Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has said that the reduction in the policy rate amidst concerns of the impact of the Middle East crisis does not pose any problem at all. On Wednesday, March 18, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) reduced the policy rate to 14 % from the earlier […]

Lawyers of Frederick Kumi, also known as Abu Trica, have filed a preliminary objection to the Extradition proceedings initiated against their client. The lawyers argue that, per the UK and US Extradition Treaty of 1931, as well as the Extradition Act 1960, being enforced in Ghana, the charges levelled against Abu Trica are not extraditable […]

London-based African football expert Osasu Obayiuwana has strongly criticised the decision by the Confederation of African Football to overturn the 2025 AFCON final result in favour of Morocco, despite Senegal winning on the pitch. African football has been thrown into fresh controversy following the Confederation of African Football’s decision to overturn the result of the […]

Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has said that although the non-performing loan ratio (NPL) is at 18%, down from the earlier 22 %, it still remains elevated. Dr Asiama said the banking sector in general recorded an improvement in performance. “The banking sector is solvent, liquid. NPLs, yes, elevated, but […]

The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reduced the policy rate to 14 % from the earlier 15.5 per cent. This was announced by the chairman of the MPC, Governor Dr Johnson Asiama, at the 129th MPC press conference in Accra on Wednesday, March 18. Consumer confidence improved on account of […]

Geisha Soap, one of Unilever Ghana PLC’s trusted brands reaffirmed its commitment to empowering women by headlining the 8th National Women’s Summit & Expo (NWSE), which brought together a cross-section of participants from across Ghana on March 13, 2026, at the Palms Convention Centre at La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. Held in commemoration of International […]

Successful applicants in the recruitment exercise by the Ghana Armed Forces have begun picking up their appointment letters ahead of enlistment and the commencement of their military training. In the Ashanti Region, hundreds of recruits turned up at the 4 Infantry Battalion (4BN) in Kumasi, where the exercise is currently underway under tight supervision by […]

The Minority in Parliament has criticised the recent utility tariff reduction announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), describing it as insufficient and not reflective of current economic realities. The Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament’s Energy Committee, Collins Adomako Mensah at a media briefing in Parliament on Wednesday argued that the 4.81% electricity tariff reduction […]

The Supreme Court has ruled that public officers must declare assets before taking office, stating that current 6-month grace period is unconstitutional. This is the court’s decision in a case filed by Executive Director of the Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA), Mensah Thompson. Current Law Ghana’s current asset declaration regime is regulated […]

Confederation of African Football (CAF) imposed heavy sanctions on Senegal following the chaotic 2025 AFCON final against Morocco, including a $615,000 fine for the Federation, a 5-match ban for Coach Pape Thiaw ($100k fine), and 2-match suspensions for players Iliman Ndiaye and Ismaila Sarr. Senegal accepted these penalties, refusing to appeal. Key Details of the […]

Ghana’s cocoa marketing architecture is one of the most frequently discussed, yet widely misunderstood, institutional systems in global commodity trade. In media commentary, parliamentary debate, and industry conference panels alike, the mechanics of how Ghanaian cocoa moves from farm gate to international buyer are routinely reduced to oversimplified narratives. The purpose of this piece is […]

The Minority in Parliament has urged government to immediately remove the 1 cedi fuel levy, citing the sharp rise in fuel prices triggered by ongoing war in Iran and closure of the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking to journalists in Parliament on Wednesday, March 18, Deputy Ranking Member on the Energy Committee, Collins Adomako Mensah, argued […]

Yango Ghana expands its delivery services to Kumasi, offering fast, reliable logistics solutions while creating income opportunities for couriers and boosting visibility for local businesses.

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Newly appointed Board Chairman of Asante Kotoko, James Osei Brown, has held his first meeting with the club’s playing body and technical team on Wednesday morning 18th March 2026, assuring them of his full backing ahead of their upcoming fixture against Nations FC. The meeting took place during the team’s training session at Adako Jachie, […]

President John Dramani Mahama has called on tenants to report landlords who demand excessive rent advances beyond what is permitted by law, stressing the need for stronger enforcement to curb exploitation in Ghana’s housing sector. Speaking during a meeting with Organised Labour at the Jubilee House on Tuesday, March 17, the President highlighted the growing […]

Labour consultant, Austin Gamey has criticised Ghana’s salary structure, saying both the public and private sectors have failed to fully align worker pay with productivity as required by the labour law. Speaking on recent proposals to reform public sector compensation, he noted that although Ghana’s labour laws clearly emphasise productivity-based pay, the principle is not […]

Royal Moroccan Football Federation acknowledges decision rendered by the CAF Appeals Committee on AFCON final The FRMF wishes to reiterate that its actions were never intended to contest the sporting performance of the teams involved in this competition, but solely to request the application of the competition rules. The Federation reaffirms its commitment to the […]

The Government has announced stricter measures under a new SIM registration framework, including plans to block Ghana Cards linked to multiple mobile money fraud and disable stolen mobile phones across all networks. The policy was disclosed at a stakeholder engagement in Accra on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, organised by the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology […]

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has reported that a total of twelve firefighters sustained injuries during efforts to contain a fuel tanker explosion at Gomoa Potsin in the Central Region. The service men sustained injuries during cooling operations aimed at preventing re-ignition of the fuel tanker and possible secondary explosions after the fire has […]