Economy

Rev Minister urges government to recover stolen funds for economic development

Reverend Jocub Kweku Baah, the founder and leader of the Church of Gethsemane in Kumasi, has called on the government of President John Dramani Mahama to intensify efforts to recover alleged stolen state funds from corrupt officials. The pastor believes that these funds are crucial for bolstering the country’s economy. Speaking to the correspondent in […]

Economy

Ashanti chief urges Operation Retrieve All Loot to intensity efforts to support Mahama’s Reset Ghana Agenda

By King Amoah, Kumasi Nana Yiadom Atonsa II, Chief of Denanse and Atenehene to Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has lauded the efforts of the “Operation Recover All Loot” (ORAL) team led by Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu Constituency, and urged them to redouble their efforts in retrieving stolen state […]

Economy

Dollar depreciation dampens hopes in Ghana, citizens question Mahama administration

By King Amoah, Kumasi Just months after the government touted the Ghana cedi’s success in competing with the US dollar, a sharp reversal has sparked widespread concern and criticism of President Mahama’s administration. The initial appreciation was welcomed as a positive step towards economic reform, silencing many who had been bearing the brunt of rising […]

Economy

Ashanti Npp critizes Mahama’s administration, citing fuel and electricity hikes

The Ashanti Regional Communication Director of the New Patriotic Ashanti NPP Criticizes Mahama’s Administration, Citing Fuel and Electricity Price Hikes Kumasi, Ghana – The Ashanti Regional Communication Director of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr. Paul Kwabena Yandoh, has strongly criticized the National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration led by President John Dramani Mahama, accusing them […]

Economy

A 14.7% increase in electricity and 1% per liter in fuel increase all in five months period under Mahama’s administration

The introduction of a midnight kalabule tax by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is a stark departure from their previous commitment to refrain from introducing new taxes. This move, driven by their majority in Parliament, raises concerns about the erosion of fiscal responsibility and the potential for increased taxation burden on citizens. Despite the lack […]

Economy

Kwadaso Mce pledges to complete unfinished projects and usher in open administration

The newly elected Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Kumasi Kwadaso, Hon. Eric Asibey, has vowed to prioritize the completion of all uncompleted projects left by his predecessor, Mr. Obeng, while fostering an open and collaborative administration. In an interview with yen.com.gh, Hon. Asibey emphasized his commitment to making the Kwadaso Municipal Assembly one of the […]

Economy

Mahama’s government economic policies boost cedi performance – Sammy Gyamfi

Lawyer Sammy Gyamfi, Acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, has attributed the Ghanaian cedi’s 16.7% appreciation between January and May 2025 to strategic policy interventions by the Mahama-led government. He cited a mix of tight monetary policy, fiscal discipline, and strong foreign exchange inflows as key drivers of the cedi’s strength. Lawyer Gyamfi praised […]

Economy

Angels of God can’t reset Ghana without a change in mindset – says Otumfuo’s Atenehene

Denanse Chief Nana Boakye Yiadom Atonsa II, also the Atenehene of the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has voiced his deep concern over Ghana’s struggling economy, attributing its woes to deep-rooted antisocial vices l In an exclusive interview with correspondent q, he emphasized that even John Dramani Mahama’s ambitious “Reset Ghana Agenda Policy” will be […]

Economy

Dr Ato Baah Forson Ghanaians to stay hopeful amidst economic challenges.

In a heartfelt message to the nation, Finance Minister Dr. Ato Baah Forson has expressed his unwavering confidence in the resilience and determination of the Masses. Amidst the current economic challenges, Dr. Forson assured Ghanaians that the government is steadfast in its commitment to fostering an environment that promotes growth, stability, and opportunity for all. […]