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Ghana targets trade expansion as Minister leads high-level visit to Morocco
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has begun a strategic three-day working visit to Morocco aimed at deepening bilateral trade relations and unlocking new investment opportunities between the two countries. As part of the visit which begun on Monday 3rd May 2026, the Minister hel...
BoG not meant to make profit – Majority defends losses
The Majority in Parliament has defended the financial position of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) following concerns over its 2025 operational loss, insisting that the central bank is not structured to generate profit.
Bank of Ghana calls for inclusive instant payment systems to drive Africa’s digital economy
The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Zakari Mumuni, has called for urgent action to build inclusive and interoperable instant payment systems across Africa, describing them as essential infrastructure for the continent’s digital economy. Speaking at the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, Dr. Mumuni said Afr...
2026 Milo Champions League Finals: Nkawkaw Salvation Army crowned champions
Competition Manager at Nestlé Ghana, Myron Otoo, praised all participating teams and regions for their commitment and fighting spirit.
Ghana now spends less than 20% of revenue on servicing debt– Dr Ato Forson
The Finance Minister made the remarks at the signing of an agreement between the Governments of Ghana and Belgium to restructure debt owed to Belgium’s export credit agency.
MTN SME Clinic takes centre stage at AshantiFest 2026
The 2026 MTN SME Clinic took centre stage at the AshantiFest 2026, empowering young entrepreneurs with skills, funding opportunities, and mentorship to transform business ideas into reality. The initiative forms part of MTN Ghana’s broader commitment to tackling youth unemployment and supporting small businesses across...
Finance Minister announces expiration of DDEP-induced restrictions on domestic bond issuance
The Ministry of Finance has officially announced the end of restrictions on the issuance of new domestic bonds, signaling a major shift in Ghana’s post-debt restructuring strategy. Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson explained in a statement that the limitations were introduced in 2023 following the country’s debt....
Government has not requested IMF programme extension – Deputy Finance Minister clarifies
The Deputy Minister of Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has dismissed claims that the government is seeking another bailout programme from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), clarifying that Ghana is only requesting technical support under a Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI). According to him, the PCI arrangement is...
Mahama should equally credit NPP for economic stability – Economist
Economist and GIMPA lecturer, Kwasi Nyame-Baafi, has stated that President John Dramani Mahama should have acknowledged the role played by the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) government in implementing economic measures that contributed to the relative stability of the cedi and other key economic indicators. Speakin...
BoG to cut policy rate further despite geopolitical risks
The Bank of Ghana is expected to cut the policy rate further by 150 basis points to 14%. According to IC Research, it estimated real policy rate now stands at 12.2% with the latest disinflation and a nominal policy rate of 15.5%. “While this signals vast scope for deeper cut, we believe the MPC will […]
Zambia opens market doors for Ghanaian products, highlights demand for shea butter and fugu
Ghanaian traders and producers are being encouraged to capitalise on growing demand for local products in Southern Africa, with Zambia positioned as a strategic gateway to the wider regional market. Zambia’s Deputy High Commissioner to Ghana, Albert Mateyo Chifita, says Ghanaian businesses, particularly those dealing i...
Producer price inflation stood at 1.4% in February 2026
Mining and Quarrying, the largest sector with a weight of 43.7%, recorded a 0.4 percentage point increase in producer inflation. It rose from 3.7% in January 2026 to 4.1% in February 2026.