By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH In this interview (Q&A), Ryan Collyer, CEO of Rosatom Central and Southern Africa, explains significant aspects of adopting and step-by-step procedures for building nuclear power plants. Nuclear energy sector has been a hot topic, not only for African governments, but also across the world where countries plan to operate nuclear power plants […] The post Adopting

The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) is working with cement producers to ensure that prices reflect the cedi’s recent appreciation against major trading currencies. According to the Director-General of GSA, Prof. Alex Dodoo, most manufacturers have already submitted their pricing for June. However, the Cement Manufacturing Development Committee is expected to review and certify these prices […] The post Editorial:

Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu is of the strong conviction that should government expedite implementation of its Big Push agenda, the country’s economic outlook could outpace present industrial growth. Speaking during the 2025 first-quarter Gross Domestic Product (GDP) estimates’ release, Dr. Iddrisu indicated that while the economy expanded by 5.3 percent in Q1 2025 – […] The post Editorial:

By Professor Douglas BOATENG Africa is not merely standing at a crossroads; it is caught in a crisis of direction. It is a deeply worrying moment in history, where the shadows of the past still darken the potential of tomorrow. One path, the road of nationalism, is alluring but perilous: paved with pride, littered with […] The post The

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Bank of Ghana is reinforcing its economic defences as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East threaten to destabilise global energy markets and investor sentiment. The Governor, Dr. Johnson P. Asiama said the country is better positioned today to withstand external shocks, citing an improved reserve position, a disinflationary trend, and […] The post BoG

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The foreign exchange (FX) market is showing signs of stabilisation despite persistent gaps between official and retail exchange rates, with analysts attributing the divergence to structural supply constraints and recent regulatory interventions by the central bank. As of Tuesday, June 17, the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) official mid-rate for the […] The post Cedi

By Joshua AMLANU & Ebenezer NJOKU Fitch’s recent upgrade of Ghana’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating from ‘Restricted Default’ to ‘B-minus’ is a welcome, albeit expected, development. But the country remains in speculative-grade territory and must intensify reforms to exit the danger zone, Courage Boti, Manager-Macroeconomic Research, GCB Bank, has said. Speaking to B&FT following […] The post Fitch

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The country risks losing more than US$1.2billion in export revenues to the United States over the next five years if a recently imposed 10 percent tariff remains in place, the latest projections by Emerging Markets Advisory Limited (EM Advisory) have shown. The tariff, part of sweeping trade reforms introduced by U.S. […] The post Export exposure to

Fidelity Bank Ghana has once again positioned itself at the forefront of Ghana’s export-led growth agenda, with a strong call for cutting-edge sustainable solutions to unlock the full potential of the horticultural sector. Speaking at the Ghana Horticultural Expo 2025, under the theme ‘Innovation, Sustainability, and Digital Transformation for a Competitive Horticultural Sector’, Julian Opuni, […] The post Horticulture

By Elizbeth PUNSU, Kodie Kwabre Area Rural Bank PLC in the Afigya Kwabre South District of the Ashanti Region, has put up an outstanding operational performance, recording a whopping 383% growth in profit before tax for the year 2024 under review. This marks the first time in the Bank’s six-year history that it has recorded […] The post Kwabre Area Rural Bank posts 383% growth in profit

Visa has  appointed Aminata Kane as Senior Vice President, and Head of Western and Central Africa, effective September 4, 2025. Based in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, Aminata will lead Visa’s newly established sub-regional team, covering 23 markets across four key offices in Abidjan, Accra, Kinshasa, and Lagos. Kane is a recognized leader in digital financial services […] The post Visa

Agricultural stakeholders from across West Africa have affirmed their commitment to prioritizing soil health as a central pillar of agricultural transformation at the conclusion of a two-day “Soil Values Convening Strategy Validation Meeting” in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The meeting was co-led by AGRA and the International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) with support from the Kingdom […] The post West

In a bold and timely response to Ghana’s growing demand for digital talent, ALX Ghana brought together some of the country’s most impactful organizations in youth and digital development at an event held on June 10, 2025, under the theme ‘Driving Ghana’s Next Generation of Digital Talent’. The gathering, which took place at ALX’s Tech […] The post ALX convenes

The Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has questioned the Government of Ghana’s decision to extend the Gold Fields Damang mining lease without seeking parliamentary ratification—an action he argues breaches Article 268 of the 1992 Constitution. In April, Gold Fields Limited and the government agreed to extend the mining lease for the Damang operation […] The post Damang

By Christopher BURKE Galamsey videos on TikTok, YouTube and WhatsApp often focus on flashy equipment, quick cash and the thrill of “striking gold dust.” Shiny boots, drones and an aura of adventure make it appear glamorous. However, behind these viral clips lie real, devastating costs: poisoned rivers, cleared forests and entire communities uprooted. Hidden toll […] The post Galamsey

Devtraco Plus, one of the foremost real estate developers, has announced the launch of its latest high-end serviced apartment project – ARLO Cantonments – designed to appeal to both modern investors and luxury homebuyers. Located in the prestigious Cantonments enclave, ARLO is set to offer a curated mix of residences – from sleek studio apartments […] The post Devtraco

The Newmont Ahafo Development Foundation (NADeF), the corporate social responsibility arm of Newmont Ahafo Mines, has invested GH¢5,961,124.07 in educational infrastructure at the Gyedu Technical Institute in the Ahafo Region. The investment covers the first phase of a three-storey 18-unit classroom block with ancillary facilities, the construction of a three-unit skills workshop, and a three-storey […] The post Newmont

The construction sector accounts for approximately 40% of global carbon emissions, positioning it as a critical player in the global transition toward sustainability. As urbanization accelerates, particularly in developing economies like Ghana, the need for environmentally responsible construction practices has never been more urgent. In response to this challenge, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), in […] The post IFC,

By Jonathan HALL Since Donald Trump’s return to the White House, the United States has taken an everything-everywhere-all-at-once approach to disrupting the domestic and global status quo, and sustainability and climate commitments have been among its first targets. Trump immediately signed an executive order withdrawing the US from the Paris climate agreement, and his administration […] The post Political

Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has issued a stern warning against illegal water connections across the Accra-Tema metropolis, vowing to clamp down on offenders to curb revenue losses and support infrastructure expansion. The utility company uncovered nearly 1,500 illegal connections across its 12 operational districts between the last quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of […] The post GWL