By Adnan Adams Mohammed The global economy is effectively financing its own demise, according to a staggering new report by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). Published two days ago, …
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Economy and Finance
SEC pledges ironclad protection for investors in new ‘Green Bond’ era
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed As Ghana prepares to open a new chapter in its capital market history, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is moving swiftly to ensure that the …
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Economy and Finance
BoG tightens noose on financial leadership: annual ‘Fit and Proper’ tests now mandatory
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed In a significant move to fortify the integrity of Ghana’s financial sector, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a directive requiring all financial institutions to …
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Economy and Finance
Ghana looks to Australia as it plans 24-hour economy
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsGhana says it is drawing lessons from Australia as it moves ahead with plans to introduce a 24-hour economy, aimed at boosting productivity through multi-shift labour systems. The Minister for …
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Economy and Finance
Cedi’s Rollercoaster: From Africa’s 2025 champion to a shaky 2026 start
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed Two days ago, the nation was celebrating a historic milestone of the Ghana Cedi as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) officially crowned the Cedi as Africa’s …
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Economy and Finance
BoG slashes policy rate to 15.5% as inflation plummets
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed In a bold move signaling high confidence in the country’s macroeconomic recovery, the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reduced the …
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Economy and Finance
ADB top mgt tour local beverage facility …deepen commitment to SMEs partnership
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed Agricultural Development Bank’s (ADB) top management have toured the production facility of a strategic partner, a beverages and mineral water company at Oyarifa. The visit was …
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Economy and Finance
GCB bolsters anti-fraud defenses amid new legal action
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsGCB Bank, Ghana’s largest indigenous financial institution, has issued a firm reaffirmation of its commitment to safeguarding customer funds following the emergence of an alleged ATM-related fraud case currently pending …
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Economy and Finance
IMF worried of Eurobonds obsession …says domestic borrowing often safer
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsThe Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Abebe Aemro Selassie, has raised concerns about the hype and excitement often surrounding governments’ issuance of Eurobonds, cautioning …
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Economy and Finance
Insurance and Importers Clash Over Mandatory Cargo Policy
by Adnan Adamsby Adnan AdamsBy Adnan Adams Mohammed A major policy shift in Ghana’s trade sector has sparked a heated debate between the insurance industry and the donor community. Beginning February 1, 2026, all …