Solomon Boakye

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Gold Wears Ghana’s Export Crown, But Gov’t Plans New Commodity Champions to Share the Burden

Gold dominates Ghana’s export earnings, but government says it is pursuing new commodity champions through diversification to reduce dependence and…

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SOE Liabilities Contributed 3% of GDP Annually to Ghana’s Debt Over the Past Decade – Finance Minister

Finance Minister says State-Owned Enterprise liabilities quietly added 3% of GDP annually to Ghana’s debt burden, prompting tighter controls to…

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GSE Market Value Adds GH¢2.5bn in One Day as MTN, Banks and Tullow Sustain Rally

Ghana's stock market added GH¢2.5 billion in value in one day, as gains in MTN Ghana, GCB Bank and Tullow…

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The 17th Shall Be the Last: Government’s Bid to Break the IMF Bailout Cycle

After 17 IMF interventions, Ghana says its latest bailout marks a turning point, with government pledging fiscal discipline, stability and…

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Cocoa Holds Above US$5,000, But Retreat Deepens From 2025 Highs

Cocoa remains above US$5,000 per tonne, but prices continue retreating from 2025 highs as traders weigh weaker demand, improving supply…

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Oil Touches US$100 as Middle East Tensions Raise Global Supply Fears

Brent crude briefly crosses US$100 as Middle East tensions heighten global supply fears, raising concerns over energy costs, inflation pressures…

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Rising Oil Prices Threaten Ghana’s Cost-of-Living Relief as Middle East Tensions Escalate

BoG warns that renewed Middle East tensions and rising oil prices could slow Ghana’s inflation progress, despite stronger growth, cheaper…

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BoG Reports Increase in Money Circulating in Ghana’s Economy as Foreign Assets Grow 

BoG reports stronger money growth in Ghana’s economy, driven by rising foreign assets, improved external conditions and increased liquidity within…

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Oil Shock Threatens Lower Borrowing Costs as Central Banks Reassess Rate Cuts

Renewed Middle East tensions and rising oil prices are forcing central banks to slow rate cuts, threatening cheaper borrowing costs…

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Oil Prices Climb Closer to $100 as Middle East Conflict Raises Fresh Fuel Cost Concerns

Rising tensions in the Middle East have pushed global oil prices close to US$100 per barrel, raising concerns over future…

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BoG Increases Gold Reserves by 3.6 Tonnes in Second Quarter of 2026

Bank of Ghana increased gold reserves by 3.6 tonnes in Q2 2026, raising holdings to US$3.65 billion as gold strengthens…

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Ghana’s Trade Surplus Grows by US$4.3 Billion in Q2 as Exports Maintain Lead

Ghana’s trade surplus expanded by US$4.3 billion in Q2 2026 as strong export earnings, led by gold, continued to keep…

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Forest Carbon Could Become Ghana’s Next Green Economy Opportunity, Experts Say

Forest carbon markets are emerging as a new green economy opportunity, allowing Ghana to turn forest conservation into climate finance,…

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Ghana’s Gold Earnings Jump Nearly US$2 Billion in Q2 to Boost Dollar Inflows

Ghana’s gold exports rose by nearly US$2 billion in the second quarter, strengthening foreign exchange inflows and reinforcing the precious…

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Transparency International – Ghana Launches Project to Strengthen Governance of Ghana’s Forest Carbon Markets

TI-Ghana launches project to strengthen forest carbon market governance, addressing transparency, accountability, legal gaps and inclusive participation in climate finance.

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