Updates on Ghana’s economy, inflation, cost of living, jobs, and financial developments. Understand how economic changes affect everyday life.
The Ghanaian diaspora has become one of the country’s greatest economic and social assets, contributing billions of dollars annually through remittances, investments, entrepreneurship and knowledge transfer. With millions of Ghanaians living across Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East and…
Ghana has maintained its cocoa producer price at GH¢41,392 per tonne for the 2026 light crop season despite falling global cocoa prices. Here is what the decision means for farmers, exports and the wider economy.
Ghana has maintained cocoa producer prices despite falling international market prices, a move designed to protect farmer incomes and support confidence in the country's cocoa sector.
A KLM Royal Dutch Airlines flight from Accra to Amsterdam was forced to return to Kotoka International Airport less than an hour after takeoff on Thursday night, disrupting travel plans for hundreds of passengers. No injuries were reported, but questions…
Employees say prolonged salary delays, operational challenges and uncertainty over a subsidiary have deepened concerns about the future of the cocoa-buying company. KUMASI, Ghana — Workers of PBC Limited have renewed calls on President John Dramani Mahama to intervene in…
Veteran international banker Ian Greenstreet has been appointed CEO of Ghana International Bank as the institution seeks to build on recent recovery efforts and expand its role in global finance.
The Volta Region has received six new Metro Mass Transit buses in a move aimed at improving public transport services, easing pressure on commuters and supporting economic activity across the region. While residents have welcomed the allocation, many say the…
President John Mahama used a high-profile appearance at the London Stock Exchange to promote Ghana as an investment destination, highlighting stock market performance, economic reforms and new public listings. The event formed part of a broader effort to attract foreign…
MoMo Wallet-to-Bank Charges Suspended as CUTS International Commends Bank of Ghana Policy think tank CUTS International has welcomed the decision by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to suspend a proposed 0.75% charge on transfers from Mobile Money (MoMo) wallets to…
Ghana’s central bank has suspended a proposed 0.75% charge on wallet-to-bank transfers following criticism from mobile money users and opposition lawmakers over the potential impact on digital payments. ACCRA, Ghana — The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has suspended plans to…
Ghana could issue its first non-interest banking licence this year as the central bank warns that weak trust, cyber threats and regulatory gaps could undermine Africa’s rapidly expanding fintech sector. ACCRA, Ghana — Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Pandit…
The Bank of Ghana says the next phase of the e-Cedi project will focus on cross-border payments and faster regional trade settlements across Africa. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana is preparing to expand its central bank digital currency, the e-Cedi, into…
Ghana’s Court of Appeal has overturned the revocation of GN Savings and Loans’ operating licence, reopening debate over the Bank of Ghana’s banking sector clean-up programme. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana’s Court of Appeal has overturned the revocation of GN Savings…
Ghana’s public debt stock rose to GH₵674.1 billion in February 2026 despite improving fiscal indicators, highlighting the fragile balance between economic recovery and renewed borrowing pressures after the country’s IMF-backed restructuring programme. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana’s public debt stock rose…
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama says the proposed IMF policy coordination instrument will support inflation control, strengthen investor confidence and reinforce Ghana’s economic recovery. ACCRA, Ghana – Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama says the…
Ghana has completed its Extended Credit Facility programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF), ending a three-year economic recovery effort that was introduced after the country’s debt crisis and sharp rise in inflation. Officials say the programme helped restore macroeconomic…
Ghana’s currency shows signs of stability as foreign inflows rise, but analysts warn that structural pressures could still challenge long-term gains. ACCRA, Ghana — 4 May 2026 Ghana cedi stability has strengthened in recent weeks, supported by rising foreign inflows…
Rising prices across multiple African economies are tightening household budgets and forcing governments to balance policy stability with social pressure. NAIROBI, Kenya — 4 May 2026 African central banks and policymakers are confronting intensifying Africa’s inflation pressures as rising food,…
