The National Lottery Authority (NLA) is on the verge of securing a transformative partnership with Scientific Games to solidify its position as a competitive global player in the lottery industry. This follows successful discussions between the Direc…
Deputy Minister for Finance, Dr. Stephen Amoah, has given assurance that the government will continue to ensure a conducive economic environment to attract more investment and support for the mutual benefit of Ghana and Japan.
He gave the assurance …
The Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has raised concerns about the transfer of $20 million to the Bank of Ghana without what he describes as consistent documentation.
In a post shared on X on Tuesday, August 27, 20…
The Director General of Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Michael Achagwe Luguje, has reiterated the Authority’s commitment in offering port facilities and ensuring that cargo and ships are handled in the most effective and efficient manner.
Mr. L…
IC Securities has projected the rate of inflation to jump to 21.8% in August 2024.
‘Although the sharper-than-expected deceleration in the July 2024 annual inflation significantly eases our concerns, we remain convinced that the August print will wi…
The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Maxwell Opoku-Afari, has highlighted the critical importance of the Ghana International Bank (GHIB) in Ghana and Africa, describing the financial institution as a strategic asset.
Speaking as…
The cedi (GHS) experienced a decline against major trading currencies last week as foreign exchange (FX) liquidity remained tight in view of high demand, according to recent investor updates from Databank and Constant Capital.
The local currency’s d…
At the opening of the 2024 Sustainability Summit, Dr. Godwin Acquaye, CEO of Business and Financial Times (BandFT), emphasised the critical need to balance economic growth with environmental preservation.
Addressing industry leaders, Dr. Acquaye und…
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has initiated a major project to replace outdated and malfunctioning electricity meters in the Accra East region with advanced Smart MMS-compliant prepaid meters.
This initiative is part of ECG’s broader strate…
The Ministry of Finance has requested the approval of GHS500 million from the Contingency Fund to deal with the ongoing drought in the northern parts of the country.
The Minister for Finance, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, in a letter addressed to the Chai…
Former IBF bantamweight champion, Joseph King Kong Agbeko, now known as Torgbui Kaletor II, has launched “Fight Night,” a programme under the Joseph Agbeko Foundation to support juvenile and amateur boxers in the country.
The event, which will featu…
The National Identifications Authority (NIA) has announced the beginning of the registration of Ghanaians living abroad, as stipulated in the NIA Act, 2008 (Act 750) through the Ghana High Commission.
The pilot exercise will first be carried out in …
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has stated that the forthcoming government, following this year’s election, must establish and execute trade-friendly policies to stimulate the expansion of the private sector.
‘Increasing the economy’s compet…
Microfinance institutions (MFIs) have been urged to strengthen their governance structures, enhance risk management, and adhere to the regulatory framework set by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to better serve the country’s informal sector.
According to El…
The National Homeownership Fund (NHF) is making significant progress in its mission to provide affordable housing to Ghanaians, with 129 new housing units currently 55% complete since construction began in April 2024.
This rapid development, achieve…
