BETAThe Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, says rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East could provide some support to Ghana’s economy through higher global gold prices, but policymakers must remain cautious. Speaking at the opening of the 129th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, Dr Asiama explained that while the conflict poses […]
The Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank, Paschal Donohoe, has praised the remarkable progress Ghana has made in stabilising its economy following a meeting with Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. Mr. Donohoe commended the government’s stewardship of the economy, noting what he described as a “remarkable improvement in Ghana’s national […]
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has highlighted Ghana’s growing commitment to sustainable finance and climate-conscious financial supervision during the just-ended Annual Plenary Meeting of the Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) in South Africa.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana Dr. Johnson Asiama says Ghana’s economy is stabilising faster than expected as key indicators show strong improvement across several sectors. Speaking at the opening of the 129th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, the Governor said the latest economic data points to stronger momentum in the real sector. “The […]
Trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) closed strongly on March 11, 2026, as investor demand pushed key indices higher. Market data showed that the GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) rose by 1.42 per cent to 15,401.68 points, while market capitalisation increased to about GH¢282.9 billion from GH¢277.97 billion recorded in the previous session. The gains were driven by strong activity in both the financial and telecommunications sectors. The GSE Financial Stocks Index (GSE-FSI) climbed 2.31 points
Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has held discussions with senior officials of the World Bank on Ghana’s economic transformation agenda and efforts to tackle unemployment, particularly among the youth. The meeting, held with the Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank, Paschal Donohoe, focused on Ghana’s next phase of development and strategies to sustain economic recovery while expanding job opportunities. Mr Forson said the government’s immediate focus was shifting f
The yield on the 91-day Treasury bill has dropped sharply to 6.45 per cent, raising concerns among fixed income investors and pushing banks to rethink how they generate revenue as returns from government securities continue to decline. The rapid fall in Treasury bill yields meant banks and investors would need to adjust their strategies, particularly as many financial institutions depended heavily on returns from government instruments. The development has also sparked debate among market watche
The recent surge in global oil prices following tensions involving Iran, the United States and Israel is a reminder of how vulnerable Ghana remains to external energy shocks. As international crude prices climb amid fears of supply disruptions in the Middle East, analysts warn that the effects could soon be felt at the pump. For a country where fuel costs influence transportation, food prices and the broader cost of living, the situation calls for careful and timely policy responses. Already, in
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana Dr. Johnson Asiama has warned that escalating tensions in the Middle East could threaten Ghana’s improving inflation outlook. Speaking at the opening of the 129th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, the Governor noted that the evolving geopolitical situation could have significant implications for Ghana’s economic stability. According to […]
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana has commenced its 129th Regular Meeting today, Monday, March 16, 2026, to Wednesday, March 18, 2026. The committee is set to review developments in the economy. The meetings will conclude with a press conference on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, to announce the Committee’s decision. At […]
Stanbic Bank Ghana has strengthened its partnership with the International Finance Corporation and Mastercard to expand access to finance and digital solutions for women-owned small and medium-sized enterprises in Ghana. The collaboration is expected to deepen financial inclusion and support job creation by helping women entrepreneurs scale their businesses. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the […]
The Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Matilda Asante-Asiedu, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to sustainable finance during the recent plenary meeting of the Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) held in Pretoria, South Africa. The high-level gathering, hosted at the headquarters of the South African Reserve Bank, brought together policymakers, central bank leaders, […]
GOIL is also reported to have adjusted its prices on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has said in its World Revenue Longitudinal Database (WoRLD) that tax revenues have grown since the early 2000s and now make up 57% of total government revenue globally. The IMF’s World Revenue Longitudinal Database (WoRLD) tracks government revenue trends since the early 1980s. This invaluable resource offers policymakers, researchers, and […]
As cyber threats targeting governments, financial institutions and critical infrastructure continue to rise globally, organisations in Ghana are stepping up efforts to strengthen the resilience of their digital systems.
The Paramount Chief of the Sempe Traditional Area, Nii Adote Otintor II, has urged the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) to halt what he describes as a “hostile takeover” of the facilities of McDan Aviation at Terminal 1 of the Kotoka International Airport in Accra. The intervention by the Ga traditional leader follows an escalating dispute between GACL and McDan Aviation Handling Services Limited after the airport authority terminated the company’s Fixed Base Operation (FBO) agreement over
MobileMoney LTD, the fintech subsidiary of Scancom PLC, has recorded a sharp expansion in its mobile money ecosystem, with the value of funds held in customer wallets (MoMo float) rising by 60.9% to GH¢38.4 billion, up from GH¢23.9 billion in 2024.
Some Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have begun increasing fuel prices ahead of the March 16 pricing window under the industry’s pricing guidelines,
One significant individual shareholder in Atlantic Lithium said the prolonged delay is beginning to affect confidence in Ghana’s mining sector.
Ghana’s telecommunications sector has long played a central role in the country’s digital transformation, powering everything from mobile banking and e-commerce to education and logistics. In such an environment, even small shifts in pricing can have meaningful implications for households, businesses and the wider economy. It is against this backdrop that MTN Ghana has moved to pass on the benefits of recent tax reforms to consumers by reducing tariffs across a broad range of its telecommunicati
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