Solomon Boakye

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70% of Rice Consumed in Ghana is Imported – USDA Report

USDA report shows 70% of rice in Ghana is imported, despite rising local output. Consumer preference, price, and quality issues…

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Ghana Stock Market Records Active Trading Amid Mixed Stock Movements

Ghana’s stock market saw active trading on August 19, 2025, with the GSE-CI slightly up, mixed stock movements, higher volumes,…

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Dr. Noni: How a Ghanaian Entrepreneur is Turning Noni into Africa’s Next Big Export

Dr. Noni transformed Ghana’s little-known noni fruit into juices and natural deodorants, overcoming logistics and financing hurdles, and now drives…

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OSP Urges Constitutional Backing for Lifestyle Audits to Fight Corruption and Unexplained Wealth

The OSP urges constitutional backing for lifestyle audits, stressing unexplained wealth must face confiscation unless justified, to strengthen Ghana’s anti-corruption…

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OSP Investigates Possible Corruption in ECG’s Project with Beijing Xiao Cheng Technology

OSP is probing possible corruption in ECG’s terminated contract with Beijing Xiao Cheng Technology, focusing on irregular payments, inflated claims,…

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OSP blocked GHC 2.85Mn in ghost salaries in the Northern Region – 2025 Half-Year Report

OSP and CAGD blocked GHC 2.85M ghost salaries in Northern Region pilot, saving Ghana GHC 34.25M in 2024, with prosecutions,…

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Most Fuel Prices Hold Steady Across OMCs; Goil Cuts Diesel Slightly

Most OMCs kept fuel prices steady despite COMAC forecasts; only Goil cut diesel slightly. Petrol ranges GH¢11.65–12.98, diesel GH¢12.67–14.48, offering…

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Bosquet Investments Acquires 21% Stake in Ecobank from Nedbank

Bosquet Investments acquires 21.22% stake in Ecobank from Nedbank, reinforcing African-led investment. Alain Nkontchou and Ecobank CEO highlight growth, transformation,…

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GSE Kicks Off Week with Modest Gains, Republic Bank Leads Price Movement

Ghana Stock Exchange opened the week with modest gains; Republic Bank led price movement. GSE-CI rose to 7,416.03, reflecting stability…

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Oti Region: From Agrarian Heartland to Ghana’s Emerging Mining Frontier

The Oti Region’s iron ore discovery promises jobs, infrastructure, and economic growth, but community resistance underscores the need for fair…

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Ghanaian Entrepreneur Turns Noni Fruit Into Natural Deodorant

Ghanaian entrepreneur Sylvia S.A. Demanya, known as Dr. Noni, transforms the noni plant into natural deodorant, targeting youth and exploring…

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Commuters Breathe a Sigh of Relief as Work Resumes on Ofankor–Pokuase Road

Work has resumed on the Ofankor–Pokuase road as of August 18, easing commuter frustrations, supporting small businesses, improving transport efficiency,…

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GSE Ends Week Mixed as Telecoms, Insurance, and Enterprise Stocks Lift Market While Gold Slips

The Ghana Stock Exchange closed the week higher, lifted by MTN, Enterprise, and SIC gains, while NewGold slipped. Investor confidence…

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ACET Eyes Stronger Policy Reforms and Public-Private Engagement for SMEs in 2025

ACET sets its sights on a more ambitious role in shaping Africa’s business landscape in 2025.

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ACET to Launch Groundbreaking AI Policy Program for African Governments in 2025

ACET will launch a 2025 AI policy program to help African governments regulate and apply AI, run country simulations, strengthen…

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