Tema Shipyard and Drydock Limited occupy a peculiar place in Ghana’s industrial imagination. Founded in 1962 at the height of Kwame Nkrumah’s determination to forge a self-sufficient nation, it was designed to be more than a repair yard. It was meant to be a statement. A declaration that Ghana could maintain, fabricate, and eventually build […] The post  Maritime Bulletin with

… discuss business advancement By Christabel DANSO ABEAM The American Chamber of Commerce Ghana (AmCham) and the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) have jointly hosted a jazz-themed networking event in Accra, blending informal engagement with business dialogue as companies navigate a mixed economic outlook. The event, described by organisers as their first joint gathering of […] The post AmCham,

Africa possesses the capital required to fund its own development but has historically lacked the architecture to channel it effectively into productive infrastructure assets, the Senior Vice President and Head of Capital Mobilisation & Partnerships at the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) Mohammed Abdul-Razaq, has told Business & Financial Times in an exclusive interview at the […] The post Africa

 AAK, a globally recognised leader in plant-based oils and fats production with a long-standing presence in the West African shea industry, has called for stronger regional coordination and resilience across the shea value chain, as critical priorities for unlocking the full economic potential of the sector. This position was further reinforced at the 18th Annual […] The post AAK

B&FT’s Western Regional correspondent reports that personnel of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), working with the Blue Water Guards, have intensified operations against illegal mining along the Ankobra River, destroying several machines and disrupting activities in parts of the Western Region. Illegal mining hotspots within the Nzema East district covering a stretch of […] The post Editorial:

By Kenneth Kwamina THOMPSON Switch on the television, listen to the radio, open a newspaper, scroll through your social media feed, and the message is the same. There is general back-slapping for inflation trending downwards into single digits, falling below the Bank of Ghana’s own medium-term target band of 6–10 percent. The cedi, which was […] The post Borrowed

In launching Europe Month in Accra recently, the European Union (EU) Ambassador to Ghana, Rune Skinnebach pointed out the stark contrast in the trade relations of Ghana with the EU and China. Mr. Skinnebach said Ghana currently exports very little to China but imports extensively from it, suggesting a growing trade imbalance while describing EU-Ghana […] The post Editorial: EU lauds

By Ebenezer SASU Discussions surrounding the fight against illegal mining, popularly known as Galamsey, continue to dominate the Ghanaian media landscape. What has sparked the most outrage is the apparent lack of political will to tackle this “canker” head-on. The reality is that when an issue matters to the political class, a solution is always […] The post The

Accra is once again the centre of gravity for Africa’s digital economy. As thousands of policymakers, regulators, bankers, fintech founders and investors converge on the Destiny Arena this week for the 3i Africa Summit, one theme has cut across nearly every panel, fireside and corridor conversation: Artificial Intelligence. From the opening day, AI has dominated […] The post 3i

The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), in collaboration with the American Chamber of Commerce-Ghana (AmCham Ghana), has hosted a vibrant and purpose-driven event dubbed “Jazz & Jive”, blending live music, networking, and philanthropy in a unique commemoration of International Jazz Day. Held at the Four Points by Sheraton Accra Hotel, the event brought together members of the business community, diplomats, […] The post UKGCC,

…Between press Freedom Day and Mother’s Day are the women who held up both. It is time we named what it cost them. On 3rd May every year, the world pauses to mark World Press Freedom Day. Governments issue statements. Journalists receive awards. Declarations are signed in rooms with good lighting and great coffee. UNESCO’s […] The post Her Space

Board Chairlady turns crisis into catalyst and mobilises around acting CEO As transmission utility charts course beyond its worst operational crisis in years Only woman board chair in the  energy utility entities signals infrastructure reset at historic staff Durbar Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has indicated that the fire that destroyed its Akosombo switchyard control […] The post GRIDCo

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Bank of Ghana is pushing for stronger coordination among regulators, banks, fintech firms and payment system operators to accelerate the rollout of interoperable instant payment systems across Africa. The central bank says fragmented payment infrastructure, high transaction costs and limited interoperability continue to constrain the seamless movement of funds across […] The post Industry-wide

…in Boankra Inland Port dispute The High Court in Accra, Commercial Division 2, has quashed a US$33.3million arbitral award previously issued against Justmoh Construction Limited. The original award, granted in December 2025, had ordered Justmoh to refund the multimillion-dollar sum to Ashanti Port Services Limited (APSL) in relation to the Boankra Inland Logistics Terminal project. […] The post High

Emma Wenani, Chief Director of Global Media Alliance, has been named among the Ascent Top 100 Career Women in Africa 2026, a prestigious recognition by Ascent Club that celebrates bold, audacious and high-impact women shaping the continent’s corporate landscape. The recognition places Emma Wenani among an influential group of women whose work continues to redefine […] The post Emma

Enterprise Group PLC, an insurance, pensions and real estate solutions provider, has inaugurated a Reproductive and Child Health and Family Planning Unit at the Sunyani Municipal Hospital to strengthen healthcare delivery in the Bono Region. The GH¢2.4 million facility, delivered under the company’s Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme, replaces an old and dilapidated maternity block […] The post Enterprise

A new national initiative aimed at transforming access to education in rural communities has been officially launched, with a strong focus on linking technical and vocational education and training (TVET) to local industry. The Bicycle Education Empowerment Programme (BEEP), a partnership between Ghana TVET Service, the Ministry of Education and Trans-Sahara Industries, seeks to address […] The post BEEP

Basil David Anthony, CEO of Modern Floors & Walls, has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Most Influential Décor & Interior Solutions Entrepreneur of the Year 2025’ award by the Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana at the 16th Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards held in Accra. The award recognises his outstanding entrepreneurial leadership, strategic vision, and significant contribution to […] The post Modern

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Food vendors operating at the Kejetia Market in Kumasi are calling on the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to significantly reduce what they describe as an “excessive” income tax regime that is threatening their livelihoods. Speaking in an interview with Business & Financial Times (B&FT), Chairman of the Ghana Traditional Caterers Association […] The post Kejetia

By Merlin RAJAH, Head of Equities Electronic Product at Absa CIB South Africa’s equity market has long supported a high standard of trading activity, with infrastructure that global participants recognise and trust. That has made it easier for different types of capital to enter over time, and the mix of participants now reflects that. Global […] The post The pace of