Accra, Ghana – The African Development Bank (AfDB) has thrown its full weight behind Ghana’s flagship 24-Hour Economy initiative, pledging technical, financial, and policy support to accelerate the country’s economic …
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Fitch Upgrades Ghana’s Credit Rating After Debt Restructuring Progress
Global credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has upgraded Ghana’s long-term foreign currency rating to “B-” from “restricted default” (RD), saying the West African country has made strong progress in resolving …
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The Government of Ghana has begun an emergency evacuation of its citizens from the Islamic Republic of Iran, following a sharp escalation in hostilities between Iran and Israel. The move …
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Mahama Orders Military Escort for Bawku Vehicles Amid Security Push
President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ghana Armed Forces to provide armed security escorts for all vehicles travelling through the Bawku area, in a major move aimed at strengthening …
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Ghana Validates First National E-Commerce Strategy
Ghana has taken a major step towards digital transformation by validating its first-ever National E-Commerce Strategy, aimed at boosting online trade, empowering small businesses, and supporting inclusive economic development across …
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Ghana Pushes Ahead with Electric Vehicle Production Plans
Ghana is positioning itself as a key player in Africa’s green transportation revolution, as the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition reaffirms its commitment to assembling combustion engine vehicles and …
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Climate Change Deepens Ghana’s Farming Crisis, Fuels Poverty and Migration
The impact of climate change is becoming more severe across Ghana, especially in the farming communities that rely on predictable weather patterns for survival. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and prolonged …
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Ghana’s Economy Expands by 5.3% in Q1, Driven by Services and Agriculture.
Ghana’s economy is showing strong signs of recovery, with growth picking up speed in the first quarter of 2025. According to figures released on Wednesday by the Ghana Statistical Service …
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Ghana’s Pension Fund Reform Targets Innovation.
In a bold and strategic move, the government of Ghana has directed all pension funds in the country to invest at least 5% of their assets into local venture capital …
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Africa’s Publishing Industry Rises as Nigerian Authors and Publishers Lead the Way
Africa’s publishing industry is currently undergoing a major shift as local authors and publishers continue to break new ground and reshape the literary space across the continent. In Nigeria, a …