Business & Economy
September 13, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Strong Turnout Marks Day Two of Republic Bank Habitat Fair
Day Two of the Republic Bank Habitat Fair ended successfully at the Marina Mall in Accra, attracting prospective homeowners, property investors, builders and other stakeholders seeking practical solutions within Ghana’s housing industry. Mortgage financing was a major area of interest as representatives of Republic Bank Ghana provided patrons with detailed information about available mortgage facilities. […]
September 10, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Bank of Ghana Warns Public Against 20 Unlicensed Mobile Loan Apps
The Bank of Ghana has cautioned members of the public against borrowing from or conducting financial transactions with 20 mobile loan applications operating without regulatory approval. The central bank said the flagged platforms have not been authorised to provide digital credit services in Ghana and are operating in breach of the country’s Directive for Digital […]
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September 10, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
GAPTE Deploys 48 Repaired Aayalolo Buses on Major Accra Routes
The Greater Accra Passenger Transport Executive has repaired and returned 48 previously grounded Aayalolo buses to service as part of efforts to improve public transportation across the capital. The deployment increases GAPTE’s active fleet in the Greater Accra Region from 80 to 128 buses. GAPTE Managing Director Awudu Dawuda announced the expansion during an operational […]
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September 9, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Ghana Positions Special Economic Zones to Drive Manufacturing and AfCFTA Trade
Ghana is realigning its industrial development strategy to make Special Economic Zones and free zones major drivers of domestic manufacturing, foreign investment and trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area. The initiative seeks to strengthen local production while positioning the country as a competitive manufacturing and export hub serving markets across Africa. Government and […]
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September 7, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
24-Hour Economy Secretariat Secures Over GH¢1bn for Ghana’s Poultry Industry
The 24-Hour Economy Secretariat and Accelerated Export Development Authority has secured more than GH¢1 billion in private-sector financing commitments to support the transformation of Ghana’s poultry industry. The funding is intended to increase domestic production, create employment and reduce Ghana’s heavy dependence on imported chicken. The facility was announced during stakeholder discussions for the National […]
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September 7, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Dzifa Gomashie Faces Criticism Over Advocacy for Ghana’s Creative Arts Sector
The Member of Parliament for Ketu South and former Deputy Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has faced criticism from some members of Ghana’s creative arts community over her advocacy for industry reforms. The debate has attracted attention because of Gomashie’s background as a veteran actress and her experience in both Parliament […]
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September 6, 2026
Josiah
Josiah
Tomatoes record 158.3% price increase in August – GSS
Fresh tomatoes recorded the biggest annual price increase among selected items in Ghana’s August 2026 Consumer Price Index, with prices rising by 158.3% compared with the same period last year, according to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The sharp increase came despite Ghana’s overall year-on-year inflation rate falling to 5.0% in August 2026, down from […]
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September 5, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Oil Prices Near $96 as US–Iran Tensions Disrupt Strait of Hormuz Traffic
Global crude oil prices traded close to $96 per barrel as escalating military tensions between the United States and Iran disrupted commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude traded between $95.67 and $96.06 per barrel, putting the international benchmark on course for a weekly gain of more than seven percent. US West Texas […]
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September 5, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
GPHA’s Net Profit Rises 17.18% to GH¢2.82 Billion in 2025
The Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority recorded a 17.18 percent increase in net profit in 2025, reaching GH¢2.82 billion compared with GH¢2.40 billion in 2024. The performance reinforces GPHA’s position as one of Ghana’s most profitable State-Owned Enterprises, according to the 2025 State Ownership Report published by the State Interests and Governance Authority. The report […]
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September 5, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Bank of Ghana Warns Against Spraying and Defacing Cedi Notes
The Bank of Ghana has warned the public to stop abusing, defacing or improperly handling Ghana cedi notes and coins, cautioning that offenders could face arrest, prosecution, fines or imprisonment. The central bank raised particular concern about the practice of spraying money at weddings, funerals, birthdays and other social events. It said throwing banknotes on […]
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September 13, 2026