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PURC intensifies industrial surveillance in Bono and Ahafo to enforce fair tariffs and reliable power supply
The Bono Regional Office of the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has escalated its monitoring of industries and Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the Bono and Ahafo Regions, in a decisive effort to ensure businesses receive reliable electricity services and are billed accurately under the appropri...
IoD Ghana inducts new fellows, urges directors to strengthen governance and embrace continuous learning
The Institute of Directors (IoD) Ghana has inducted a new cohort of fellows, members and associates, with a strong call on directors to uphold sound corporate governance, strengthen legal compliance and pursue continuous professional development. Speaking to Joy Business, President and Chair of Council of the Institute...
GoldBod to make XRF testing mandatory for gold purity from September 1
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced that the use of X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) technology will become the standard method for determining the purity of gold purchased in Ghana from September 1, 2026. In a compliance notice issued on Monday, August 17, GoldBod said the directive would apply to all gold purchases...
Finance Minister to present 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review today
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson is expected to present the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament today, Thursday, July 23, outlining Ghana’s economic performance during the first half of the year and the government’s fiscal plans for the remaining months. The review will assess the economy’s performance agai...
Gov’t to crack down on fuel smuggling with new petroleum distribution measures
The government has announced sweeping reforms to tighten controls over the distribution of refined petroleum products, as it moves to tackle fuel smuggling, prevent revenue leakages and strengthen compliance in the downstream petroleum sector. Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review in Parliament, Finance Minister D...
University of Ghana wins 2nd edition of National Banking and Ethics Challenge 2026
… Developing trusted professionals. Chartered Institute of Bankers (CIB), Ghana has crowned the University of Ghana, Legon as champion of the second National Banking and Ethics Challenge (NBEC 2.0), held at the CIB Ghana Auditorium in Accra. The University of Ghana Business School finished first with 35 points, ahead o...
Mahama’s agriculture agenda gets boost as EEZZY Group Foundation supports Farmers’ Day celebration
Preparations for Ghana’s 42nd National Farmers’ Day celebration have received a major boost following the donation of a brand-new Nissan pickup truck, 20 motorcycles and an agricultural tractor by the EEZZY Group Foundation to support this year’s awards scheme. The items were presented to the Ministry of Food and Agric...
IFC calls for deeper digital integration to unlock Africa’s economic transformation
The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has called for stronger digital integration across Africa, warning that the continent risks expanding digital access without achieving meaningful economic transformation. Speaking on Day Two of the 3i Africa Summit 2026 in Accra, Nathalie Kouassi-Akon said Africa’s next phase...
Lands Minister Armah-Kofi Buah launches Responsible Cooperative Mining initiative for Akyem Kotoku in Eastern Region
The government of Ghana has taken a significant step towards transforming the small-scale mining sector with the launch of the maiden Cooperative Mining Scheme at Akyem Kotoku in the Eastern Region, a move aimed at promoting responsible, sustainable, and community-driven mining practices.
COCOBOD settles GH¢162 million owed to non-DDEP Cocoa Bill holders
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced the full settlement of GH¢162 million owed to individual holders of Cocoa Bills who did not participate in the Government’s Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). In a statement issued by COCOBOD’s Public Affairs Department on Wednesday, July 15, COCOBOD said the payment...
Cyberattacks now an existential risk for digital businesses – e-Crime Bureau founder
Founder and Executive Chair of e-Crime Bureau, Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, says cyberattacks have become an existential risk for businesses operating in the digital economy.
Ginger prices to remain high for two years – Expert warns
Agribusiness entrepreneur and founder of Ideal Providence Farms, Georgina Koomson, has warned consumers to brace for sustained increases in ginger prices, attributing the trend to prolonged disease outbreaks that have severely affected production levels. Speaking on The Super Morning Show, Ms. Koomson explained that ma...