Solomon Boakye

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GSE Extends Gains as Financial Stocks Lead the Charge

Ghana Stock Exchange advanced on June 23, with GSE-CI up 39.87 points and financial index rising 24.33 points, marking strong…

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Only 2–3% of Ghana’s Arable Land Is Irrigated: A Quiet Climate Time‑Bomb

With only 2–3% irrigated land, Ghana’s agriculture remains vulnerable. Expanding irrigation, supported by a strong cedi, offers a crucial path…

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Ghana’s Strong Cedi Brings Hope, But Can Local Farmers Survive the Pressure?

Ghana’s strong cedi eases import costs and inflation, but threatens local producers. Policymakers must balance consumer relief with long-term protection…

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Top 10 Soft Skills Ghanaian Employers Are Looking for in 2025

Soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, adaptability, and initiative are now essential for Ghanaian job seekers, often outweighing degrees in…

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Are Middlemen Exploiting Farmers — or Filling the Void Left by Policy Failures in Agriculture?

Middlemen dominate Ghana’s agricultural trade due to policy failures, leaving farmers underpaid and consumers overcharged in a system lacking proper…

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Financial Stocks Dominate GSE as Trading Closes with Active Volumes and Mixed Price Swings

The Ghana Stock Exchange closed the week lower, with strong activity in financial stocks offset by a decline in GLD,…

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Trump’s Words to Iran Shake Oil Markets — Should Ghana Be Worried About What Comes Next?

Trump’s warning to Iran jolted global oil markets, raising concerns in Ghana over rising fuel costs, inflation risks, and economic…

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More Than Half of Ghana’s Regions Still Record Inflation Above the National Average

Nine out of Ghana’s sixteen regions recorded inflation above the national average of 18.4% in May 2025, with Upper West…

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Is the Easing Cost of Credit a Sign of Good Times to Come?

Ghana’s lending and reference rates have declined steadily, signaling a gradual easing of credit costs and offering hope for businesses…

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From Saturday to Saturday: How Weddings Are Feeding Ghana’s MC Industry

In Ghana, Saturdays are wedding days, creating steady work for MCs who now lead events with precision, energy, and growing…

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C-NERGY Bank Survey Reveals Two Institutions With Over 60% Loan Defaults

C-NERGY reports ADB and GT Bank with NPLs above 60%, as Ghana’s banking sector shows wide loan quality disparities amid…

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With Inflation Slowing, Consumers Urged to Save and Avoid Panic Buying – GSS

Ghana’s inflation outlook is gradually improving, but the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) is cautioning households not to become complacent. The…

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Ghana Tops C-NERGY’s Regional Comparison with Highest Rate of Non-Performing Loans

Ghana records the highest non-performing loans among surveyed African countries, reaching 21.8% in 2024, signaling deepening credit distress and weakening…

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Support Your Budget with Simple Income Activities, GSS Tells Households

GSS urges households to explore farming, trading, and services to build income resilience and flexibility

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5 Simple Income Ideas Ghanaian Households Can Start Now

From backyard farming to mobile trading, Ghanaians can start low-cost ventures to supplement income, reduce financial pressure, and adapt to…

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