Bright Simons has published several insightful articles in 2025, analyzing key socio-economic and political issues in Ghana. Below is a list of his articles along with their publication dates and summaries.
- 1. Someone Very Powerful Wants to Flood Ghana with Poisons
- 2. Pwalugu Dam & Political ‘Loot’ Recovery (ORAL) in Ghana
- 3. From Gold-4-Oil to GoldBod; Can You Trust the Process?
- 4. Ghana’s ‘Socialites’ Charge $200 Million to Clean Up Obsolete Saltpond Oilfield
- 5. La Beach Towers: A Dream Continues to Haunt Accra’s Waterfront
- 6. Ghana’s Finance Minister-Designate Grilled Over Tax Promises
1. Someone Very Powerful Wants to Flood Ghana with Poisons
Published: February 26, 2025
Simons discusses the alarming influx of dangerous opioids into Ghana’s market, highlighting the role of international pharmaceutical companies and the ensuing public health crisis.
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2. Pwalugu Dam & Political ‘Loot’ Recovery (ORAL) in Ghana
Published: February 3, 2025
This article examines the Ghanaian government’s decision to invest nearly $900 million in the Pwalugu multipurpose dam, analyzing the allocation of funds and potential implications for the nation’s fiscal health.
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3. From Gold-4-Oil to GoldBod; Can You Trust the Process?
Published: January 26, 2025
Simons analyzes Ghana’s Gold-for-Oil program and its successor initiative, GoldBod, focusing on governance issues, transparency concerns, and the effectiveness of these programs in stabilizing the nation’s economy.
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4. Ghana’s ‘Socialites’ Charge $200 Million to Clean Up Obsolete Saltpond Oilfield
Published: January 20, 2025
This article explores the complexities surrounding the decommissioning of Ghana’s Saltpond oilfield, highlighting the involvement of politically connected individuals and the financial implications of the cleanup efforts.
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5. La Beach Towers: A Dream Continues to Haunt Accra’s Waterfront
Published: January 13, 2025
Simons examines the stalled La Beach Towers project, reflecting on its implications for Accra’s real estate landscape and the challenges faced in Ghana’s luxury property market.
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6. Ghana’s Finance Minister-Designate Grilled Over Tax Promises
Published: January 12, 2025
This piece covers the parliamentary vetting of Ghana’s Finance Minister-designate, focusing on discussions about tax policies, revenue mobilization, and the challenges of fiscal management.
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