Withdraw the cement price regulation and pursue competition and fair - trade practices bill -CUTS urges Trade Minister

Producer price inflation rose to 4.8 percent in September 2026 from 4.4 percent in August, driven by accelerating price pressures in mining and manufacturing although the pace of monthly increases slowed, according to Ghana Statistical Service (GSS).

High operating costs, low occupancy rates and unreliable water supply are squeezing profitability in Ghana’s hotel industry, limiting operators’ capacity to expand facilities, upgrade services and offer more affordable accommodation.

The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) is urging government to develop a structured repayment plan for the US$620.54million owed by Ghana National Gas Limited Company (GNGLC) to Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC).

The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) has signed a US$28billion investment agreement with an international consortium led by Global Sphere to develop the second lot of Ghana’s petroleum and petrochemical hub project at Jomoro in Western Region, with construction expected to begin first quarter-2027.

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is training financial journalists on monetary policy, foreign exchange market developments and inflation dynamics as it seeks to improve public understanding of central bank decisions and their implications for the economy.

Indomie Yi Wo De3 National Consumer Promo, Ghana’s first ever celebrity led promo has been launched by De United Foods Industries Limited, DUFIL.

The Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) and Vista Group Holding SA (VGH SA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to expand access to affordable housing finance across West Africa, marking a strategic partnership to mobilise long-term capital and strengthen support for housing developers in the region.