AFRICA BUSINESS WITH SETH KRAMPAH: Afreximbank issues USD$29m guarantee to boost EAC customs bond

Northern-Savanna Crops & Tubers Ltd and Complete Farmer Ltd have signed a strategic partnership to organically cultivate and export more than 500 acres of white sesame to international markets, marking a significant step in Ghana’s ambition to build a more sustainable, community-inclusive and export-oriented agricultural sector.

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has commenced the pilot phase of its new Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-enabled number plate as part of measures to strengthen vehicle identification, enhance security and modernise Ghana’s vehicle registration system.

The country’s attempt to replace its two-decade-old mining law faces an early legitimacy test, as mining-affected communities and civil society groups question the pace of reform and flag inadequate consultation on legislation that could reshape how mineral resources are managed.

Reflecting on this year’s World Patient Safety Day, the SafeCare Country Director of PharmAccess, Bonifacia Benefo Agyei linked quality standards, outcome-based care, digital continuity and facility financing to a single test: whether people living with non-communicable diseases are measurably safer a year from now.

Ghana is seeking stronger regional cooperation and sustainable financing mechanisms to keep children in school when conflicts, natural disasters and other emergencies disrupt education systems.

AfroQuality, a multi-country physical retail and distribution platform dedicated to showcasing authentic, high-quality African brands, has officially opened its flagship store in Accra on Friday, September 25, 2026. The opening marks a landmark moment for Pan-African retail, culture and cross-border trade.

MTN Ghana has taken its 30th anniversary celebrations to the streets of Accra with a customer appreciation float involving management and staff from across its operations.

The Bank of Ghana will introduce a new series of banknotes in November, replacing the current designs with upgraded notes featuring enhanced security and durability features as the central bank seeks to strengthen currency integrity and improve cash management.