The High Street Journal

Ghana’s Gold Ambition: A Stronger Currency or Just Glitter?

Ghana is increasing gold reserves to support the cedi, but effectiveness depends on transparency, fiscal discipline, and deeper economic reforms.

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When PhDs from the Black Market Invade the Town and the Gown

By: Appiah Kusi Adomako, Esq “The society that scorns excellence in plumbing because plumbing is a humble activity and tolerates…

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Youth Charter Launches “Youth 4 Africa” Framework to Drive Sport-Led Youth Development

The Youth Charter has launched its Youth 4 Africa framework to integrate sport, education, health, and employment across Africa, promoting…

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African Energy Chamber Pushes for Pragmatic Financing Ahead of G20 Forum

The African Energy Chamber urges G20 investors to prioritize pragmatic, deal-ready financing to expand energy access, industrialization, and infrastructure across…

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The Leadership Imperative: Ashesi University to Host Ebenezer Twum Asante in Executive Masterclass

Ashesi University to host a two-day executive masterclass, “The Leadership Imperative,” led by MTN Group executive Ebenezer Twum Asante, focused…

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Son Who Sued Parents Must Stay at Ghana Boarding School, Judge Rules

His parents wanted him to move to Ghana after concerns about his behaviour in London, including absences from school, having…

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The Republic of Small Cuts

In Apam, Ghana, citizens reflect on corruption, failed reforms, and exploitation, from gold and oil to ghost payrolls, while Mensah…

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Ghana Moves to Regulate Crypto: No More Free-For-All

Ghana is introducing formal regulation for cryptocurrency, requiring licensing and oversight to protect users, prevent abuse, and support responsible innovation.

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Afreximbank Pushes for Stronger Trade Finance to Power Inclusive Growth Across Africa

Afreximbank urges stronger trade finance systems and skilled professionals to unlock Africa’s vast potential, highlighting collaboration, digitalisation, and sustainable growth…

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NEPAD-IPPF Marks 20 Years of Driving Africa’s Regional Infrastructure Growth

NEPAD-IPPF marks 20 years of supporting Africa’s regional infrastructure, approving a $16 million 2026 plan after funding 113 projects and…

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From ‘Katanomics’ to GoldBod: Bright Simons’ Deep Dives into Ghana’s 2025 Reality

In 2025 so far, Bright Simons has exposed Ghana’s systemic challenges, economic, political, and governance failures, highlighting elite capture, weak…

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AfDB and Congo Deepen Ties as Brazzaville Gears Up to Host 2026 Annual Meetings

AfDB and Congo strengthen partnership to boost diversification, infrastructure, and regional integration, as Brazzaville prepares to host the Bank’s 2026…

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China’s Long-Term Planning Is Reshaping Global Development — Here’s How

China’s Fourth Plenum outlines its 15th Five-Year Plan, emphasizing stability, innovation, and high-standard opening up, while reaffirming deeper cooperation and…

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Digitalization Is Not a Button: Rethinking Africa’s Transformation Beyond Political Sloganeering

Digitalization in Ghana is often reduced to political slogans, but true transformation requires infrastructure, leadership, workforce readiness, integrated systems, and…

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China’s Global Governance Initiative Offers the Global South a Path to Fairer International Rules

China’s Global Governance Initiative proposes a fairer global system reflecting Global South priorities, emphasizing sovereign equality, multilateralism, equitable rule-making, and…

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