In recent years, the narrative surrounding corruption in Ghana has shifted from isolated scandals to a systemic malaise with broad-ranging implications for governance, economic growth and social trust. The problem is not merely that corrupt acts continue to occur; rather, it is that they have become so entrenched, so interwoven into the fabric of public […] The post Reflections

In recent years, Ghana has faced a growing environmental crisis that threatens not only the ecosystem but also the foundations of national and business security. When rivers are poisoned, farmlands degraded, and air quality compromised, the effects extend far beyond the environment — they affect livelihoods, public health, and economic stability. Environmental security is therefore […] The post Security

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH Over the years, Kenya and Russia have enjoyed cordial and warm bilateral relations. Russia, Kazakhstan and Belarus remain key to the development agenda in line with Kenya’s Economic blueprint of vision 2030 and Fourth Medium Term Plan(MTP IV) of 2023-2027 under the Broad Economic Philosophy of Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda. They […] The post Kenya’s

A new Ride-Hailing Safety Index Report commissioned by Bolt and conducted by leading research firm Ipsos reveals that 81 percent of Ghanaians perceive ride-hailing as safer than other transport options, reflecting growing confidence in app-based mobility and its role in improving everyday safety and convenience across cities. The report, based on surveys conducted in Accra, […] The post 81%

Perseus Mining (Ghana) Limited (Perseus) has reaffirmed its commitment to Ghana’s socio-economic development through responsible and sustainable mining operations at its Edikan Gold Mine in the Central Region. For the year ended 30 June 2025, Perseus generated a direct economic value of GH¢ 4.6 billion in Ghana, underscoring its role as a key contributor to […] The post Perseus

For decades, the global economy has promised convergence. The message has been straightforward: open your markets, liberalise your trade, attract investment, and prosperity will follow. Yet many nations across the Global South (primarily Africa, Asia, Latin America, and Oceania) have followed this path and still find themselves burdened by persistent poverty, inequality, and dependence. To […] The post Dependency

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Amid renewed economic stability following years of macroeconomic turbulence, the private sector is urging government to ensure that recent fiscal gains are translated into tangible economic growth. This call forms the central message of the 2026 Pre-Budget Survey Report jointly released by KPMG and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), which […] The post Fiscal

…as GFIM celebrates decade of impact The Ghana Stock Exchange’s (GSE) Ghana Fixed Income Market (GFIM) aims to expand the corporate bond market amid low issuance and unlock billions in patient capital for private businesses as it celebrates its 10th anniversary. This pledge was made at the GFIM@10 Media Launch, where Managing Director-GSE Abena Amoah […] The post GSE aims to whip-up corporate

By Kizito CUDJOE Surface Rental arrears in the petroleum sector rose sharply to US$2.82million by mid-2025, even as collections increased by 14.3 percent above the Ghana Revenue Authority’s (GRA) full-year estimate of US$755,235, the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) said in its half-year report. The arrears amounted to US$2.82million at the end of H1 […] The post Petroleum

To strengthen its leadership architecture globally, Promasidor Group has appointed Festus Tettey to assume the role of Group Chief Executive Officer to oversee its operations effective January 1, 2026. Festus takes over from Anders Einarsson, currently Group CEO, who will become Group Executive Chairman of the Board, reporting to the Board. Until his promotion, Festus […] The post Promasidor

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Volta River Authority (VRA) has, for the first time in many years, recorded a sharp reversal in its financial performance by posting a loss of GH?106million for the 2024 financial year. This contrasts starkly with the GH?80million profit declared in 2023 – a downturn the authority attributes primarily to severe […] The post VRA

seeks review of contract termination directive insists project added GH¢20bn to state revenue rejects OSP’s claims on procurement, legality Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) says it has presented a detailed evidence dossier to the Presidency and the Attorney-General in response to President John Mahama’s directive to terminate all its contracts with the Ghana Revenue Authority […] The post SML

The future of healthcare innovation just took a bold leap forward with the conclusion of HealthHack, the maiden edition of the Hack54 Hackathon Series. Organised by thedsgnjunkies (pronounced as The Design Junkies) in collaboration with Socialite AF Ltd ,and partnered by the Alliance for HealthTech Africa, Ashesi Center for Entrepreneurship, Interaction Design Foundation and CloudPlexo […] The post Hack54