Nurture Nature Foundation calls for long-term water mobility vision for climate-ready Accra

The Nurture Nature Foundation is calling for a long-term national conversation on how selected rivers, lagoons, canals,

Open letter to the chairperson and members of the constitution review implementation committee

Dear Madam Chairperson and Members,

The silent killer of tax compliance

It is an unspoken tension that characterizes every budget reading, every policy adjustment, and every encounter with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).

The pillars were never forgotten gold

When I was a boy, my late father, an underground miner who spent much of his working life in the tunnels beneath Tarkwa would sometimes explain to me the strange, patient discipline of his trade. Miners, he said, did not take every ounce of gold they found.

Policy consistency needed to boost oil, gas sector – Deloitte

Energy, Resources and Industrials Lead at Deloitte Ghana, Gideon Ayi-Owoo, has made a strong case for the government to ensure policy certainty within the energy sector.

Poor BECE results are the symptom, weak foundation is the disease we need to cure.

Last month, WAEC released the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) results, with over 50,000 learners failing in English and Mathematics.

When cocoa prices fall, farmers shouldn’t have to bear the cost

A day before I was elected Chair of the Fairtrade Africa Board, I sat in a room in Accra with cocoa farmers, leaders of cocoa cooperative, traders, policymakers and other stakeholders in the cocoa space,

Involve youth in planning, implementation for resilient development  -expert

The country must move beyond consulting young people on development plans and involve them in their planning, implementation, monitoring and evaluation to build safer, more inclusive and resilient cities, a planning expert has said.

The Business of Being Human with Selassie Tettey: We were taught to compete, but who taught us to collaborate?

There is something interesting about growing up in Ghana. From childhood, many of us are introduced to competition before we fully understand collaboration.

MTN's banking licence bid (3)

It is no coincidence that MTN's digital banking push and the Bank of Ghana's rollout of Non-Interest Banking (NIB) were announced in the same month: January 2026. The two events are structurally linked.

Hollard Life Assurance appoints Sosthenes Konutsey as Managing Director

Hollard Life Assurance Ghana, a subsidiary of Hollard Ghana, has appointed Sosthenes K. Konutsey as its new Managing Director, bringing more than two decades of experience across insurance, banking, pensions and digital health to the leadership of the life insurance business.

The procurement laws no contractor can negotiate away

Every significant public infrastructure contract in Ghana contains a governing law clause.

Build your investment portfolio the way you build your fashion portfolio

Nobody buys clothes by asking one question: "Which item gives me the most wear per cedi?" You don't measure a wedding suit and a pair of running shoes on the same yardstick, then buy whichever one wins.

Anidaso Mutual Fund boosts shareholder value as assets surge 48% in 2025

Anidaso Mutual Fund  has recorded an impressive performance in all of its financial indicators in the hear 2025 under review.

Editorial: Tenets of good corporate governance

The Chartered Institute of Restructuring and Insolvency Professionals (CIRIP) has identified poor corporate governance and delays in seeking professional intervention as major factors driving businesses into financial distress.

West Africa seeks stronger tax administration as revenue lags growth

West African tax authorities are seeking stronger domestic revenue mobilisation as tax collections struggle to keep pace with economic growth, putting renewed focus on compliance, digitalisation and cross-border cooperation.

Goldsyn Group sets new benchmark for urban living with City Vallanza

Goldsyn Group has officially unveiled City Vallanza, a 46-villa residential development introducing a new urban villa concept to Ghana's luxury housing market,

Editorial: Increasing tax-to-GDP ratio

As government intensifies tax reforms, it  is targetting an increase in its non-oil tax-to-GDP ratio of between 18 and 20 percent by 2027.

Gov’t targets 18–20% tax-to-GDP ratio by 2027

Ghana is targetting an increase in its non-oil tax-to-GDP ratio of between 18 and 20 percent by 2027, as government steps up efforts to broaden the tax base, improve compliance and strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation.

Mining leads producer inflation rise to 4.4% in August

Producer price inflation rose to 4.4 percent in August 2026, from 4 percent in July, with the Mining and Quarrying sector recording the largest contribution to the overall rate.

Double-track linked to lower SHS quality — IEA poll

A majority of Ghanaians believe the Double-Track System has contributed to a decline in the quality of Senior High School (SHS) education

TOR MD urges engineering curricula to address industrial problems

Edmond Kombat, Managing Director of Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), has called for engineering education and technical skills development to be placed at the centre of national development policy,

Indo-Ghana invests in liquid oxygen technology to transform medical gas supply

Indo-Ghana Industries Limited is positioning Ghana to become a regional hub for liquid oxygen production and exports, as the company rolls out locally manufactured medical oxygen

Prof. Boateng to address Africa’s largest supply chain and industrialisation professional gathering

Ing. Prof. Douglas Boateng is set to deliver a keynote address at what is expected to be the largest professional gathering on supply chain and industrialisation ever assembled on the African continent,

GTA CEO honoured

Maame Efua Houadjeto (Mrs.), Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has been honored at the 7th Africa Brain Bank Annual Summit and Awards.

Africa moves to strengthen parliamentary checks before gov’ts borrow

African countries are being urged to strengthen parliamentary scrutiny of government borrowing before new debt is contracted, as the continent seeks to shift from managing debt crises to preventing unsustainable borrowing in the first place.

Active Executive Sponsorship: Ghana’s missing link in project delivery

Ghana’s project-delivery difficulties are often blamed on funding gaps, procurement bottlenecks, weak technical capacity, or poor contractor performance.

The new credit economy: Growth through discipline

Ghana’s economy is entering a new phase of opportunity. Stronger economic growth, declining inflation, improved financial conditions and a more resilient banking sector are creating a favourable environment for businesses, households and investors.

Real Etate Minute with Cyril Nii Ayitey TETTEH: Will  reduced 8.4% mortgage rate put homeownership within reach of  average person?

There was understandable excitement when the National Homeownership Fund (NHF), in partnership with participating banks, announced the resumption of mortgage lending at an interest rate of 8.4%.

Digital Innovation Awards celebrate 15 years of driving Africa’s digital transformation

The Digital Innovation Awards (DIA) will celebrate its 15th edition on Thursday, 15th October 2026, bringing together leading technology companies, innovators, digital leaders and policymakers to recognise the people and organisations shaping Africa’s digital future.

Property advisory series By Lumen Advisory: Can we build? Or should we build?

I have recently followed with interest the concerns expressed by the Mayor of Tema, Madam Ebi Bright, about buildings and structures being erected in ways that interfere with critical urban infrastructure.

Chief of Staff to open APSCA 2026

The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, is expected to officially declare open the 7th Africa Public Sector Conference (APSCA 2026), as Ghana prepares to welcome senior government leaders, policymakers, public-sector executives and business leaders from across Africa.

Zonda commissions third assembly plant, eying annual output of 3,000 units

Zonda Tec has launched the phase III of its vehicle assembly plants in Ghana, significantly increasing annual production output to 3,000 vehicle units, aiming for the unified regional market under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement.

From workshop to world stage

When a young welder in Accra picks up a torch today, the standard she is being trained to meet increasingly extends beyond Ghana. It is measured against benchmarks used in industrial workplaces across the world.

How Africa Media Ad Sales Innovation started in Ghana

Every industry reaches a point when established ways of doing business are challenged by changing market conditions, technology and consumer behaviour.

Orchestrating national wealth (4)

Comprehensive Fees and Revenue Structure for GMCxA A credible, transparent, published fee schedule is both a governance safeguard and the foundation of GMCxA's own financial sustainability. The structure below is designed to be broadly comparable to GOLDBOD's existing non-tax revenue lines (aggregation service charges, assay fees, licence fees) while extending the base across all four GMCx sectors.

Leadership with heart: The missing cure for workplace stress

Workplace stress has quietly become one of the biggest challenges facing organisations in Ghana. Whether in banking halls, corporate offices or small businesses, many employees are feeling the weight of long hours, intense customer demands and rising performance expectations. This growing pressure is taking a toll not only on productivity, but on the physical and emotional wellbeing of workers across the country.

Governance beyond compliance

As businesses grow, governance must grow with them. Sustainable institutions are built when strong leadership is converted into strong systems, accountable decision-making and institutional memory.

IFC backs poultry, pharma indigenisation drive

The International Finance Corporation (IFC) is backing a broader push to indigenise production in the country, with poultry and pharmaceuticals emerging as priority sectors following talks between the Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, and IFC Managing Director Makhtar Diop.

Africa must strengthen partnerships to capture more cashew value – Agric Minister

The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has called for stronger collaboration among governments, farmers, processors, investors, researchers, financial institutions and development partners to enable Africa to capture more value from its cashew industry.

Ghana passport ranks 13th in Africa

Ghana’s passport ranks 13th among 54 African countries, with holders able to access 71.7 percent of destinations on the continent without obtaining a visa in advance, according to the latest Passport Reports data.

David Adadevoh appointed Editor of the Ghanaian Times

Mr. David Adadevoh has been appointed Editor of the Ghanaian Times, effective today, bringing to the position more than 18 years of experience in journalism, newsroom management, communications and coverage of major national events.

Eni’s renewed interest signals upstream investment turnaround - PIAC

The renewed interest by Italian energy giant Eni in the upstream sector signals a possible turnaround of the country’s fortunes as an investment destination, the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) has said.

SSNIT targets 90% compliance

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) is targeting a 90 percent employer and employee compliance rate as it intensifies engagement with businesses and expands services aimed at delivering greater value to contributors.

Why we must ally with francophone Africa

Across the African continent, invisible walls limit our shared prosperity. These are not merely physical infrastructure, but a double-barreled disconnect: on one side, payment systems that cannot talk to each other.

GSE rings the bell for National Investment Quiz 2026

The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE), in partnership with the Young Investors Network (YIN) and the Central Securities Depository (CSD), has launched the 2026 National Investment Quiz to promote financial literacy and investment education among Senior High School students.

GTP pays homage to Asantehemaa

Tex Styles Ghana Ltd, manufacturers of GTP and Woodin African textiles, last Friday 11th September paid a courtesy visit to Her Majesty, the newly enstooled Asantehemaa of the Asante Kingdom, Nana Yaa Akyaa II,

Embrace Artificial Intelligence: Moses Baiden urges legal practitioners

CEO of Margins ID Group, Mr Moses Baiden, has urged Ghanaian lawyers to embrace artificial intelligence(AI).

The Attitude Lounge with Kodwo Brumpon: The leadership secret

“Now grant me wisdom and knowledge, so that I may lead this people. For who is able to govern this great people of Yours,” the young King Solomon asked God at the beginning of his reign. His question remains the shrewdest in leadership.

Embrace Artificial Intelligence – Moses Baiden urges legal practitioners

Coronation Insurance Ghana Limited has appointed Bridget Puorideme as Acting Head of Sales and Distribution, effective 1st September 2026.