The Chamber of Cement Manufacturers Ghana (COCMAG), has expressed deep concern over the growing influx of imported bagged cement, particularly from Togo. According to the Chamber, the unregulated entry of these products poses a grave threat to the survival and competitiveness of Ghana’s local cement industry. In a formal communication to the Ministry of Trade, […]
By King Amoah Alhaji Musa Abubakari a prominent Kumasi businessman and Ashanti regional representative of Tamanaa Company Ltd, has issued a passionate call to the government to implement urgent measures that could safeguard local rice producers from collapsing under the weight of economic pressures. While commending the government’s broader agricultural initiatives Alhaji Abubakari highlighted a […]
Mahama inspecting parade in Singapore President John Dramani Mahama has become the first Ghanaian Head of State in history to be invited by a President of Singapore on a State Visit, a milestone that not only marked diplomatic history but also delivered substantial economic gains for Ghana. During the visit, President Mahama secured investment commitments […]
The Ghanaian cedi continues its downward slide against major international currencies, sparking renewed concerns about economic stability as the year progresses. Financial experts warn that the local currency could face further depreciation before year-end if urgent corrective measures are not taken. According To a report on Yen, In a recent interview, a leading currency analyst […]
News that MTN Group is facing an investigation by a US department of justice grand jury sent its shares tumbling 9% on Monday, overshadowing results showing it made a half-year profit following a loss a year earlier. The probe is into its conduct and that of its former subsidiary in Afghanistan and an Iranian cellphone […]
Ghana’s wealthiest women are not simply building businesses. They are rewriting the very definition of success, power, and ambition. These extraordinary individuals have risen to prominence in sectors traditionally dominated by men, including oil, finance, media, fashion, and technology. Their rise to the top has been fuelled by grit, innovation, and bold decision-making. From humble […]
Workers at the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) are once again in an uproar, demanding the immediate removal of their Director-General, Professor Amin Alhassan. The D-G, whose four-year term ended on October 1, 2023, has continued to occupy the top seat, defying both employee demands and official directives. The GBC Divisional Union of the Public Services […]
By William Narh President John Dramani Mahama has announced the establishment of 11 new Farmer Service Centres as part of a nationwide initiative to modernise agriculture and improve access for smallholder farmers. The focus on mechanisation, according to the president, is part of a broader strategy to strengthen agribusiness, boost productivity, and support Ghana’s 24-hour […]
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has issued a stern warning to holders of 962 small-scale mining licenses found to contain serious irregularities, stating they risk having their permits revoked within two weeks if corrective measures are not taken. This development follows a review conducted by a special committee established to […]
