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Iran–US conflict pushes fertilizer prices higher, raising food security risks in 2026
Rising geopolitical tensions between Iran and the United States are beginning to ripple through global commodity markets, with fertilizer prices emerging as a key pressure point for agriculture in Africa and Ghana. The disruption of critical energy and shipping routes in the Middle East is tightening supply chains for...
Stanbic Bank strengthens financial resilience of journalists in Ashanti Region
Selected journalists in the Ashanti Region have enhanced their financial literacy and resilience through a Financial Wellness Workshop organised by Stanbic Bank Ghana. The initiative, held in Kumasi, forms part of the bank’s broader strategy to equip media professionals with practical knowledge and tools to build wealt...
Why Ghana’s economic growth is not creating jobs despite strong rebound — Deloitte partner
A Partner at Deloitte Ghana, Yaw Appiah Lartey, has warned that Ghana’s improving economic indicators may paint a positive picture, but the country is still grappling with “jobless growth” as key productive sectors continue to lag behind. Speaking on JoyNews on April 30, Mr Appiah Lartey said despite strong gains in in...
Engineers call for finance sector support to bridge infrastructure gap ahead of FIDIC conference
The President of the Ghana Consulting Engineers Association, Ing. Kwabena Bempong, is calling for stronger collaboration between consulting engineers and financial institutions to help address Ghana’s growing infrastructure deficit. Speaking to Joy Business ahead of the upcoming FIDIC Africa Infrastructure Conference 2...
GoldBod’s workforce expands from 114 to 450 in 2025 amid operational expansion
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) significantly expanded its workforce in 2025 as part of its institutional transformation, increasing staff strength from 114 under the former Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC) in 2024 to 450 employees.
We have enough aviation fuel to meet demand — Edward Bawa
The Managing Director of GOIL PLC, Edward Bawa, has assured stakeholders in the aviation industry that there is no shortage of aviation fuel in the country. His comments come in response to growing concerns about potential supply constraints and their impact on flight operations. Speaking to Joy Business on the sidelin...
Fintech, customer service top agenda as Ghanaian financial regulators undergo training in Malaysia
Ghana's financial regulators are currently in Malaysia for a five-day training programme aimed at deepening the country's non-interest banking sector, and the lessons are going digital.
Publican AI system doesn’t determine values, it flags suspicious transactions – GRA Boss
The Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Anthony Sarpong, has clarified that the newly introduced Publican AI system does not set the value of imported goods but rather identifies suspicious declarations for further review.
BoG warns inflation battle far from over despite stability gains
While recent policy measures have helped stabilise the macroeconomic environment, Dr. Mumuni stressed that inflationary pressures remain complex and could easily resurface if not properly managed.
Macro stability delivering early gains, broader impact underway – Finance Ministry Advisor
Ghana’s improving macroeconomic stability is beginning to yield tangible benefits for businesses and households, although the full micro-economic impact will take more time to materialise, a Technical Advisor at the Ministry of Finance has said.
Bank of Ghana expected to post GH¢15.6bn loss for 2025 financial year
The Bank of Ghana is expected to report a net loss of GH¢15.6 billion for the 2025 financial year.
Damang Mine sells 100% of first gold output to GoldBod, BoG in historic move
In a bid to support the accumulation of foreign reserves, Damang Gold Mine Ltd, owned by businessman Ibrahim Mahama, has sold 100% of its first gold output to the Ghana Gold Board. The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, received a delegation from Damang Gold Mine led by Mr. Ibrahim Mahama […...