By Prof. Samuel Lartey www.pefghana.org On 18 January 2026, the Africa Cup of Nations final delivered more than a football champion. It delivered a leadership lesson that resonates far beyond sport. Watched by millions across Africa and the world, the match between Senegal and Morocco became a powerful case study in resilience, influence, and decision-making […] The post Sadio

A pioneering African model for transforming degraded rivers into thriving economic hubs is gaining attention in Ghana. Championed by Zimbabwean leader Temper Tungwarara, this approach offers a practical solution for Ghana as it tackles the severe environmental damage caused by illegal mining, known locally as galamsey. Temper Tungwarara, a prominent businessman and Strategic Investment Advisor […] The post Zimbabwean

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM ([email protected]) The Ghana Export-Import (GEXIM) Bank has officially launched its 10th anniversary and laid out new strategies for using exports to promote industrial growth and economic transformation in the country. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of GEXIM, Mr. Sylvester Mensah, in his remarks during the launch revealed that the anniversary will […] The post GEXIM

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Bank of Ghana is shifting the focus of monetary policy toward managing expectations after a year in which inflation eased sharply and financial conditions stabilised, Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama said during the central bank’s new year media engagement. After what the bank describes as a period of “restoration” in […] The post With prices

By Fred Kwasi Anokye, Ph.D  In the first and second articles, I respectively explored mortgage interest tax concession as well as pensions contributions & donations as tax planning opportunities. This current article draws taxpayers’ attention to the deductibility of personal tax reliefs provided as another angelic blessing within the triangular tax system of Ghana. PERSONAL […] The post Exploring

record gains, narrow foundations in stock market a banner year exposes fault lines in equity market By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The equity market delivered one of its strongest performances in recent history during 2025, capping a year that many investors saw as a turning point after prolonged macroeconomic strain and […] The post Equity rally masks deep concentration

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Government, through the Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation (GIISDEC), is moving to bring the largely informal scrap metal trade under regulation – a shift that authorities say is necessary to curb theft, improve data collection and secure supplies for domestic steel producers which rely heavily on recycled metal. The […] The post Gov’t tightens

A leading research and public policy think tank, CUTS International Accra, is calling on the government toestablish an Accra City Transportation Authority to regulate, plan, and coordinate transportation across the capital city. The call follows growing commuter hardship, worsening rush hour chaos, and weak coordination created by the fragmentation of the old Accra Metropolitan Assembly […] The post CUTS

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Activists are calling for Kotoka International Airport to be renamed, citing the coup origins of Gen. E.K. Kotoka, which they say directly contradicts the democratic values the nation espouses and the spirit on which the nation was founded. Speaking to the media in Accra, the campaign’s convenor, Steven Nhyira Odarteifio, raised […] The post Gateway

The Newmont Ahafo Development Foundation (NADeF) has invested GH¢42.8 million in educational scholarships for 14,307 beneficiaries from its ten host communities in the Ahafo Region since its establishment in 2008. The scholarship programme has supported 7,862 tertiary students, 5,042 senior high school learners and 1,403 apprentices trained in varied vocational and technical skills. Beneficiaries were […] The post NADeF

By Maame Awinador Kwaning For generations, scholars and citizens alike have grappled with a persistent question: “Why is Africa poor?”. Despite the continent’s vast natural resources and decades of independence, the endurance of extreme poverty and underdevelopment has led many to assume its fate is fixed. Some dismiss the continent as a lost cause, while […] The post From

By Maame Awinador Kwaning For generations, scholars and citizens alike have grappled with a persistent question: “Why is Africa poor?”. Despite the continent’s vast natural resources and decades of independence, the endurance of extreme poverty and underdevelopment has led many to assume its fate is fixed. Some dismiss the continent as a lost cause, while […] The post From

By Prof. Emmanuel S. ASAMOAH Esq. Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Ghana are vital drivers of economic growth and employment. However, achieving sustainability amidst economic volatility, resource constraints, and increasing competition remains a significant challenge. This article examines contemporary management practices that enhance business sustainability for Ghanaian SMEs and offers actionable recommendations tailored to […] The post Contemporary

Last week, I wrote the first article in 2026, which examined critical issues in 2025 which may have repercussions for the country. In the first article, I analysed the 2024 elections results and the violence that characterized the transition to power. I shed light on the record-breaking nolle prosequis that the current Attorney General, Dr. […] The post Development

Most people invest without ever thinking about how the system behind their money actually works. When you buy into a mutual fund, ETF, or closed-end fund, you are relying on investment companies to pool your money with thousands of others and manage it on your behalf. These funds promise diversification, expert management, and simplicity. But […] The post Financial

By Abubakari Saddiq Adams Ghana’s ambitious digital transformation agenda, aimed at enhancing public sector efficiency and curbing corruption, recently came under intense scrutiny. A startling discovery of over 81,000 “ghost names” on the National Service Authority’s (NSA) payroll ignited debates about the effectiveness and transparency of state-backed digital projects. This incident not only highlights potential […] The post ICT

New year, new you, a cliché? Every new year comes with expectations. We want more clarity, more growth, more profit, more impact. We want our brands to do better, our businesses to make sense, and our lives to count for something meaningful. But before we rush into plans and projections, I believe it is important […] The post Personal branding

By Prof. Samuel Lartey www.pefghana.org When politics becomes a punchline, Ghana confronts a challenge far deeper than economic slowdown alone: the steady erosion of public trust in democratic leadership. Rebuilding the economy and revitalising businesses must therefore proceed alongside the restoration of seriousness, accountability, and credibility in governance. Responsible leadership, transparent decision-making, and a genuine […] The post Trust

By Isaac FRIMPONG (PhD) The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), which manages Ghana’s basic national pension scheme under Tier 1, has approved a 10 per cent pension indexation for 2026. The adjustment raises monthly pension incomes across the board and lifts the minimum pension for retirees from just over GH¢300 to above GH¢400. […] The post Is

By  Dr. Ebenezer Arthur Duncan Imagine a Ghana where businesses operate around the clock, creating jobs, stimulating economic growth, and improving the quality of life for its citizens. This is the promise of a 24-hour economy, a concept that involves extending business hours and operations to cover the entire day, 7 days a week. In […] The post Marketing the 24-Hour Economy: