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West Africa has experienced significant economic challenges over the past decade, with fluctuating GDP growth rates and numerous obstacles, including poverty, armed conflict, and population growth. The COVID-19 pandemic further exacerbated the region’s economic woes, leading to a sharp decline in GDP. Despite these hurdles, there is a glimmer of hope for the future, as … Read more
Ad Dynamo by Aleph, the exclusive media buying extension for major platforms in Africa, has announced the appointment of José Gonsalves as its new Managing Director for East Africa. With over 15 years of experience in the digital media industry, Gonsalves brings a wealth of expertise to his new role, overseeing the suite of platforms … Read more
The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Ghana has taken a significant step towards revolutionizing the broadcasting landscape in the country. With the commencement of its Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) trial in Accra and Kumasi, a new era in broadcasting has dawned. This technological advancement promises to bring a host of benefits, making radio broadcasting more … Read more
The Deputy Minister for Information, Hon. Fatimatu Abubakar, along with her Aid, Mr. Jamil Mohammed AbdulRahman, and Administrative Officer, Ms. Aisha Jibril, paid a courtesy call to the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) in Accra on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. The purpose of the visit was to familiarize herself with the CSA’s operations and its growth … Read more
The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) actively seeks self-regulatory status from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to streamline the regulatory framework for the commercial paper (CP) market and enhance investor confidence. GSE is preparing to launch the CP market later this year, aiming to align its regulations with global markets and foster a transparent and … Read more
Accordance with Ghana Interbank Forex Market Conduct rules leads to temporary suspension The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has recently reinstated the forex licenses of Fidelity Bank and First National Bank after temporarily suspending them for violating specific sections of the Ghana Interbank Forex Market Conduct rules. The Central Bank took this action as a measure … Read more
Cocoa, the essential raw material for chocolate-making, has witnessed an unprecedented surge in prices, reaching their highest levels in over 12 years. This comes just weeks after a 46-year high in London, as traders and chocolate producers grapple with constrained supplies. The benchmark cocoa contract at the Intercontinental Exchange in New York peaked at $3,429 … Read more
Ghana, a nation known for its rich history and cultural diversity, has been grappling with a significant increase in public debt. As of April 2023, the country’s public debt reached a staggering GHS 569.3 billion, witnessing a remarkable GHS 134.7 billion surge since January 2023. This article delves into the details of the current debt … Read more
The mid-year budget review presentation by Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has been a subject of debate and rescheduling in Ghana’s Parliament. Originally scheduled for July 25, 2023, the presentation has now been moved to July 27, 2023. This change has sparked concerns among members of Parliament, particularly regarding a development conference organized by the Church … Read more
Ghana’s decision to sign the Council of Europe Second Additional Protocol to the Convention on Cybercrime, known as the Budapest Convention, has been hailed as a crucial step in combating cybercrime, according to Albert Antwi-Boasiako, the Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA). The protocol equips law enforcement authorities with vital tools to protect Internet … Read more
