Ghana's overall inflation performance has improved, but the Government Statistician warns that food inflation rose to 3.3% year-on-year in May 2026 from 2.2% in April, with food prices jumping 2% in a single month—the fastest monthly increase in recent times. Tomato prices have surged nearly 39% in a month and are identified as a major driver of the food price shock.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's oldest and most enduring businesses will be recognised under a new national awards scheme that celebrates corporate longevity, resilience, and contributions to the country's economic development. The Ghana Platinum Excellence Awards, an initiative of Re-Focus Experience Ghana Limited, seeks to identify, celebrate, and learn from organisations that have survived decades of economic, political, and technological change.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Kasapreko PLC successfully concluded its Initial Public Offer, raising GH¢700 million from subscriptions worth approximately GH¢1.73 billion (146 percent oversubscribed). The beverage manufacturer's shares are scheduled to begin trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange on June 15 under the ticker symbol "KASA".
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's non-traditional export sector achieved a record US$5.006 billion in earnings in 2025, a 30.7 per cent increase from US$3.83 billion in 2024. Exporters were urged to sustain the compliance and innovation that drove this growth at a Ghana Shippers' Authority forum.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission convened a strategic meeting with the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Grid Company to review preparedness measures and align operational plans ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, establishing a monitoring framework to ensure reliable electricity supply during the tournament.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Yellow Card, a stablecoin-based infrastructure provider operating across over 50 markets, has been named to Fortune's inaugural Crypto Innovators list for advancing the global digital asset ecosystem through technology, infrastructure, security, and adoption.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Petroleum Authority has received a modern rest stop and park for tanker drivers at the BOST Kumasi Depot from ROCK AFRICA, intended to address concerns about drivers parking along roadsides when fatigued and improve road safety and working conditions in the petroleum haulage sector.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
GOIL PLC recorded net profit after tax of GH¢90.67 million in 2025, up from GH¢84.70 million in 2024, and has proposed a final dividend of GH¢23.5 million to shareholders despite challenging petroleum sector conditions.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Phoenix Insurance Company Limited has donated 10 high-end desktop computers valued at GH₵95,000 and accessories worth GH₵11,000 to the Surgical Department of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital to support healthcare delivery, teaching and research activities. The company's Managing Director said the donation marks the beginning of a broader partnership with the hospital.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Bank of Ghana's negative equity position has worsened to approximately GH₵94 billion as of 2025, driven by the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme, monetary policy operations, and exchange rate losses. An opinion piece questions whether the central bank should consider investing in digital assets as a strategy to manage this deficit, or whether such moves would exceed its mandate.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) is designed to address structural constraints in intra-African trade by enabling transactions in local currencies with near-instant settlement, reducing transaction costs and friction for businesses, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online argues that since telecommunications companies profit from every active SIM card through calls, data, and mobile money, the State should not bear the cost of SIM re-registration exercises when telecom operators are the primary beneficiaries.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
This year's flooding in Accra has submerged whole communities and disrupted businesses and livelihoods. According to the World Bank, approximately US$3.2 billion worth of economic assets in the Greater Accra Region are currently exposed to flood risk, with that figure projected to quadruple by 2050 without effective mitigation.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Kasapreko, a leading beverage manufacturer, successfully completed its IPO raising GH¢700,000,000 through issuance of 583,333,333 shares at GH¢1.20 per share. The offer attracted 18,781 applicants with subscriptions totalling GH¢1.73 billion, representing 146% oversubscription, and will list on the Ghana Stock Exchange on June 15th.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ing. Frederick Attakumah, Executive Vice President of Asante Gold Corporation, has been elected President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines at its 98th Annual General Meeting. He pledged to increase gold production, deepen local value creation, and strengthen sustainable mining practices through stakeholder collaboration.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, stated that the Ghana International Bank will become a leading financial bridge between Africa and international capital markets. The GHIB Board announced Chartered Accountant and Banker Ian Greenstreet as the new CEO, subject to regulatory approval, succeeding Dean Adansi who led the bank for eight years.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Water Limited has inaugurated the Board of Directors of G-Water Bottling Limited, its subsidiary established to manufacture, package and distribute bottled drinking water as part of GWL's strategy to diversify revenue streams and strengthen business operations. The company aims to transform G-Water into a recognised commercial brand, leveraging GWL's expertise in water production and quality assurance.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Fareed Arthur, Senior Technical Advisor on AfCFTA Implementation Committees, traces the continental free trade area to decades-long efforts following the OAU's 1963 establishment, with momentum accelerating after the global financial crisis as Africa sought to reduce external dependence and finance its own development.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's economy grew 6.4% in the first quarter of 2026, up from 6.2% in the same period last year, with strong performance in services, mining, and oil and gas. The analysis notes that while the growth is broad-based and resilient, services-led growth must be complemented by stronger industrial expansion and manufacturing for sustained development.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Leather and Footwear Manufacturers Association says more than 70 percent of footwear sold domestically between 2024 and 2025 was imported from China, with imports worth over US$40 million while local exports remained below US$1 million. The association alleges that cheap imports have wiped out over 30 percent of market share for locally made footwear over the past decade and forced many producers out of business, and accuses some importers of exploiting customs loopholes by declaring finished products as rubber waste to evade higher duties.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana's latest Treasury bill auction raised GH¢4.87 billion against a target of GH¢5.89 billion, representing a shortfall of approximately GH¢1.02 billion, though investor participation remained relatively strong, particularly for 91-day bills.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Uber is celebrating a decade of operations in Ghana, during which more than 200,000 driver-partners have earned through the platform across Accra, Kumasi, Cape Coast, and Takoradi, collectively earning hundreds of millions of dollars while facilitating over 1.18 billion kilometres of movement.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Global Media Alliance has officially launched the World PR Day Festival 2026, its sixth consecutive edition running from June to July with the theme "Reimagining PR." The festival will feature over 20 expert speakers and combine physical events with digital dialogues to address industry transformations in strategic communications.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
A temporary suspension of BOST's diesel margin, introduced to shield consumers from rising global fuel prices, could create monthly revenue shortfalls of nearly GH¢40 million if prolonged, raising concerns about the company's financial stability despite the intervention's immediate relief to households and businesses.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
AAK, in collaboration with the Embassy of Denmark in Ghana, has launched the AAK Academy in Ghana to strengthen innovation and technical expertise in chocolate, confectionery and other food applications, as part of its commitment to advancing Ghana's agro-processing sector and shea value chain.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana Cocoa Board is preparing a new tranche-based commercial paper programme ahead of the 2026/2027 cocoa season to reduce financing costs, broaden domestic participation, and lessen dependence on offshore borrowing. The programme targets pension funds, commercial banks, and other cocoa value-chain participants, replacing the traditional pre-export facilities that ranged between US$1 billion and US$1.5 billion annually but became unsustainable following Ghana's debt crisis and rising global interest rates.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is investigating whether Ryanair's policy of charging parents a fee (typically £8 each way) to sit next to their child on flights violates consumer law. Ryanair says the investigation is "bogus" and its family seating policy complies with all relevant laws, though the CMA noted other major airlines seat children with parents without charge.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
South Korea's Personal Information Protection Commission has issued a record fine of more than $400m against e-commerce platform Coupang over a data breach that exposed the personal data of more than 30 million customers, including names, contact details, delivery information, and order histories. The fine represents the largest ever issued by the commission for a data breach.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Kintampo Community Bank Plc's total income grew 20.14 percent to GH¢35.31 million in 2025, while total assets surged 41.71 percent to GH¢185.73 million and profit before tax increased 35.13 percent to GH¢13.9 million, driven by expansion in loans, deposits, and investments.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Three hundred young entrepreneurs in the MSME sector are being supported by the Sinapi Aba Mentorship Programme, which pairs them with experienced business owners to provide guidance and strategies for scaling sustainable ventures across trading, manufacturing and agriculture sectors.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Trade Minister Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare told the ECOWAS Ministers of Trade and Industry meeting that non-tariff barriers are the most stubborn obstacle to regional trade, imposing an estimated 15 to 20 percent cost increase on cross-border commerce and affecting traders, businesses, and consumers throughout West Africa.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
At the Africa Fintech Forum 2026 in Nairobi, a speaker highlighted how traditional banks and fintech solutions can work together across the continent. Sub-Saharan and North Africa have over 1.2 billion registered mobile money accounts and drive over $1.4 trillion in annual transaction volumes, forming a cornerstone of financial inclusion.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Motorists using the Tema Motorway Interchange have raised concerns after cracks appeared on sections of the recently asphalted road surface, particularly on the route towards Afienya-Akosombo. Road users have called on relevant agencies to investigate the cause and take corrective action before deterioration worsens.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture has directed Landing Beach Committees not to sell premix fuel above GH¢180 per yellow "Kufour gallon," warning that sanctions will be imposed on those who violate the directive. The minister stressed that the government's premix fuel subsidy was intended to support artisanal fishermen, not enrich middlemen or committee members.
11 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Deputy Minister for Transport Dorcas Affo-Toffey visited Meridian Port Services at Tema Port and praised the company's significant investments and modern technology, describing the facility as one of West Africa's most modern and well-equipped ports.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Municipal Chief Executive for Kwabre East has officially cut the sod for construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market at Mamponteng, designed to stimulate round-the-clock economic growth, create jobs, and boost household incomes. The multi-purpose facility will feature 250 shops, a Women's Bank, and auxiliary infrastructure including a police post, fire station, and healthcare clinic, with completion scheduled within three years.
11 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana Water Limited has inaugurated the Governing Council of the Ghana Water Institute, a subsidiary focused on water-sector training, research, consultancy and professional development in West Africa. The institute evolved from Ghana Water Training Schools established in 1965.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Electricity Company of Ghana will conduct maintenance exercises on Thursday, June 11, 2026, causing planned power outages in Accra East (9:00am–5:00pm) and Western Region (9:00am–4:00pm). Affected areas include West Trassaco, Salem Estates, Ayikuma, Doryumu, Akoon, Railway Quarters, and surrounding communities.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
MobileMoney Fintech LTD has released a white paper calling for stronger collaboration across Ghana's digital financial services sector to combat growing digital fraud threats. The paper, informed by a stakeholder forum, highlights the need for coordinated action among regulators, financial institutions, fintech companies, telecommunications operators, law enforcement and agent networks.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Customer Experience Professionals Ghana and KPMG have launched the 2026 Ghana Customer Experience Excellence Awards, following a successful first edition in 2025. Nominations open 8 June and close 31 August 2026, recognising excellence across customer-facing roles and sectors including banking, telecoms, insurance, public sector, health, and hospitality.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
UK-based Ghana International Bank's Chief Executive Officer Dean Adansi has been relieved of his duties by the Board, which is controlled by the Government of Ghana through the Bank of Ghana. Ian Owulakwao Greenstreet, an investment banker and financial risk management expert, has been named as his replacement, subject to regulatory approval.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's economy expanded by 6.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2026, up from 6.2 per cent a year earlier, largely driven by mining and quarrying and information and communication technology. The Ghana Statistical Service noted the acceleration was accompanied by a sharp easing of price pressures, with the GDP deflator declining from 23.9 per cent to 4.1 per cent.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's economy expanded 6.4 percent in Q1 2026, driven by services and mining sectors, according to Ghana Statistical Service provisional estimates. The growth rate slightly outpaced Q1 2025's 6.2 percent, supported by rising domestic demand and investment activity, while the GDP deflator fell sharply to 4.1 percent from 23.9 percent, signalling easing inflationary pressures.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Deputy Minister of Finance says the government will provide tax incentives to companies and investors who establish factories outside Accra as part of a strategy to decentralise industrial development and ensure equitable economic distribution across the country. The initiative aims to address the concentration of industries in the capital, which has contributed to rural–urban migration, congestion, and unequal development.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced that Belarusian manufacturers of mining equipment will visit Ghana next week following an agreement reached at the Ghana–Belarus Business Forum in Minsk. Mahama highlighted Ghana's investment appeal, citing access to 34 million domestic consumers and 1.3 billion people via the African Continental Free Trade Area, alongside infrastructure initiatives including a US$10 billion five-year Big Push Programme.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
At the 2026 European Lotteries Industry Days in Marrakesh, Morocco, Ghana's NLA Director-General Mohammed Abdul-Salam called on members of European Lotteries and the African Lotteries Association to intensify efforts against illegal gambling to protect economies and citizens from revenue losses. The conference, themed "Lotteries Bridging Continents," brought together over 200 participants to share best practices on responsible gaming, digital solutions, and strategies to combat illegal practices.
11 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
The Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly increased its internally generated revenue from GH¢14.7 million in 2023 to GH¢40 million in 2025, driven by reforms in revenue mobilisation including digitalisation of property rate collection and business permits. The municipality is positioning itself as an investment hub and using the increased revenue to fund major infrastructure projects including market redevelopment and sanitation services.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Head of Sales at EPAC Flexible Packaging West Africa has called for improved packaging solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises in Ghana, arguing that fit-for-purpose packaging is essential for products to reach consumers, compete in the marketplace, and help local brands stand out.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Embodied intelligence creates machines that perceive, learn, and interact with their environments through physical experience rather than pre-programmed instructions. The global robotics market, valued between US$50 billion and US$88 billion, is expected to expand significantly due to labour shortages and demand for automation.
11 June 2026 · Joy Online →