By Kizito CUDJOE The government’s decision not to renew the mining lease of Gold Fields’ Damang operation could threaten investor confidence in the country’s mining sector, the Ghana Chamber of Mines has said. The Chamber warned that the decision may cast doubt on the long-term security of mining investments in Ghana and send negative signals […] The post Govt’s

Bibiani Gold Stars secured a significant 1-0 win over Young Apostles FC at home on Sunday, moving them to joint-top with Kumasi Asante Kotoko at the summit of the Premier League (GPL) table, as the latter dropped points. The Miners extend their unbeaten home run, which sends them level on 47 points with Asante Kotoko, who have […] The post GPL Week 27: Gold Stars go joint-top

…commissions ultra-modern African Trade Centre in Abuja African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) Africa’s foremost financial institution has officially commissioned its first Afreximbank African Trade Centre (AATC) in Abuja, Nigeria, ushering in a transformative era for trade and investment in Africa. During the grand commissioning ceremony, speakers, including Dr. George Akume, Secretary to the Government of Federation, […] The post Afreximbank

A delegation from the Ghana Association of Banks (GAB) visited the head office of Ghana’s largest indigenous bank, GCB Bank PLC, on Thursday, 10th April 2025 to officially invite the bank to participate in the sixth edition of the Bankers’ League. The visit formed part of the association’s trophy tour, which offers participating banks and […] The post GAB officially invites

By Samuel SAM Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) have called for the inclusion of all stakeholders in development and implementation of the 2026–2029 Medium-Term Development Plan (MTDP), stating that broad participation is essential in addressing the diverse needs of Ghanaians and advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). They stressed the need for citizen engagement from community […] The post CSOs

By Ethel COFIE  Months ago, I wrote an article speculating on what it would look like if MTN Ghana obtained a banking license. I followed it up with a piece exploring how fundamentally cross-border payments across Africa would change if telcos like MTN and Orange were licensed to do wallet-to-wallet transactions across their operational countries. […] The post So

By Cyril Mawuli ASARE The recent United States tariff is the most topical issue at the global business front. The initial imposition of tariff by the United States and retaliation by China sparked a cycle that many analysts believe could lead ultimately lead to recession as a result of the initial inflation caused by the […] The post Recent United States tariff and the way forward appeared

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Professor of chemistry and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Physical and Computational Sciences at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Professor Nathaniel Owusu Boadi, has underscored the transformative potential of nanotechnology in advancing green energy solutions in Ghana and across Africa. Delivering his Professorial Inaugural Lecture at KNUST, Prof. […] The post Nanotechnology

A new moral and civic curriculum for national development A new moral and civic curriculum is necessary Addressing ethical decline through education reform to protect our democracy. By Hene Aku KWAPONG Ghana is facing a critical challenge—a decline in discipline, weakening respect for institutions, and an erosion of ethical values. Political discourse has become hostile, […] The post Revamping education appeared

“People need to stop financing denial of climate change” —–Al Gore, Former US Vice President Climate change issues have become imperative globally because of the growing and dire manifestation of the phenomenon with time. The global concern for climate change and its implications has been strongly represented in the Sustainable Development Goal (SDGs), precisely SDG […] The post Sustainability

By Konrad Kodjo DJAISI The TUC’s assessment of the 2025 budget points to overprioritising macro stability, resulting in recurring bouts of macroeconomic instability. This is reflected in persistence of the inflation problem, high interest rates, subdued economic growth and a depreciating national currency. In its submission to government on the 2025 budget, the TUC indicated […] The post TUC’s assessment

By Shang-Jin Wei US President Donald Trump reportedly delayed the launch of his global “reciprocal tariffs” until after April 1. If his goal was to avoid being dismissed as a fool by the rest of the world, it is not at all clear that he has succeeded. Despite the branding, Trump’s “reciprocal tariffs” are nothing […] The post Trump’s misguided tariff formula appeared first on The

A Businessman, Bankroller & Patriot Who Provided the Finance, Logistics and Groundwork for Ghana’s Independence By Innocent Samuel APPIAH While the name J.B. Danquah is often lionized as a central figure in Ghana’s independence movement, there is one man whose pivotal role has been largely overlooked – George Alfred “Paa” Grant. As the bankroller and […] The post Paa

By Kizito CUDJOE Ghana’s youth risk being sidelined in the country’s clean energy agenda despite an ambitious target to reach net-zero emissions by 2060, a coalition of youth groups has said, urging authorities to broaden inclusion in the country’s energy transition framework. The coalition, made up of the Strategic Youth Network for Development (SYND) and […] The post Energy

The Ghana Business League has announced the 3rd edition of the Ghana Business League Awards 2025, set to take place on Friday 6th June, 2025 at the prestigious Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra. This year’s event, themed “From Vision to Success,” will honor Ghana’s most innovative and impactful businesses, entrepreneurs, and organisations that have made substantial […] The post Ghana

By Dela AGBO Investment decisions revolve around two primary asset classes: Equity and Debt. These two instruments provide capital to businesses and governments while offering unique advantages to investors and issuers. Understanding their characteristics, benefits, and cost implications is essential for making informed financial decisions. Equity Investments Equity represents ownership in a company. When investors […] The post Equity

Engineer (Ing.) Emmanuel Johnson, Regional Chief Manager-Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL), not too long ago expressed deep concern over the harmful effects of sand-winning, effluent discharge and other destructive human activities on the Densu River which houses the Weija Dam. According to him, discussions around water pollution often focus on illegal mining (galamsey) but other […] The post Editorial:

While Ghana’s business environment has strengths, including labour quality and location competitiveness, procedural inefficiencies remain a significant challenge. Senior Country Manager-IFC, Kyle Kelhofe, made theSE observation at the B-READY report’s launch, highlighting the need for a business-friendly environment to foster sustainable economic growth. He underscored the importance of a stable regulatory framework and enhanced market […] The post Editorial:

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU                                                             [email protected] Iron ore prospects in Oti Region show promising developments, with preliminary exploration data indicating substantial commercial viability – a development that could represent a notable addition to the country’s resource portfolio. Global iron ore demand is projected to rise by three percent annually, driven

By Joshua AMLANU & Ebenezer NJOKU Trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) in the first quarter of 2025 was characterised by a sharp drop in volumes but a significant increase in value traded, as investors shifted capital into higher-priced equities. This trend was driven largely by the performance of a few dominant stocks in […] The post Share prices of dominant stocks rally GSE in