Asamoah George Opoku
ICUMS and 24-Hour Ports Drive Customs Revenue Past US$3.17bn
Ghana’s customs revenue surpassed US$3.17bn as 24-hour port operations and ICUMS upgrades boosted trade efficiency and competitiveness.
VAT Cuts, Stable Cedi Ease Cost Pressures for Ghanaian Traders
VAT cuts, a stable cedi and falling inflation are easing business costs, improving predictability and boosting confidence for Ghanaian traders,…
EOCO Reclaims Millions from Multinational Crypto Scam, Urges Vigilance Ahead of December
EOCO has recovered over $15 million in cryptocurrency from a multinational online fraud scheme, returning the funds to Ghanaian victims
Nigeria’s Oil Regulator Chief Resigns After Dangote’s Corruption Allegations Shake Energy Sector
The claims are under investigation by the ICPC as President Tinubu reshuffles energy sector leadership to steady oversight and investor…
One-Way Justice? Ghana Faces Criticism Over U.S. Extradition of Citizens
Ghana faces criticism over one-sided extraditions as Ken Ofori‑Atta remains in the U.S. while wanted at home. Public frustration mounts…
Ghana to Close US$1.5B Import Gap with Agro-Hubs, Backed by 24-Hour Economy Secretariat
Ghana is closing a US$1.5 billion import gap through agro-industrial corridors and manufacturing hubs under its 24-Hour Economy Secretariat, targeting rice,…
Airbnb Set to Deepen Role in Ghana’s Festive Tourism as Visitor Numbers Surge
Airbnb’s popularity in Ghana is rising, offering flexible stays, while authorities push regulation amid debates over fairness and market impact
Ghana’s Food Service Industry Faces Delivery Gaps as December Tourism Surge Approaches
Ghana’s food industry may struggle this December, with only 8% of businesses offering delivery. Experts warn that poor service could…
Bawku’s Business Comeback in Question After Mamprugu Overlord Rejects Peace Report
Bawku’s long-running conflict report was rejected, raising uncertainty; traders, workers, and residents await broadly accepted solutions to restore security, commerce,…
Rumours on Vaccine Safety Slow Pharma Recovery as Public Trust Wanes
Rumours linking COVID‑19 vaccines to heart issues are fuelling public mistrust, slowing uptake, and affecting pharmaceutical market recovery
Ghana’s Cruise Tourism Push Signals New Revenue Frontier for the Tourism Economy
Ghana’s cruise tourism is growing, bringing high-spending visitors to Tema and Takoradi and opening new revenue opportunities for local businesses.
Ghana’s December 2025 Tourism Set to Generate Nearly $500 Million
Ghana’s tourism in December 2025 could generate nearly $500 million, driven by increased arrivals and high-spending visitors during the “December…
Tree Crop Enclaves Must Not Repeat Cocoa’s Mistakes
Ghana’s 16,000-hectare tree-crop initiative aims to diversify agriculture and support rural livelihoods, but success depends on strong land protection, markets,…
BoG Defends Non-Interest Banking Framework, Stresses Inclusivity and Secular Design
The Bank of Ghana clarified that its Non-Interest Banking framework is secular, inclusive, and open to all, aiming to expand…
Dangote Refinery: Africa’s Transformative Energy Engine Faces Regulatory Headwinds
The Dangote Refinery is cutting Nigeria’s fuel imports, saving billions in foreign exchange, creating thousands of jobs, and strengthening regional…