By Ajay BANGA, Elisabeth SVANTESSON  For the Spring Meetings, the World Bank Group will focus on the policy and regulatory fundamentals that allow businesses to start, operate, expand — and hire. The world is entering a decade defined by two hard realities: a historic demographic surge and tighter public finances. Over the next 10 to 15 years, […] The post To turn demographic

By Juliet ETEFE Energy efficiency remains one of the country’s most underutilised resources despite rising energy demand driven by economic growth, Acting Executive Secretary-Energy Commission Adwoa Serwaa Bondzie has said. Speaking at the Second Energy Audit Certification and Awards ceremony held at the Ghana Institution of Engineering in Accra, she stressed that as the economy […] The post Energy

By Wayne NYARKO As conflict in the Middle East, particularly the escalating war involving Iran, sends shockwaves through global oil markets, the question “Oil, what next?” is no longer abstract. For Ghana, it is immediate, practical, and deeply consequential. Though Ghana is an oil-producing nation, it remains highly exposed to global price volatility. This situation, […] The post Oil,

By Patricia Jane MUMUNI & Cyril EFFAH Ghana is preparing for a significant shift in its investment framework. The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act, 2013, has governed investment promotion in Ghana for more than a decade and, at the time of its passage, provided a timely and effective response to the country’s economic priorities. Since […] The post The new Investment

By: Sampson Tagbor At a time when Ghana is actively rethinking the governance and performance of its state-owned enterprises, the question of how public institutions can work more cohesively to generate and retain value has assumed renewed urgency. Within this evolving policy landscape, SIGA’s integrating approach to insurance placement has sparked important debate across the […] The post Ghana

By Seade Caesar In a world increasingly shaped by geopolitical shocks, Africa is once again confronting a familiar reality: crises that begin elsewhere often end up testing the resilience of its economies. The latest example is the escalating conflict in the Gulf region, which has triggered global disruptions in energy, trade, and finance. In response, […] The post Understanding

Over the years, I have watched talented beginners crash out of the media industry. Not because they lacked skill, but because they made avoidable mistakes. Let me share seven of the most common so you can avoid them. Mistake One: Talking too much Many beginners believe the more they talk, the more valuable they are. […] The post On Cue with Kafui DEY:

By Abubakar Mohammed LAWAL Ghana’s banking sector in 2025 tells a story of recovery, resilience, and renewed strength. After a difficult period marked by economic uncertainty, the numbers now point in a different direction, one of rising profits, improving efficiency, and stronger balance sheets. Industry-wide profits surged to about GH¢15 billion, with banks recording significant […] The post The

By Theodore SUTHERLAND Industrialization is critical to improving the value of commodity agricultural exports, reducing our import bills and creating high quality jobs. UNIDO projects that Africa’s manufacturing output could grow from US$500 billion today to US$1.7 trillion by 2030, potentially creating 14 million jobs. If Ghana leads West Africa in industrialization capabilities, we can […] The post Exporting

By Juliet ETEFE The country’s trade surplus surged to GH¢47.2billion in fourth quarter-2025, driven by strong export growth that outpaced imports, the latest data from Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) have shown. Total trade reached GH¢170.1billion during the period, comprising exports of                    GH¢108.6billion and imports of GH¢61.4billion. This marks a sharp increase from the GH¢16.7billion surplus […] The post Trade

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU, Washington, D.C. The World Bank has expressed growing confidence in Ghana’s economic recovery, endorsing the country’s reform trajectory as it shifts from crisis stabilisation to a more demanding phase of growth and fiscal consolidation. At high-level meetings in Washington D.C., senior World Bank officials pointed to the country’s improving macroeconomic indicators […] The post World

Juliana Asare is a distinguished finance executive and transformational leader, currently serving as the Chief Finance Officer of UBA Ghana, where she makes history as the first woman to hold this role. With over two decades of progressive banking experience across Ghana and Sierra Leone, she brings a unique blend of strategic insight, technical expertise, […] The post UBA appoints Juliana

…says could undermine fuel security, infrastructure dev’t The Institute for Energy Security (IES) has urged government to retain the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation (BOST) margin – warning that its removal will compromise fuel supply security and stall infrastructure development, particularly in the middle and northern belts. The position, issued in a statement on April […] The post IES

…Reinforcing Ghana’s Global Standard in Financial Advisory Prudential Life Insurance Ghana has again demonstrated its leadership in the insurance sector with the announcement of its 2025 Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) and Court of the Table (COT) qualifiers. A milestone that underscores the company’s commitment to professionalism, ethical standards, and exceptional client service. The announcement, […] The post Prudential

The Amansie Community Bank, headquartered in Antoakrom, Ashanti Region, has reintroduced its scholarship programme, awarding a total of GH¢44,932 to ten deserving students. The initiative covers 100% tuition fees for regular programmes and 70% for specialised programmes like Medicine, Law, Pharmacy, among others, with the bank assuring parents of beneficiaries that it will provide top-ups […] The post Amansie

Ghana’s economy remains resilient despite recent global shocks, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has stated following a meeting with Anna Bjerde, Managing Director for Operations at the World Bank, at the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings. According to the Minister, the country’s resilience is anchored on prudent policy decisions, strong reforms, and buffers built since […] The post Economy

Insurance is often misunderstood in Ghana, shrouded in myths and misconceptions that deter many from embracing its benefits. This article aims to decode these myths by shedding light on what insurance truly covers and what it doesn’t, helping Ghanaians make informed decisions about protecting their assets, life and future. Common Insurance Myths in Ghana One […] The post Breaking

Staff of MobileMoney Fintech LTD (MMFL), the newly merged mobile money business structurally separate and independent of MTN’s core telecom business, on Saturday embarked on a spirited health walk aimed at promoting fitness and a healthy lifestyle. The “MMFL Staff Wellness Walk” spanning 8 kilometres, began at Ayi Mensah and proceeded up the mountains at […] The post MTN Momo staff

By Buertey Francis BORYOR Former President of Ghana, John Agyekum Kufuor, has said the country can no longer rely on the state alone to generate wealth, warning that decades of state-led economic approaches have weakened enterprise and limited opportunities for young people entering the labour market. He said reversing the trend will require a renewed […] The post Private sector key to jobs, growth- Kufuor

Ghana’s corporate recognition landscape is set for another major highlight as the Ghana Business League Awards (GBLA) 2026 has been officially announced, with organisers confirming a grand ceremony scheduled for Friday, 19th June 2026, at 7:30 PM at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra. Organised by Maven Communications, the fourth edition of the […] The post Ghana Business League