By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has stressed government’s dedication to prudent financial management – prioritising the quality of expenditure as a  national fiscal policy cornerstone. During a visit to the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD), Dr. Forson clarified the Ministry of Finance’s exclusive role in determining […] The post

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) Recent data from the Ghana Statistical Services has raised critical concerns about the increasing prevalence of risky sexual behaviours among adolescents. The study focused on adolescents aged 10 to 19 years, who constitute about 22 percent of the country’s population, according to the 2021 Population and Housing Census— and presents district-level […] The post

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Financial sector regulators have been urged to adopt a proactive approach in defining digital assets, especially cryptocurrencies, as activity within the space shows no sign of slowing down. According to Richard Nunekpeku, Managing Partner-Sustineri Attorneys PRUC, regulatory clarity is required if the nation is to harness the benefits of digital […] The post Crypto

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) The 2024 UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) Business Environment and Competitiveness Survey (BECS) has revealed a mixed outlook among some businesses in Ghana regarding their preparedness for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). “Businesses have mixed feelings about their preparedness for the AfCFTA. While many respondents recognise the significant opportunities […] The post

Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has hit the ground running, describing his return to the Ministry as both an honor and an opportunity to serve the country. Dr. Forson, who was welcomed warmly by staff and officials at the Ministry, pledged to lead a collective effort to address the country’s fiscal challenges and […] The post It is a great privilege