THE African Export-Import Bank (Afrex­imbank) has pledged fresh efforts to boost Africa’s automotive sector and ease trade bottlenecks that have long hampered intra-African trade. Speaking on the bank’s initia­tives at the Sovereign Business Engagement event as part of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) in Algiers, Algeria, yesterday, Dr Gainmore Zanam­we, Afreximbank’s Director of Trade Facilitation … The post  IATF2025:

In relation to the demand on Multichoice Ghana to reduce DStv subscription fees, policy think tank IMANI Africa has cautioned both sides, Multichoice, the Ministry of Communication, and the National Communication Authority (NCA), against hardline stances. IMANI called for a more pragmatic, transparent process to handle this matter. In the view of IMANI Africa, the […]

South Korean workers detained during a massive immigration raid in Georgia Thursday will be returned to South Korea on a chartered flight following negotiations, an official announced Sunday. “Negotiations for the release of the detained workers have been concluded, after swift responses by the relevant ministries, business agencies, and companies,” said South Korean Presidential Chief of Staff […] The post Detained

 The city of Cape Coast, the first capital of the Gold Coast (Ghana), came alive last weekend with rich cultural per­formances showcasing the traditions of the land as the chiefs and people of the Oguaa Traditional area celebrated the annual Fetu Afahye, which depicts the cultural, historical and ancestral heritage of the land. On the … The post Oguaa Traditional Area observes Fetu

Dennis Miracles Aboagye, spokesperson for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has stated that Dr Bawumia is fully aware that the journey to victory in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer race will not be an easy one. He says Dr Bawumia is made stronger by the attacks on him by his opponents. “Dr. Mahamudu […]

The Northern Regional Command of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), acting on intelligence, has intercepted and repatriated 55 foreign nationals. The post

An Associate Professor at the Political Science De­partment of the University of Ghana (UG) Legon, Alidu Seidu Mahama, was on Saturday elected as the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate (PC) for the upcoming by-election in the Tamale Central Constituency of the Northern Region. Prof. Mahama polled 840 votes whilst his main contender Alhaji Abdul … The post Prof.

Convener of Fix The Country Movement, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, has told the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to deal with their lawyers who are trying to ‘cut deals’ for persons under prosecution. Barker-Vormawor described these lawyers as charlatans who must be rooted out. “The NDC party must turn against and root out the charlatans who have no […]

There is a well-known saying in international finance: “When the United States sneezes, the world catches a cold”. For Ghana, this is not just a metaphor. Movements in the U.S. economy influence exchange rates, borrowing costs, export demand, and even the purchasing power of ordinary households in Accra. Understanding the rhythm of the U.S. economy has therefore […] The post Why Ghana

Engineers & Planners Company Ltd (E&P) has successfully acquired all issued shares of Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd and Upwest Resources Ltd, following a share transfer agreement with the Ghanaian Beneficial Owner.The share transfers have been registered with the Registrar of Companies, with the prior approval of the Minerals Commission, formally placing the Black Volta and … The post Engineers

Ghana coach Otto Addo has pledged that the Black Stars will give their all as they gear up to host Mali on Monday in a critical 2026 World Cup qualifier.The pledge comes in the wake of last weekâ??s 1-1 draw against Chad in Nâ??Djamena, where Ghana looked set for victory before Celestine Ecau struck in the final minutes to cancel out Jordan Ayewâ??s 17th-minute opener. The result saw both teams share the spoils.Looking ahead to Matchday 8, the Black Stars return to the

Black Stars head coach Otto Addo is convinced that playing at home against Mali will be much easier for his team compared to the game against Chad.In the Matchday 7 games in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Ghana were held to a 1-1 draw against Chad in N'Djamena last Thursday.However, Addo and his charges will host the Eagles of Mali at the Accra Sports Stadium today, September 8, in the Matchday 8 games in the qualifiers.Speaking ahead of the game, the gaffer is confident the

Mali coach Tom Saintfiet has expressed shock over Ghana's failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament. The four time African champions will not compete in the tournament scheduled to be hosted in Morocco later this year after failing to secure qualification.After six matches played during the qualifiers, the Black Stars failed to record a single win, finishing at the bottom with just three points making it the first time in over two decades

The long-dormant Black Volta and Sankofa gold projects in Ghana’s Upper West Region are poised for revival after one of West Africa’s largest indigenous mining contractors, Engineers & Planners (E&P), completed the acquisition of the equity in Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd and Upwest Resources Ghana Ltd. The transaction, finalised with the Registrar of Companies and […] The post MINING

By Juliet ETEFE MTN Group Chief Executive Officer Ralph Mupita has underscored the need for enabling regulatory frameworks and investment in cyber resilience as Africa works to advance its digital growth journey. He stressed that, while the continent’s digital economy is advancing, the journey is still at the “beginning of the beginning” and requires deliberate […] The post MTN

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Chief Executive Officer-Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI), Mark Badu-Aboagye, has warned that a ‘blanket’ removal of minimum capital requirements for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) would be detrimental to indigenous businesses. Speaking exclusively to Business and Financial Times (B&FT) in Accra, Mr. Badu-Aboagye argued that such a move, […] The post ‘Blanket’

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Barekese Nwabiagya Rural Bank PLC at Barekesse at the Atwima Nwabiagya District of the Ashanti Region has announced a remarkable financial growth, posting a significant 79.74 percent growth in profit before tax for the 2024 year under review. Return on assets increased by 19.11 percent, resulting in the change in ratio from […] The post Nwabiagya