A professor at the University of Ghana Business School, Godfred Bokpin has said that from all indications Ghana will go back to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) after the 17th one has ended. He says the fundamental factors that result in the country going to the Bretton Woods institution for a bailout have not been […] The post I won’t believe it if Ghana says we won’t
The Executive Director of the Africa Center for Energy Policy (ACEP) Ben Boakye has asked civil society organisations (CSOs) and Ghanaians, in general, to be vigilant and ensure that the ongoing programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) works for the people. To him, playing an effective watchdog role by CSOs will ensure that the […] The post IMF deal: Let’s be vigilant to
The Executive Director of the Africa Center for Energy Policy (ACEP) Ben Boakye has asked civil society organisations (CSOs) and Ghanaians, in general, to be vigilant and ensure that the ongoing programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) works for the people. To him, playing an effective watchdog role by CSOs will ensure that the […] The post IMF deal: Let’s be vigilant to ensure
Samuel Kweku Ocran Star Assurance Group, the parent company of Star Assurance, StarLife Assurance, Star Micro insurance, Star Health Insurance and Pensol Capital Trust, has appointed Samuel Kweku Ocran Read More... The post Star Assurance Group Has New CEO appeared first on
Executive Director of the African Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) Benjamin Boakye has observed that the award of large-scale contracts by the government presents a huge change to the country when it comes to corruption. He explained that sole-sourced contracts make it difficult to track efficiency in government spending and also value for money. Those […] The post Sole sourcing large
Nigeria has recovered 30bn naira ($24m; £19m) as part of an ongoing corruption probe into a suspended minister, the financial watchdog says. The funds were traced to more than 50 bank accounts, it said. Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation Minister Betta Edu was initially suspended in January over the alleged diversion of $640,000 of public […] The post Betta
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has revealed that he cautioned President Akufo-Addo against tampering with the Energy Sector Levy Act (ESLA), expressing concerns that such actions could lead Ghana back into the era of ‘dumsor,’ referring to the country’s previous power crisis. Mahama made this disclosure during a meeting with […] The post Dumsor:
The Director of Research at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), Dr John Kwakye, is wondering how the commercial banks are going to break even and increase lending to the private sector vis-a-vis the Bank of Ghana’s higher cash reserve requirement for commercial banks. To him, the higher cash reserve requirement for commercial banks. counterproductive […] The post How
In a fiery exchange of political rhetoric, the National Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Salam Mustapha, has launched scathing criticisms against the flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama. Mustapha’s remarks come in response to Mahama’s recent announcement to separate the Youth and Sports Ministry, aiming to address […] The post Bawumia
Ghana’s Youth and Sports Minister Mustapha Ussif has revealed that the country is well positioned to consider hosting the commonwealth games slated for 2026. As things stand now, the 2026 edition of the Commonwealth Games is in limbo, as original hosts Victoria in Australia have withdrawn its bid last year due to cost concerns. Malaysia […] The post Ghana is ready to host the
Ghana’s second programme review with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has entered its second week, with issues concerning tax efficiency and the avoidance of fiscal slippages in this election year dominating discussions. The IMF mission staff from Washington DC are currently in the country for a two-week assessment of the bailout package. The review also […] The post Election
Insurance Technology companies must develop innovative solutions to help address the challenges hampering insurance services delivery to expand insurance penetration and coverage, Acting Commissioner of Insurance, Mr Michael K. Andoh has stated. According to him, the difficulty in acquiring Police and Doctor’s report to claim insurance, accessing some remote parts of the country, affected insurance … The post ‘Develop
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has explained how money laundering is done and the consequences of engaging in such illegal acts. In its Financial Literacy document, the Central Bank explained that money laundering is the process whereby money obtained from unlawful activities such as drug trafficking and corruption is legitimized through complex transactions and processes […] The post Sudden
Ghana does not need the Special Drawing Rights (SDR) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for economic growth, an economist Dr John Kwakye has said. In the view of the Director of Research at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), Ghana can develop by relying on its natural resource wealth. “We don’t need any SDRs […] The post Economist
When a person provides his or her legitimately or illegitimately acquired funds or assets for terrorist activities or organizations the person will be financing terrorism, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has said. The central bank said financing of terrorism is a crime and is punishable by law therefore people should be careful they do not […] The post Becareful you do not
A fiscal report authored by Banking Consultant Dr Richmond Atuahene and Data and Research Analyst Isaac Kofi Agyei has painted a grim picture of Ghana’s banking sector, attributing it to the excessive subscription of government bonds. Titled ‘Thirsty Banks: Ghana’s 2023 Challenge with High Cash Reserve Ratios,’ the report highlights the prolonged maturity period of […] The post Many
Star Assurance Group, the parent company of Star Assurance, StarLife Assurance, StarMicroinsurance, StarHealth Insurance and Pensol Capital Trust, has appointed Samuel Kweku Ocran as its Group Chief Executive Officer. He takes over the leadership role from Mr. Kofi Duffuor, the former Chief Executive Officer, who has served the Star Assurance Group and its subsidiaries for […] The post
Joseph Boahen Aidoo A 64 Kilogram bag of cocoa has been increased from GH¢1,308 to GH¢2,070 for the 2023/2024 crop year starting from Friday, April 5, 2024. In a Read More... The post Cocoa Price Now GH¢2,070 appeared first on DailyGuide
Credit to the private sector by banks will continue to squeeze due to the Bank of Ghana’s high Credit Reserve Ratios (CRR). This is one of the key findings and conclusion of a research paper by banking consultant, Dr. Richmond Atuahene and data and research analyst, Isaac Kofi Agyei. The report titled ‘Thirsty Banks: Ghana’s […] The post BoG’s
A 27-year-old man, Masaudu Fuseini was on Thursday, April 28, 2024, remanded into prison custody for allegedly stealing cables belonging to the Electricity Company of Ghana Limited (ECG). A Koforidua Circuit Court, presided over by Miss Asare Anima, ordered Fuseini to replace the stolen cables, valued over GH¢9,000 and show proof of replacement on his second […] The post Man, 27, remanded for
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