Joseph Yoyowah
Ghana’s Non-Traditional Exports Hit $3.9bn with 11.75% Growth
Ghana’s Non-Traditional Exports (NTEs) grew by 11.75%, reaching $3.9 billion, driven by iron, steel, cocoa products, and cashew nuts, boosting…
Galamsey Forces Ghana’s Pharmaceutical Industry to Import Water, Driving Up Costs and Threatening the Economy
Illegal mining in Ghana is forcing pharmaceutical companies to import water, raising production costs, increasing drug prices, reducing competitiveness, and…
Ghana Looks to SMEs for Economic Recovery Amid Global Challenges
Finance Minister has emphasized SMEs' role in economic recovery, focusing on finance, digital transformation, and policy reforms.
High Tax Rates Stifle Ghana’s Oil Sector Competitiveness – Deloitte Report
Ghana’s oil sector is struggling due to high taxes and foreign exchange shortages, hampering investment and competitiveness, prompting calls for…
OWORAC Joins Fight Against Galamsey, Demands Urgent Action to Protect Water Resources
OWORAC calls for urgent government action against illegal mining, highlighting the devastating impact on Ghana’s water bodies, farmlands, and public…
Otto Addo Drops 25-Man Squad List for AFCON Qualifiers Against Sudan
Otto Addo announces a 25-man squad, blending experience and youth, for Ghana's crucial AFCON qualifiers against Sudan.
Chief Justice Cautions Gov’t over Sale of State Lands and Judicial Bungalows
Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo condemned the sale of state lands and bungalows to private developers, urging transparency and accountability to…
Inflation for Imported Items Reaches 17% in September 2024
Ghana’s inflation for imported goods hit 17% in September 2024, driven by global disruptions and currency depreciation, impacting consumer prices…
BOG Outlines Measures to Prevent Money Laundering in Issuance of Gold Coins
BoG has introduced stringent anti-money laundering measures to ensure transparent and accountable transactions in the issuance of the GGC.
Bondholder Participation of 98.6% Completes Ghana’s Eurobond Debt Exchange
Ghana successfully completed its Eurobond debt exchange with 98.6% bondholder participation, a critical step in its IMF-backed debt restructuring and…
Replacements of Functional Meters: ECG Justifies Move
ECG’s replacement of functional meters may involve procurement issues and modernization efforts, with customers facing higher tariffs and concerns over…
Agric Ministry to Disburse Food Grants to 800,000 Farmers Come October, 10 – Bryan Acheampong
Starting October 10, Ghana’s Agriculture Ministry will distribute food grants to 800,000 farmers in drought-affected regions, providing rice and maize…
Fitch Solutions Predicts 5.5% Economic Growth for Ghana in 2024, Driven by Industry and Exports
Fitch Solutions forecasts Ghana's 2024 economic growth at 5.5%, driven by industrial output, exports, and private consumption, with growth moderating…
Ghana Manganese Company Considers Building $450m Refinery
The Ghana Manganese Company will invest $450 million to build a refinery, boosting manganese production, creating jobs, and increasing Ghana's…
Atomic Junction Overhead Bridge to Undergo 20-day Maintenance
Maintenance on Atomic Bridge begins October 3, 2024, causing traffic disruptions due to essential structural repairs.