The latest warning from the World Bank regarding threats to fiscal stability should not be treated as just another routine advisory. The ongoing fiscal recovery, hard-won through painful austerity and external support, is in danger of collapsing under the weight of debts in the energy and cocoa sectors. Liabilities of the usual suspects – Electricity […] The post Editorial: How

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Despite cedi-appreciation against the US dollar in first-half 2025, cement prices have remained stubbornly high even as costs of other key building materials have declined significantly. Market checks show that iron rods, for instance, have dropped from about GH¢9,600 at beginning of the year to between GH¢6,000 and GH¢7,000. Security doors […] The post What will

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE With an estimated Africa cotton market size reaching US$6billion in 2024, Ghana’s cotton sector remains stagnant – contrasting with the progress seen in other West African countries. Mordor Intelligence, a global market research company, has projected that the value of Africa’s cotton industry will reach US$7.7billion by 2029. Despite promising prospects the […] The post Cotton

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Treasury on Tuesday disbursed GH¢9.7 billion in coupon payments to holders of bonds issued under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme, the fifth such payout since the 2023 restructuring. The settlement has been closely tracked by investors as a gauge of the government’s commitment to post-exchange […] The post GH¢9.7bn

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has issued a call to action for consumers of water and electricity in Ashanti Region, reminding them of their obligations to settle bills promptly and adhere to rules governing these essential services. This will allow utility providers to maintain and improve service quality for consumers. The appeal is part […] The post PURC

The West African Institute for Financial and Economic Management (WAIFEM) has expanded its flagship training on report writing and presentation skills to meet growing demand from institutions across the subregion, stressing that effective communication is critical to governance and economic management. At the opening of the 2025 regional course in Accra, WAIFEM’s Director General, Dr. […] The post WAIFEM

The Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, on Wednesday, August 13, unveiled an ambitious plan to transform Kenya’s waste management landscape and create over 52,000 jobs annually. According to him, this will involve a clustering operation into regional counties by Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a subsidiary of (JGC), to […] The post Kenya’s President applauds

By Samuel SAM Chief Finance Officer of MTN Ghana, Antoinette Kwofie, has urged young people to set ambitious but achievable goals and take deliberate steps to realise them, stressing that perseverance and preparation are key to success. She was speaking at the 10th Youth Empowerment Summit of the Martha Inspires Foundation in Tamale, which attracted […] The post MTN CFO urges youth to set

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The first female paediatric surgeon in Ghana and academic, Prof. Afua Hasse, has touted intergrity and grit as the most pertinent qualities of an aspiring leader in any field, while imbuing young health professionals at the Leadership Symposium 2025. The symposium was organised by the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons […] The post Female pioneer

By Dr Richmond Akwasi ATUAHENE The main purpose of this paper is to present literature review of studies on the determinants of non-performing loans (NPLs) in the Ghanaian banking sector published over the period 2014–2024. This study also investigates the causes. consequences, remedies and policy interventions of non-performing loans (NPLs) in the Ghanaian banking sector, […] The post High

The Bukom Boxing Arena will host a major sporting event on Saturday, August 23, as Bishop Boxing Promotions stages its debut show, dubbed “Best of Bukom.” The event promises to deliver more than just a night of competitive boxing—it is being positioned as a landmark occasion for Ghana’s boxing industry, blending sport, entertainment and community […] The post “Best

By Prince ASUMAH The Central Securities Depository (CSD) has urged young people, particularly those in tertiary and secondary education, to take an active interest in investing in the stock market. Addressing students and young people at the Investment Education Summit for Young Investors, CSD’s Brands and Communications Officer, Ahn-Zim Wusa Manga, stressed the need for […] The post CSD urges

Pan-African Savings and Loans, in partnership with Zoomlion Ghana Limited, has undertaken a comprehensive fumigation exercise at the Kaneshie Market. This Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative on the part of Pan-African aims to create a cleaner and healthier environment for traders and customers. The exercise, which began with de-rating on Saturday, August 9th, continued with […] The post Pan-African

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Chief Executive Officer-Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI), Mark Badu-Aboagye, has urged the Bank of Ghana to aggressively lower its policy rate to end the year at 20 percent, citing anchored inflation expectations and relative macroeconomic stability the country is enjoying. He argued that the current 25 percent […] The post Microeconomic

Telecommunications giant MTN Ghana has reinforced its commitment to Ghana football with a US$2million sponsorship package covering all four national teams, the Black Stars, Black Queens, Black Satellites and Black Starlets for the next two years. The landmark agreement, announced at a colourful ceremony held at the MTN House in Accra, extends MTN’s existing partnership […] The post MTN

We no longer live in the era where cyberattacks are solely reliant on manual efforts and the limited scope of cyberspace. Cyberattacks are no longer solely the domain of skilled and specialized individuals. With the advent of AI, the threat landscape has taken a huge leap with an unprecedented arsenal of tools and techniques that […] The post The dark side of AI in cybersecurity: AI risks

By Ibrahim ASARE Ghana’s Income Tax Act, 2015 (Act 896) as amended uses a mix of reduced rates, temporary concessions, accelerated deductions, loss relief, and international tax credits to direct investments toward activities with strong public benefits. The law concentrates most incentives in the First and Sixth Schedules, with supporting rules in core sections on […] The post Tax

By Prince Kojo TABIRI, Esq. “Conflict is inevitable, but combat is optional.” – Max Lucado As the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) progresses from policy to practice, one challenge looms: how will commercial disputes arising from cross-border trade be resolved efficiently, fairly, and in a way that integrates both global standards and local realities? […] The post Integrating

There comes a day in every executive’s life when the call comes through: “Good afternoon, sir/madam. We’d like to have you on our breakfast show to discuss the economy.” Cue mild panic. Your assistant brings you coffee. You don’t drink it. Your mind is already doing somersaults — What do I wear? What do I say? […] The post On Cue with Kafui

By Ewurabena YANYI-AKOFUR Dear Mr. President, Ghana’s sanitation crisis is not just about homes without toilets. It lies at the heart of our public institutions—healthcare facilities, schools, markets, and government offices—where citizens expect safety, dignity, and essential services. Today, many of these spaces lack even the basic WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) infrastructure needed to […] The post Flush