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SEC Directs Collective Investment Schemes to Limit Foreign Securities Exposure
The SEC has capped foreign investments by Collective Investment Schemes at 20% for domestic funds and 70% for funds allowed…
Global and Regional Risks Remain Key Threats to Banking Stability in 2026 – GAB
Global and regional shocks remain a key risk to banks in 2026. GAB warns they could raise costs and weaken…
Regulation of Virtual Assets: Banks Positioned as ‘Gateways’ to Crypto in Ghana
Ghana’s banks cannot trade crypto directly but act as regulated gateways for licensed digital asset firms. This approach links traditional…
GhanaPay Emerges as Banks’ Strategic Response to Mobile Money Dominance
Deposits hit GHS 302bn by October 2025, but slow credit growth pushed the loan-to-deposit ratio down to about 34%, highlighting…
Why Ghana’s Untapped Wealth Lies in Fixing What’s Broken at Home
Seth Adjei Baah urges Ghanaian youth to focus on local opportunities for wealth creation. He stresses hard work, practical action,…
Ghana’s Banks Hold Record Cash While Credit Growth Lags
Deposits hit GHS 302bn by October 2025, but slow credit growth pushed the loan-to-deposit ratio down to about 34%, highlighting…
Ghanaian Banks Brace for Return to Full Prudential Standards in 2026
Ghanaian banks will return to full prudential standards in 2026, emphasizing stronger capital and risk controls. The move ends temporary…
High Port Costs and Import Duties Drive Smuggling Risks in Ghana
High port costs and high import duties in Ghana are driving up business expenses and encouraging smuggling. Seth Adjei Baah…
Why Fear of Oil Price Spiraling Beyond Control May Be Short-Lived
Oil’s jump to $70 looks temporary as diplomatic signals soften and global supply remains ample. The spike reflects short-term risk,…
Deepening Promotion, Security and Youth Engagement Key to Ghana’s Tourism Growth — Seth Adjei Baah
Seth Adjei Baah says Ghana must strengthen tourism promotion, security, and policy continuity to sustain recent gains. He also calls…
NPP Primaries: Leadership Competence and Execution Capacity Drive Business Focus
Ghana’s business community is watching the NPP primaries for signals on future economic leadership
Why Ghana’s Corporations Are Yet to Tap Green Bonds Despite a Ready Framework
Ghana’s green bond framework is ready, but no companies have issued bonds yet. The SEC and IFC are training firms…
Air Tanzania Opens Dar es Salaam–Lagos–Accra Route, Deepening Africa’s Business Connectivity
Air Tanzania has launched a Dar es Salaam–Lagos–Accra route, strengthening East–West Africa connectivity. The service reinforces Accra’s role as a…
Seth Adjei Baah Urges Banks to Back Manufacturing for Long-Term Growth
Seth Adjei Baah urges banks to support manufacturing for long-term economic growth. He warns that focusing only on short-term trade…
Fuel Prices Likely Up at Next Pricing Window on U.S.–Iran Tensions
Fuel prices in Ghana may rise as higher global oil prices and a weaker cedi outweigh competitive pressures among oil…