The World Bank has cautioned that the growth outlook for Sub-Saharan Africa, including Ghana, is facing increased downside risks. According to the Bret­ton Woods institution, global growth could be weaker than projected if global trade tensions were to escalate further. In its June 2024 Global Pros­pects, the World Bank said the di­rect effects of the … The post Global growth could

 The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) con­tinue its strong per­formance in May this year with improved returns on the Accra bourse. On the equities market, the GSE Composite Index gained 0.90 per cent in May 2025 to close the month at 6,150.31 points, bringing the year-to-date gain to 25.81 per cent. The GSE in a statement … The post Ghana Stock Exchange sustains positive momentum in May

The Ghana Water Accra West Ladies’ Association on Tuesday donated essential supplies to the Chosen Children’s Centre, an orphanage dedicated to caring for abandoned and vulnera­ble children. The items included diapers, wipes, baby food, toiletries, detergents, bottles of water, rice, cooking oil, sugar, and clothing for children of various ages.” Presenting the items, the Chair­person … The post Ghana

Leaders as indi­viduals are all very different people. Any prospective leader who attempts to em­ulate all the charac­teristics of a specific leader may not succeed. The one essential quality you must have to lead is to be your own person, authentic in every regard. The best leaders are autono­mous and highly independent. Those who are … The post Authentic leadership appeared first on Ghanaian

Dr. Nana Ayew Afriyie, Member of Parliament for Effiduase-Asokore and Ranking Member on the Health Committee, narrowly escaped referral to Parliament’s Privileges Committee on Tuesday, after a dramatic confrontation over an urgent statement on the ongoing nurses’ strike. Dr. Nana Ayew Afriyie, who also serves as the Ranking Member on the Health Committee, wanted to […] The post MP

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) on Wednesday urged street food vendors to refrain from reselling leftover food to reduce the incidence of food poisoning and promote public safety. It said the practice of repackaging leftover food for sale could expose consumers to foodborne illnesses, as the repackaged food may be contaminated due to improper […] The post FDA To Vendors: Stop Selling Leftover Food

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In a significant step towards enhancing bilateral relations, the Government of Ghana, via its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has unveiled a 24-hour online travel authorization agreement with the Kingdom of Morocco. This new initiative, announced by Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Hon. Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa, is anticipated to greatly simplify travel regulations between the two countries, […] The post Ghana

President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the 24-hour economy policy of the government would be ready to go into operation from July 1, 2025. He made the announcement at the opening of the 2ndedition of the Horticulture Expo held at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) yesterday under the theme, “In­novation, Transform, Sustain: Driving … The post 24hr economy policy ready July

The mining town of Obuasi joined the International Community to celebrate World Environment Day at a colourful ceremony over the weekend. Speaking at the event, the Obuasi Area Head of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), Mr. Prempeh Adarkwa Yiadom, noted the slogan “Rethink Plastic pollution. Act Now,” calls on us to confront one of the […] The post Obuasi

 Despite generating billions of dollars in oil revenue over the past decade, Ghana has failed to deliver on its promise of balanced regional development and reduced inequal­ity. From 2011 to 2013 alone, Ghana earned nearly 10 billion dollars in oil revenue, yet, the vast developmental gaps the country sought to close particularly the entrenched north-south … The post Prioritise

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected])   The economy has expanded by 5.3 percent in first quarter-2025, up from 4.9 percent recorded in the same period of 2024 according to provisional figures released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). “Real GDP for 2025 Q1 was GH¢53.5bn, up from  GH¢50.8bn recorded in 2024 Q1.The 2025 Q1 real GDP […] The post Economy grows by 5.3% in Q1 2025

A UN official warns that hundreds of thousands in the sprawling camp are "slowly starving".

By Buertey Francis BORYOR President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the long-awaited 24-hour economy initiative will officially commence on July 1, with Tema and Takoradi Ports set to operate 24 hours a day as part of a sweeping national plan to transform the country’s horticultural export capacity and unlock full agro-industrial productivity. The president […] The post Mahama

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) Despite accruing commendable oil revenues since 2011, the country’s oil wealth has not significantly improved the socio-economic conditions of its citizens, a new study by the University of Ghana (UG) has revealed. The study covered from 2011 to 2023 and was conducted between 2022 and 2023 by the University of Ghana […] The post Oil

In response to the appreciation of the Ghana cedi and current economic indicators, Republic Bank (Ghana) has announced the rollout of its Low Cedi Mortgage Interest Rate Campaign, offering an unmatched opportunity for Ghanaians to secure affordable mortgage financing. This strategic campaign, running from now until August 2025, is tailored to empower individuals and families […] The post Republic