Prof. Isaac Boadi, Executive Director of the Institute for Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP) and Dean of the Faculty of Accounting and Finance, has cautioned that the government’s proposed 2025 tax reforms, aimed at alleviating financial pressures on households and businesses, could cost Ghana between GH¢5.5 billion and GH¢7.1 billion in lost revenue, based […] The post Fiscal

Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, has held a high-level meeting with the World Bank Regional Director for Infrastructure, Mr Franz R. Dress-Cross, to explore strategies aimed at strengthening Ghana’s road infrastructure. The engagement took place on April 8 as part of government’s ongoing efforts to boost connectivity and transport efficiency across the country. […] The post Roads

By Edward Adjei FRIMPONG African leaders must adopt innovative strategies to attract private sector investment to boost healthcare funding, Dr. Wiltshire Johnson, Programme Coordinator of the Integrated Vector Management (IVM) under the auspices of African Union Development Agency – New Partnership for Africa’s Development (AUDA-NEPAD), has said. Such initiatives, he indicated, have become crucial for […] The post African

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In the Western North Region, two District Chief Executives (DCEs) have been confirmed in Sefwi Bodi and Sefwi Akontombra Districts. Mr. Stephen Baidoo was confirmed for the Bodi District, while Mr. Joseph Appiah was confirmed for Akontombra. Speaking at the confirmation ceremony, the Western North Regional Minister, Hon. Willbert Petty Bretum, congratulated the newly confirmed […] The post Western

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The Korle Bu Senior Staff Association (KOSSA) has extended their heartfelt congratulations to Kwabena Mintah Akandoh on his appointment as the substantive Minister of Health. Having served as a ranking member on the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health,  the Association said his deep knowledge and expertise in the sector make this appointment a well-deserved one. […] The post Korle

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By Ronald Adom OPPONG Private Health Insurance is a legally approved channel for financing healthcare in Ghana in addition to the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) in Ghana’s quest to achieve universal health coverage. Ghana’s private health insurance sector provides coverage to about 2% of the population via 16 licenced companies across two thousand service […] The post You need a private

By: Ephraim Ofori NUMOSUOR The United States’ decision to impose a 10percent tariff on all imports marks a pivotal moment in global trade dynamics. While policymakers in Washington may argue that this move protects domestic industries and reduces dependency on foreign goods, the long-term consequences could be far-reaching. This policy, rather than strengthening U.S. dominance, […] The post America’s

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has highlighted the urgent need for a $165 million investment to digitally map Ghana’s land, calling the initiative a “game-changer” for the country’s land administration system. During a recent visit to the new headquarters of the Lands Commission in Accra, the Minister emphasized that the […] The post $165m

In the world of softball, Bayley Bonso-Bruce is a name that resonates with excellence. This talented young athlete has been knocking it out of the park since she was eight years old, and her passion for the sport is contagious. As a member of the Riverside High School varsity team in Leesburg, Virginia, Bayley has […] The post Beyond the States: softball extends its reach to Ghana first

By: Joshua Worlasi AMLANU macjosh1922@gmail.com / joshua.amlanu@thebftonline.com Ghana’s economy is teetering on a tightrope. Inflation, which remains elevated at 22.4 percent, continues to challenge both the central bank and the government as both authorities implement measures to restore price stability. Following an expansionary fiscal stance in 2024 that created strong liquidity conditions, the Bank of […] The post Can

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An amount of 5 million U.S dollars from the National Health Insurance Authority is expected to fund the procurement of vaccines which will run out of stock in the next three months. The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh said this when he met with GAVI, The Vaccine Alliance, to discuss ways of strengthening vaccine […] The post I’ve asked NHIA to release

By: Jacques Otumfuo & Albert Derrick Fiatui (CIMAG) Global maritime trade is the invisible engine behind more than 80% of world trade by volume. In the wake of a prolonged pandemic disruption, the past year has witnessed a cautious but encouraging rebound. The narrative of 2024 has been one of both resilience and transformation. As […] The post Ports and Trade: Lessons