Business & Economy
May 21, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Ghanaian Cedi Drops 8.4% Against US Dollar Despite Robust External Sector Growth
Ghanaian cedi weakened by 8.4% against the US dollar during the first five months of 2026, falling from an average rate of GH¢10.95 in January to GH¢11.4125 by mid-May, according to the latest data from the Bank of Ghana. The May 2026 Summary of Economic and Financial Data shows that this depreciation is more pronounced […]
May 6, 2026
Josiah
Josiah
Inflation rises to 3.4% in April
Inflation in Ghana rose slightly to 3.4% in April, up from 3.2% in March, although it remains significantly lower than the 21.2% recorded during the same period last year, according to official data. Figures from the Consumer Price Index show that prices increased by 1.0% between March and April, indicating that while overall inflation remains […]
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April 25, 2026
Josiah
Josiah
Ghana’s Ambassador pushes for stronger US-Ghana investment ties at Seattle
Victor Emmanuel Smith, Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, has called for stronger and more purposeful partnerships between Ghana and the United States, emphasizing the need to move beyond traditional aid toward investment-led collaboration and sustainable development. Speaking at the Ghana–Seattle Forum in Seattle, the Ambassador explained that relations between the United States and Africa […]
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April 9, 2026
Josiah
Josiah
Persistent rise in the price of Ginger
Traders dealing in ginger at Nana Bosoma Central Market are appealing to the government to address the persistent rise in the price of the crop. According to the traders, the situation is being driven in part by increased demand from herbal practitioners, who are purchasing ginger in large quantities for medicinal use. They say this […]
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April 3, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Solar-Powered Revolution: The 6,000km Proof of Africa’s Local Electric Future
In a landmark achievement for sustainable transport in Africa, a team of engineers from Stellenbosch University and the Kenyan startup Roam completed a 6,000-kilometer solar-powered journey from Nairobi to Stellenbosch. The expedition, carried out in 2024, showcased the potential of locally developed electric mobility solutions tailored to the continent’s unique conditions. The journey, which lasted […]
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March 31, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Oil Surge Ignites Gold Demand While Silver Eyes Key Breakout
Gold and silver are attempting a rebound after a sharp sell-off in March 2026, as volatility in global energy markets triggered widespread pressure on precious metals. The decline was largely driven by a surge in oil prices, which fueled inflation concerns, strengthened the U.S. dollar, and reduced expectations for interest rate cuts. As of March […]
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March 31, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Asanko Gold Awards $400M Contract to Rabotec in Major Local Content Push
Asanko Gold Ghana Limited has signed a $400 million contract with Rabotec Ghana Limited in a major move to strengthen local participation and expand job creation within Ghana’s mining sector. The agreement, finalized on March 30, 2026, spans four years and is aimed at enhancing operational collaboration while ensuring that more value from mining activities […]
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March 27, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
BoG Governor Asiamah Denies Setting GH¢10–12 Target for Cedi
Governor Johnson Pandit Asiama of the Bank of Ghana has clarified that the central bank has not set any official exchange rate target for the Ghanaian cedi, dismissing recent claims suggesting a fixed range of GH¢10 to GH¢12 per U.S. dollar. Speaking on March 25, 2026, the Governor described such reports as speculation, emphasizing that […]
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March 23, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Global trade dynamics is placing the United States agricultural interests at a critical crossroads in Africa
A growing shift in global trade dynamics is placing the United States agricultural interests at a critical crossroads in Africa, as China continues to rapidly expand its economic influence across the continent. Recent trade figures highlight the widening gap between the two global powers. China’s total trade with Africa reached approximately $348 billion in 2025, […]
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2259
March 22, 2026
Omanghana
Omanghana
Microsoft has announced a major strategic shift for Windows 11
Microsoft has announced a major strategic shift for Windows 11, introducing what it calls a “Quality Reset” aimed at improving system performance, reliability, and user control. The initiative was outlined in a memo released on March 20, 2026, by Pavan Davuluri, Executive Vice President for Windows and Devices. The changes signal a move away from […]
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