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Prudential Bank strengthens strategic supplier partnerships at 2026 Supplier Conference
Prudential Bank Limited (PBL) has once again demonstrated its commitment to building stronger, more strategic supplier relationships following the successful hosting of its 2026 Supplier Conference under the theme “Partnering Our Suppliers to Deliver Excellent Customer Service.” The conference, now in its third edition...
Majority criticises Akufo-Addo gov’t over failure to achieve stability despite BoG losses
The Majority in Parliament has criticised the Akufo-Addo administration, accusing it of failing to achieve macroeconomic stability despite the Bank of Ghana recording cumulative losses of over GH₵80 billion between 2022 and 2024.
OmniBSIC Bank delivers 104% profit growth, assets and deposits double in 2025
The country’s fastest growing bank, OmniBSIC Bank Ghana Ltd has delivered an impressive performance in 2025, with profit before tax soaring by 104 percent to GH¢641million, driven by a rapidly expanding balance sheet, stronger net interest income and solid gains from trading activities.
Türkiye’s exports to Africa rise 12.6% to $13.3bn in seven months
Türkiye’s exports to Africa reached $13.3 billion in the first seven months of 2026, rising 12.6% compared with the same period last year, as expanding logistics networks, construction projects and diplomatic engagement boost trade.
ECG announces GHS3.46bn investment to fix power supply challenges
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has unveiled a GHS 3.46 billion investment programme aimed at restoring reliability in power supply, following persistent outages and low voltage in parts of the country. Acting Managing Director, Kwame Kpekpena, said the initiative will prioritise the distribution segment of the...
Dubai Chambers meets GNCCI, GIPC and Importers Association to strengthen Ghana trade ties
Dubai Chambers has held a series of high-level meetings with key trade and economic institutions in Ghana as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral trade, investment cooperation, and private-sector partnerships between Dubai and Ghana. The engagements, held in Accra, brought Dubai Chambers into discussions with the Gh...
Ahmed Ibrahim warns contractors against shoddy work on 24-Hour Economy market projects
The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim, has issued a strong warning to contractors working on the government’s 24-Hour Economy Model Market programme, stating that shoddy work, delays, and disregard for specifications will not be tolerated under any circumstance. The Mi...
24-hour markets to transform Ghana’s economy, set for completion within two years – Minister
The Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Ahmed Ibrahim, has said the government’s flagship 24-hour market initiative is expected to become a major economic driver and significantly transform Ghana’s economy within the next two years. Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, the Minister explained that the pr...
24-hour markets to run essential services round-the-clock – Local Government Minister
The Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Ahmed Ibrahim, has outlined key businesses expected to operate 24 hours within the government’s newly designed model markets under the 24-hour economy policy. According to him, the initiative is aimed at boosting economic activity by ensuring continuous access to...
Policy rate at 14%: Middle East crisis is the elephant in the room – BoG Governor
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Johnson Pandit Asiamah, has defended the decision by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to maintain the policy rate at 14 percent, insisting that lingering geopolitical tensions in the Middle East continue to pose serious risks to Ghana’s inflation outlook and economic stability. Res...
Police stations, banks, restaurants to be included in 24-hour markets – Local Government Minister
TThe Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Ahmed Ibrahim, has revealed that the government’s proposed 24-hour markets will go beyond the traditional concept of trading spaces, incorporating modern facilities such as police stations, banks, restaurants and clinics. According to him, the initiative forms p...
Suspend the importation of selected agricultural products, particularly tomatoes— Chamber of Agribusiness
The Ghana Chamber of Agribusiness has urged the government to suspend the importation of selected agricultural products, particularly tomatoes, to boost local production and support the 24-hour economy agenda. Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber, Anthony Morrison, said current import levels are undermining the domes...