The International Finance Corporation and the Business Investment Financing Track have partnered with Ghanaian agricultural technology company Complete Farmer to expand digital financing, data-driven farming and supply-chain services across the country. The support package includes a $2.4 million convertible loan and an additional $660,000 in advisory and grant funding, bringing the total commitment to more […]

Ghana has launched an ambitious programme to produce 400,000 tonnes of tomatoes every year from more than 40,000 acres of farmland, with the initiative expected to create over 600,000 direct and indirect jobs when fully implemented. The Ghana Tomato Self-Sufficiency Initiative (GHATSI) was launched at Anloga and is aimed at ending the country’s recurring cycle […]

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has ordered the immediate shutdown of Empire Cement Ghana Limited over alleged breaches of its environmental permit and sustained emissions of pollutants into the environment. The directive follows investigations conducted by the EPA after receiving several public complaints about alleged air pollution and nuisance linked to the company’s operations. In […]

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has appealed a High Court decision ordering the payment of GH¢79.65 million to Servestar Minwax (WA) Limited in a long-running judgment debt dispute. The appeal follows a Garnishee Order issued by the High Court’s Commercial Division 3 on July 22, 2026, directing the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to release GH¢79,651,132 […]

Veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs has passed away. The legendary actor, known for his remarkable performances and decades-long contribution to Nigerian cinema, has died at the age of 84. His passing marks the end of an era for one of Nollywood’s most respected actors. May his soul rest in peace.

Kenya has announced plans to prohibit the export of unprocessed minerals as part of a broader strategy to expand local processing, create employment and retain more revenue from the country’s natural resources. President William Ruto said the proposed restrictions would initially place particular emphasis on gold but would ultimately apply to all minerals extracted in […]