The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that Ghana is on course to establish its first modern fire assay laboratory, a move he describes as a historic breakthrough in the country’s gold value-chain and revenue assurance framework. Dr. Forson made the declaration during an inspection visit to the Gold Coast Refinery, where […] The post Gov’t targets

The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has described the Gold Coast Refinery as a significant milestone in Ghana’s industrialisation drive and broader economic transformation agenda following an inspection tour of the facility. The Minister undertook the visit together with the Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, and the Deputy Chief Executive Officer […] The post Gov’t

Guaranty Trust Bank (Ghana) Ltd [GTBank] is set to expand its nationwide footprint with the opening of its branch at Ahodwo in Kumasi, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to bringing convenient, innovative and customer-focused banking services closer to its customers. The new Ahodwo Branch, located at Plot No. 15, Block “O”, Ahodwo, close to Atinga Junction, […] The post GTBank opens 41st

Guaranty Trust Bank (Ghana) Ltd [GTBank] is set to expand its nationwide footprint with the opening of its branch at Ahodwo in Kumasi, reinforcing the Bank’s commitment to bringing convenient, innovative and customer-focused banking services closer to its customers. The new Ahodwo Branch, located at Plot No. 15, Block “O”, Ahodwo, close to Atinga Junction, […] The post GTBank opens branch at

The UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, has announced the commercial rollout of its next-generation mobile communications satellite, Thuraya-4, in South Africa. The commercial availability of Thuraya, a subsidiary of Space42, marks the company’s first operational presence in the country and a major step in expanding secure, reliable satellite connectivity to one of Africa’s […] The post Space42

By Sanjeev Mansotra Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its education journey. Across Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Togo, Uganda and other countries across the continent are working to improve their domestic education systems. However, pressures stretch across the entire system, threatening the very heart of education. UNICEF warns that six million more children may be […] The post An

“Water obtained by begging does not quench thirst.” – African proverb For many Ghanaians, the mention of ‘Silicon Valley’ or ‘Shenzhen’ gets us wondering when Ghana will channel her energy into building such a technological hub. We seem to be waiting for a massive factory or a government-led tech city to save us. But if […] The post The Attitude Lounge with Kodwo

By Ezekiel Adu Mensah Across offices, factories and campuses, millions earn a salary every month yet remain financially strained. The paradox is familiar: regular income, constant pressure. It raises a hard question. Why does earning money not translate into financial stability? The answer lies in a simple but uncomfortable truth. Income and money management are […] The post Episode

By Edward Boateng OPOKU A small episode at a cousin’s wedding recently reminded me why many car owners don’t truly understand the vehicles they drive, especially the drivetrain they paid extra for. It had rained heavily. The wedding venue’s designated car park was already waterlogged and soft underfoot. I volunteered to help with parking when […] The post What you need to know about

By Desmond BREDU In the first part of this series, I laid the foundation for our conversation on financial fortitude and the need to be intentional about your inflows and your expenditure, in particular. Remember Delores and Jane? In this second part, I will share into greater details why foregrounding your financial circumstances can determine […] The post The

By Afua Kyemenu CAIQUO Kwesi Nyametease, an accountant, no longer begins his day buried in files and calculators. Instead, he opens a laptop, clicks a few buttons and within minutes, software powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI) has prepared financial summaries that once took him hours to prepare and compile. As he sits at his desk, […] The post Artificial

The Hunger Project–Ghana (THP–Ghana), with funding support from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, has officially handed over essential medical supplies, valued at US$ 165,000 to the Ghana Health Service (GHS) to support maternal, newborn and child healthcare. The supplies included autoclaves, vaccine fridges, ultrasound scan machines with printers, delivery beds, Infant AMBU […] The post The

Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Asiamah has expressed grave worry about implications of the country’s scheduled exit from the IMF programme later this year, particularly with regard to uncertainties in the global environment. His major concern is that they could pose challenges to capital flows and exchange rate dynamics. The BoG Governor however said the […] The post Editorial:

By Elvis MENSAH Ghana’s pension reforms were designed to secure the dignity of the worker. Under the three-tier pension system, 18.5percent of a worker’s basic salary is mandatorily contributed every month, with 5percent allocated to Tier 2 as a privately managed scheme. Tier 2 is meant to deliver a lump sum at retirement and was […] The post Tier

The domestic political scene was recently on display as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) conducted its 2026 presidential primaries. Over 211,000 delegates across more than 330 polling centres participated in selecting the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 elections, culminating in a decisive victory for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Beyond the numbers, however, the significance of this […] The post Editorial:

By Michael AUSTIN Ghana’s construction industry is experiencing one of the most dynamic periods in its history. From high-rise residential developments in Accra to mixed-use schemes in Kumasi and major infrastructure projects across the country, the built environment is rapidly evolving. This growth reflects ambition, confidence, and economic progress. Yet beneath this progression lies a […] The post Building

Consumer inflation eased further to 3.8 percent in January 2026, extending a 13-month disinflation streak and marking the lowest rate since the consumer price index was rebased in 2021, data from the Ghana Statistical Service showed. Prices rose just 0.2 percent month on month, reflecting broad-based easing across food and non-food items. Food inflation slowed […] The post Inflation eased

Telecel Group and King’s Trust International have signed a new partnership agreement to support foundational digital skills development for young people in Ghana. The initiative will support a targeted project focused on Junior High Schools in Ghana, helping to address gaps in access to practical ICT education. Although ICT is a compulsory subject in Ghanaian […] The post Telecel

The management of Business and Financial Times (B&FT), the nation’s number one business news organisation and its key partner, Ecobank Ghana PLC, has embarked on a strategic youth engagement initiative on campuses, mobilising the next generation of leaders ahead of the Ghana Youth Economic Forum (YEF) 2025. The first in-person campus engagement, which took place […] The post B&FT

The organisers of the Digital Assets Summit Africa (DASA) 2026 have announced the participation of Ambassador Harold Agyeman, Ghana’s former Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, as a confirmed speaker for the landmark continental summit scheduled for September 29-30, 2026 in Accra. The announcement signals a strong focus on cross-border trade, digital finance […] The post Former