BETAAn investor who placed GH¢1,000 into the ten best-performing stocks on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) at the start of the year would have walked away with more than GH¢2,271 by the end of March; an impressive 127 per cent return that eclipsed every other mainstream asset class available to the Ghanaian retail investor. Official data from the GSE's trading session on March 31, 2026, reveals that the first quarter of the year delivered one of the most spectacular rallies in the bourse's history, w
The National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP) has announced a significant price hike for sachet water, effective Monday, April 6, 2026. The new structure sets the ex-factory price at GH¢8 per bag (30 sachets of 500ml), ex-truck at GH¢10, and a recommended maximum retail price of GH¢15. The association cites rising costs […]
Ghana has been urged to take a leading role in demonstrating the practical benefits of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), as the government intensifies efforts to position the country as a hub for intra-African trade and industrial growth. The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, said Ghana’s status as host of the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat places a responsibility on the country to translate policy commitments into tangible ou
Ishmael Yamson & Associates (IY&A) has unveiled a new initiative aimed at equipping corporate and public sector leaders with the tools to make informed decisions on artificial intelligence adoption. The Executive “Lunch & Learn” series, titled Applied AI Advantage, seeks to transform AI from an abstract interest into actionable, board-ready strategies. Designed as a weekly leadership forum, the series targets senior executives, board members, and risk professionals, offering structured insights
Ghana is forfeiting an estimated $2.5 billion annually by exporting agricultural commodities in their raw state, the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has disclosed, warning that the country must urgently shift towards value addition to unlock growth. Speaking at the second day of the Kwahu Business Forum 2026 at the Kwahu Convention Centre on April 4, the Minister said the persistent export of raw produce continued to deprive the economy of significant reven
Asante Gold Corporation recorded a net loss attributable to shareholders of US$345.44 million for the eleven months ended December 31, 2025, a sharp deterioration from the US$62.18 million loss reported for the previous financial year, according to the company’s audited consolidated financial statements released on March 31, 2026. The financial statements, signed by Director Alex Heath and Director David Anthony, showed that revenue for the period increased to US$482.59 million from US$458.88 mi
Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), announced today her intention to appoint Zeine Zeidane as Director of the African Department (AFR). Mr. Zeidane will succeed Abebe Aemro Selassie, who will retire from the Fund on May 1, 2026. “I have informed the Executive Board of my intention to appoint Zeine Zeidane as […]
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dalex Finance, Joe Jackson, has called for a shift in economic policy focus from controlling imports or expanding exports to addressing value leakages in the economy to stabilise the cedi. He argued that the country’s persistent currency weakness was driven less by trade imbalances and more by the outflow of export earnings through profit repatriation, service payments and debt obligations. Mr Jackson stressed that without improving domestic retention of expo
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of UBA Ghana, Bernard Gyebi, has urged small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly exporters, to integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into their operations. He explained that adopting ESG standards would improve their chances of accessing low-cost financing and remaining competitive in global markets. He, therefore, called for a shift from policy discussions to practical implementation to accelerate ESG financing
Ghana’s introduction of a 24-hour economy policy is attracting a growing wave of Nigerian investments across key sectors of the economy, the Acting Nigerian High Commissioner to Ghana, Ambassador Adedayo Adeoyo, has said. He explained that the trend was driven by favourable policies being implemented by the Ghanaian government to attract investments into sectors such as aviation, banking and energy. He stressed that the surge in Nigerian enterprises—including a recently established $15 million C
A Development Expert, Chris Addy-Nayo, called for renewed national commitment to leveraging Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) to drive youth employment and sustainable development. Speaking at a policy dialogue organised under the EU-supported Greengrowth Ghana Project in Tamale, Mr Addy-Nayo stressed the need to reposition TVET as a first-choice pathway for young people, rather than an alternative to formal academic education. He explained that in today’s rapidly evolving g
Managing Director of GCB Bank, Farihan Alhassan, says the bank will continue to support small and medium enterprises (SMEs) despite concerns about rising risks and tightening regulations.
Managing Director of GCB Bank, Farihan Alhassan, has defended the bank’s continued push into lending to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), insisting that risk is unavoidable if banks are to drive real economic growth.
Managing Director of GCB Bank, Farihan Alhassan, says the bank’s success is not defined by profit, but by the impact it makes on businesses and lives.
Managing Director of GCB Bank, Farihan Alhassan, has cautioned that the low-interest-rate environment could trigger a wave of risky lending if banks fail to exercise discipline.
GCB Bank says it is taking a far more disciplined approach to lending as Ghana’s banking sector confronts the consequences of earlier economic instability and rising non-performing loans.
Stephen Blewett, Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, said: “This milestone reflects our commitment to driving innovation, strengthening digital infrastructure and delivering services that improve the lives of our customers. The structural separation positions us to scale our fintech ambitions while continuing to invest in Ghana’s digital future.”
Ghana’s recent macroeconomic gains must be translated into jobs, productivity and sustained economic expansion, industry leaders and policymakers have urged, warning that stability alone will not insulate the economy from external shocks. The call was made at the Chartered Institute of Bankers Ghana (CIB Ghana) Post-Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Policy Seminar in Accra, where stakeholders gathered under the theme “Balancing Stability and Growth: Interest Rates Impact in Geopolitical Shocks” to
Speaking on the state of the sector, Belo Cida Haruna, Commercial Director of Kasa Properties, noted that “the lack of long-term housing policies, high construction costs, and financing hurdles continue to limit access to affordable housing for many Ghanaians.”
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) rebounded on Thursday, with the GSE Composite Index (GSE-CI) adding 123.7 points to close at 13,040.78, as investors returned to select counters ahead of the extended Easter holiday break.
