Solomon Boakye

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Ghana–Nigeria Trade Dynamics: The Urgent Need for Dialogue to Safeguard Intra-African Trade

Ghana–Nigeria trade tensions risk escalating as Nigerian dominance in Ghanaian markets fuels local concerns; swift government dialogue is crucial to…

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AstraZeneca Pauses £200m UK Expansion Amid Global Investment Shifts

AstraZeneca pauses £200m UK investment due to reduced government support and global strategic shifts, while maintaining impactful R&D activities abroad,…

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U.S. Seeks G7, EU to Impose Tariffs on China and India Over Russian Oil Purchases

The U.S. urged G7 and EU to impose tariffs on China and India over Russian oil purchases, driving Brent gains…

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Low Pay and Poor Support Driving Youth Away from Ghana’s Farms — Dr. Ackah

Ghana’s farmlands are getting quieter, not because the soil is less fertile, but because fewer young people are willing to…

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“It Has Not Been All That Rosy for All Mining Firms Despite Record Prices” — Chamber President

Despite record gold prices, many Ghanaian mining firms struggle with rising costs, wage demands, and operational challenges, says Chamber of…

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Gold Prices Continue to Climb, Reaching $3,642 per Ounce Amid Global Uncertainty

Gold climbed to $3,642.37 per ounce on September 12, 2025, driven by US monetary easing expectations, geopolitical tensions, and safe-haven…

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‘We Can’t Modernise Agriculture With Disconnected Policies’ — Dr. Ackah

Ghana’s agriculture suffers from scattered, uncoordinated policies. Dr. Frank Ackah warns that without a unified system, efforts to modernise farming…

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FX Reforms to Strengthen SMEs, Support Trade and Investment in Ghana – Says Governor

Bank of Ghana’s FX reforms aim to stabilize rates, increase transparency, and support SMEs, enabling predictable trade, investment, compliance, and…

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Ghana’s Capital Markets Gain Ground as Stocks Rise and Bonds Surge in August

In August, Ghana’s markets showed mixed trends as stock trading slowed but prices climbed, boosting the GSE index, while bond…

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Doing Business in Africa: Navigating the High-Risk, High-Reward Markets of Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire

Africa is full of opportunities, but it is not always easy. Some countries have fast-growing markets, new industries, and young…

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Ghanaian SMEs Told to Scale Locally, Regionally Before Going Global

Bank of Ghana Governor urges SMEs to strengthen locally and regionally first, highlighting risk reduction, partnerships, sustainability, and capacity building…

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Banks Must Combine Finance, Knowledge, and Technology to Boost SME Competitiveness – BoG Governor

Bank of Ghana Governor urges banks to support SMEs with innovative finance, risk-sharing, DFI partnerships, digital tools, and advisory services…

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BoG Governor Urges Banks to Support SMEs in Joining the Global Value Chains

Bank of Ghana Governor urges banks to support SMEs in joining regional and global value chains, stressing finance, capacity building,…

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Ghana Stock Market Steady as ACCESS, AngloGold See Small Moves

Ghana’s stock market remained steady Thursday, with low trading volumes. ACCESS dipped slightly, AngloGold rose marginally, while year-to-date gains stay…

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World Bank Releases $360 Million to Help Ghana’s Economy

The World Bank disbursed $360 million to Ghana today, supporting economic recovery, fiscal stability, energy sector reforms, social protection, and…

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