By Toma Imirhe The decision of the Government of Ghana, passed into law a fortnight ago, to scrap minimum capital requirements for foreign investors in most sectors is already reshaping …
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Ghana’s crucial but complicated IMF exit strategy
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Toma Imirhe As Ghana approaches the rescheduled conclusion of its three-year Extended Credit Facility (ECF) programme with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on August 16, 2026, policymakers are shifting …
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GRA cracks down on ‘shadow’ imports and ‘right-hand drive’ infiltration to save billions
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Mariam Aminu In a dual-pronged offensive to protect the national economy and ensure road safety, the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced a major tightening of controls at the …
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ADB clinches ‘Top 3’ spot in industry liquidity rankings
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed As the Ghanaian banking landscape pivots from defensive survival to strategic expansion in early 2026, the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC has carved out a dominant …
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Ghana’s economic recovery teeters on a 2026 tightrope
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed Ghana’s economy is currently operating in two speeds: a blistering start to the year that is now cooling into a more sustainable, albeit cautious, recovery. As …
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Bank posts impressive performance in 2025 amid DDEP remnant
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed The Ghanaian banking sector has transitioned from the turbulent waters of the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) into an era of unprecedented prosperity. Financial statements for …
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ECOWAS Bank defies global turmoil with strong growth as Dr. Ato Forson calls for capital reinforcement
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed The ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) has reported a remarkably resilient financial performance despite a volatile global economic landscape, prompting calls for member states …
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DVLA set for major expansion as it commissions 5 new ‘Ultra-Modern Centres’
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan Adams By Adnan Adams Mohammed In a significant move to decentralize its operations and enhance service delivery, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced the upcoming commissioning …
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Ghana eyes US$985m oil windfall in 2026 amid 6-year production slump
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed Ghana’s petroleum sector is approaching a critical crossroads as new financial projections clash with a worrying downward trend in physical output. According to the latest data …
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US$434m oil revenue injected into ‘Big Push’ road projects …as Engineering Council demands independent audit
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) has disclosed that approximately $434 million in oil revenue has been allocated to the government’s ambitious “Big Push” infrastructure …