Government’s efforts to strengthen domestic revenue collection and improve fiscal sustainability is yielding some results, as the tax-to-GDP ratio increased to about 14 percent in 2025 from roughly 12.3 percent a year earlier. Deputy Finance Minister Thomas Nyarko Ampem ascribed this to gains from ongoing tax administration and public financial management reform. Government is seeking […] The post Editorial:

 … with tree-planting, sanitation drive As pressure mounts on extractive industries to strengthen their environmental performance, Newmont Ahafo North Mine has reaffirmed its commitment to land reclamation, water stewardship, biodiversity conservation and greenhouse gas emissions reduction. These efforts, according to the company, are key pillars of its contribution to climate resilience and sustainable development. This […] The post Newmont

By Kyeame GHANSAH Achieving higher insurance market penetration through inclusive insurance requires more than innovative products and regulatory frameworks. It requires rebuilding trust among current policyholders, former policyholders, and the millions of Ghanaians who remain uninsured. The Ghanaian insurance industry must focus not only on expanding access but also on ensuring fairness, transparency, and responsiveness […] The post On

The World Bank today approved IDA financing of US$300 million for the Ghana Secondary Education Transformation for Access, Relevance, and Results for Jobs (STARR-J) Project which will expand access to quality secondary education and equip more young people with the basic knowledge and skills necessary to transition to higher education and enter the labor market. […] The post World

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The United States sees significant room to expand investment in Ghana as bilateral trade between the two countries approaches US$4 billion, U.S. Chargé d’Affaires ad interim, Rolf Olson has said. He highlighted the strengthening economic relationship between Washington and Accra amid evolving global trade dynamics and development priorities. Speaking at celebrations […] The post US-Ghana

Zoomlion Ghana Limited has reaffirmed its commitment to collaborating with traditional authorities as it enters a new era of leadership. The waste management giant’s newly appointed Managing Director, Mrs. Doris Kwekwor Adjei, led a high-level delegation on a courtesy visit to the President of the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs and Paramount Chief of […] The post Zoomlion

By Ama Adiepena Wiredu-Akpabli This year’s Chartered Institute of Human Resource Management (CIHRM) – Ghana engagements and discussions highlighted critical issues that are redefining the Human Resource profession in Ghana. The Conference, held in Accra, brought together a wide range of HR Practitioners from across the country and beyond. Key Issues Raised The enforcement of […] The post CIHRM

Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana have agreed to harmonise their cocoa farm-gate pricing policies in a major step aimed at improving farmer incomes, stabilising the cocoa market, and strengthening cooperation between the world’s two largest cocoa-producing countries. The commitment was contained in a Joint Declaration issued by President Alassane Ouattara of Côte d’Ivoire and President John […] The post Côte

… if environmental degradation continues unchecked By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Efforts to advance the country’s green finance agenda could be undermined unless the destruction of forests and pollution of water-bodies caused by illegal mining are brought under control, speakers at the Environmental Sustainability Summit (ESS) 2026 opening session have warned. At the summit, organised […] The post Green

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Bank of Ghana plans to work with commercial banks to develop investment-linked remittance products aimed at channelling a greater share of diaspora inflows into business expansion, infrastructure projects and long-term capital formation, central bank Governor Johnson Pandit Asiama has said. The initiative forms part of broader efforts by the central […] The post BoG

By Buertey Francis BORYOR Environmental sustainability must become a national priority if the country is to safeguard its future generations, Chief Executive Officer-Business and Financial Times (B&FT) Dr. Godwin Acquaye has said. Speaking at the 2026 Environmental Sustainability Summit organised by B&FT in Accra, Dr. Acquaye expressed concern that environmental issues often receive less attention […] The post Protecting

profit after tax rises to GH¢154.9m • deposits hit GH¢2.3bn By Elizabeth PUNSU, Wasa Akropong Amenfiman Community Bank PLC has recorded an exceptional financial performance for the 2025 financial year, posting a profit after tax of GH?154.9 million, representing a remarkable 180 percent increase over the GH?55.38 million recorded in 2024. In a major show […] The post Amenfiman

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) through the National Ozone Unit (NOU) has introduced a voluntary “green” or “eco” refrigerant label for Air Conditioners (ACs) and Refrigerators / Freezers. These labels are the mark which indicates that an AC or refrigerator is truly “green” or “eco-friendly” because it runs on a natural refrigerant (R290 or R600a) […] The post EPA

As customer expectations continue to evolve in an increasingly digital world, GCB Bank and VISA have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their collaboration to deliver more seamless, personalised, and rewarding payment experiences for customers. The renewed commitment was highlighted during a high-level engagement between the two institutions at GCB Bank’s Head Office in Accra, where […] The post GCB

In celebration of this year’s Telecel Ashanti Month, the Telecel Ghana Foundation has launched a new digital skills initiative to train 1,000 young people across the Ashanti Region in coding, robotics and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies by the end of the year. Launched at the Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II Library in Kumasi, […] The post Telecel Ashanti Codes

By: Jibril Salifu The Black Stars beat Comoros to seal qualification for the 2026 World Cup. That scoreline put Ghana back on the biggest marketing stage on earth. The World Cup is a four-week, five-billion-viewer commercial for every country that plays in it. Ghana is about to get that commercial for the fifth time. Despite […] The post The Black Stars, World Cup nation branding opportunity

Ghana’s leading businesses and corporate executives are set to be recognised at the fourth edition of the Ghana Business League Awards (GBLA) 2026, an event that has become a prominent platform for celebrating excellence, innovation and leadership across the country’s private sector. The awards ceremony, organised by Maven Communications in partnership with Zeliatte Media with […] The post Corporate

Strategic leadership thinker and security systems expert, Dr. Victor Abbey, has officially launched his latest book, Intelligence Service Leadership in a VUCA World, at a high-level ceremony held at the British Council Auditorium in Accra. The event brought together senior government officials, security chiefs, members of the diplomatic corps, academics, and policy experts, reflecting the […] The post Dr

Ghana International Bank has appointed veteran financial services executive Ian Greenstreet as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), subject to regulatory approval in the United Kingdom. The appointment comes as the London-based bank seeks to strengthen its position as a key bridge between Ghana’s economy and international capital and trade markets. Mr. Greenstreet brings more […] The post Ghana

Dr Stephen LARTEY Within the space of a single fortnight in March 2026, Ghana enacted two sweeping changes to its mining fiscal framework. The Minerals & Mining Royalty Regulations (L.I.), which matured on 9 March, replaced the longstanding flat 5% royalty on gold revenue with a sliding scale ranging from 5% to 12%. Four days […] The post What