destination for investors seeking to expand operations on the continent.
Ghana auto dealers warn of job losses over Chinese market expansion
Ghana’s vehicle dealers have raised alarm over what they describe as “unfair competition” from a growing influx of Chinese automobile brands, warning that current policies threaten local businesses and jobs. The Vehicles and Assets Dealers Union of Ghana (VADUG), speaking at a press briefing in Accra on Thursday, said...
GRA gives Electrochem 7 days to settle GH¢8.6m tax debt or face sanctions
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has given Electrochem Ghana Limited, a subsidiary of the McDan Group of Companies, a seven-day ultimatum to settle an outstanding tax liability of GH¢8.6 million or face further enforcement action. The directive follows what the GRA describes as several unsuccessful engagements with th...
GoldBod generated GH¢970m in non-tax revenue in 2025 – CEO
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, says the institution generated GH¢970 million in non-tax revenue for the state in 2025 through assay fees charged on gold transactions. According to him, the revenue was generated from fees paid for the assaying of gold, including transactions...
Ghana Shippers’ Authority CEO to meet association of Port Transport Drivers over intended strike
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Ransford Gyampo, has announced that his office will engage in a key meeting with the leadership of the Joint Association of Port Transport Drivers (JAPTU) at 12pm on Monday, April 13.
24-Hour Economy Authority, GNCCI to sign MoU to strengthen SME support structures
The 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Authority and the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry are to formalise a partnership to support Small and Medium Enterprises (SME).
Another external shock, different Ghana: Why this oil price may not trigger a crisis
Over the past five years, Ghana’s economy has been shaped not just by domestic policy choices, but by a sequence of global shocks, each different in nature, but similar in their ability to test the country’s macroeconomic resilience. The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a collapse in global demand. The Russia-Ukraine War in...
Three firms roll out AI-powered security platform for financial institutions
Three financial services firms, BlueSPACE, INETCO and Sumsub, have jointly rolled out an advanced artificial intelligence solution for banks and financial institutions called TrustNET.
Inflation could be coming down due to expected harvest season – Government Statistician
The Government Statistician, Dr Alhassan Iddrisu, expects inflation to come down later in the year, due to the expected harvest season. According to him, since food constitutes a significant portion of the basket computing the Consumer Price Index (CPI), the expected harvest season could impact inflation going forward....