Joseph Yoyowah

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SSNIT’s Self-Employed Enrolment Drive (SEED) Aims to Enroll 250,000 Self-employed Workers by Next Year

SSNIT's SEED campaign aims to enroll 250,000 self-employed individuals by 2024, expanding social security coverage to traders, artisans, and informal…

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IEA Calls for Constitutional Reforms Amid Concerns Over $1Bn Sale of Newmont’s Akyem Gold Mine

The IEA calls for constitutional reforms to safeguard Ghana’s natural resources, criticizing the US$1 billion sale of Newmont's Akyem gold…

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MPS Calls for Reduced Container Inspections at Tema Port

Meridian Port Services CEO Mohamed Samara calls for reducing 100% container inspections at Tema Port, suggesting technology-driven, risk-based assessments to…

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World Bank: Ghana’s Fiscal Balances Improve, Deficit Projected at 4.2% of GDP

Ghana’s fiscal deficit is projected to reach 4.2% of GDP by 2024, reflecting fiscal reforms, improved revenue mobilization, and reduced…

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Government Settles GH₵2.5 Billion SSNIT Debt with Bond Issuance

The government has settled GH₵2.5 billion of its GH₵5 billion debt to SSNIT through bonds, improving the pension fund's financial…

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Dr. Bawumia to Unveil Ghana’s First-Ever Digital Music Streaming Platform in November

Vice President Bawumia will launch Ghana's first digital music streaming platform in November, addressing royalty issues and providing new revenue…

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Farmers Affected by Drought in Northern and Middle Belt to Receive $1.7mn US Support

The U.S. has announced a US$1.7 million aid package to support drought-affected communities in Ghana’s Northern Region and middle belt,…

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Ghana to Benefit from IMF’s 36% Cut in Borrowing Costs

Ghana will benefit from the IMF’s 36% cut in borrowing costs, reducing debt servicing expenses and supporting economic recovery, with…

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Ghana Association of Banks Outlines Strategy To Tackle Fraud

GAB proposes AI, blockchain, zero-trust models, and lifestyle audits to combat rising financial fraud.

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NPA Sets Limits on Fuel Prices for Second Pricing Window in October

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) set minimum prices for petrol (GHS 12.73) and diesel (GHS 13.43) in October 2024 to…

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The Decline of the Locally Manufactured Furniture Industry in Ghana: A Closer Look

Ghana’s local furniture industry is declining due to cheaper, more appealing imports, but innovation, government support, and regulatory reforms could…

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Fitch Assigns ‘CCC+’ Rating to Ghana’s New Dollar Bonds and Upgrades Local Currency Rating

Fitch upgraded Ghana’s local currency rating to ‘CCC+’ post-Eurobond restructuring, reflecting improved fiscal management but highlighting ongoing credit risks and…

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ADB Recovers Over GH₵500mn in Non-Performing Loans

The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) has recovered over GH₵500 million in Non-Performing Loans in nine months, strengthening its balance sheet…

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Former Finance Minister Advocates Prudent Borrowing Amid Resumed Eurobond Payments

Former Finance Minister Seth Terkpe urges Ghana to adopt prudent borrowing, fiscal discipline, and establish a Sinking Fund to manage…

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Stanbic Bank Tops with Highest SME Loan Interest at 44.24%, GCB Offers Lowest at 29.58%

BoG report reveals Stanbic's 44.24% highest SME loan rate, GCB offers lowest at 29.58%.

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