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MTN Ghana concluded its sixth SME Business Clinic in Greater Accra, bringing together over 200 entrepreneurs to provide practical tools, knowledge and partnerships for digital transformation, access to finance and market expansion. The two-day programme focused on developing effective marketing strategies for domestic and global business advantage.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana concluded its sixth SME Business Clinic in Greater Accra, bringing together over 200 entrepreneurs to provide practical tools, knowledge and partnerships for digital transformation, access to finance and market expansion. The two-day programme focused on developing effective marketing strategies for domestic and global business advantage.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
Aliko Dangote has launched Africa's largest initial public offering, offering roughly 3% of his oil refinery to the public in a deal that could raise $2.1bn. The refinery, which started production in 2024, supplies more than 70% of Nigeria's energy consumption, and the IPO runs for a month with a minimum purchase of 10 shares costing about $4.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's MSMEs, which account for over 90% of all businesses and contribute about 70% of GDP, face a 50% failure rate, partly due to severe underinvestment in human capital. The article argues that rethinking training and human capital investment is a strategic necessity for MSME survival.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
CANAL+ and LaLiga have signed a strategic partnership to combat sports content piracy across nearly 50 countries spanning Europe, Sub-Saharan Africa and Haiti, combining their technology and enforcement capabilities to disrupt illegal distribution networks.
5 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Ghana Armed Forces formally handed over a 175.6-kilometre right-of-way to the government for the construction of the proposed 198.7-kilometre Accra-Kumasi Expressway. President Mahama said the new alignment would cut the distance between Accra and Kumasi by nearly 70 kilometres compared with the existing highway and reserve space for a future railway line.
7 hours ago · Joy Online →
A government-owned company established in 2025 will operate and maintain the Accra-Kumasi Expressway for 50 years, using toll revenue to recover construction and maintenance costs over the concession period, according to the company's CEO.
7 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Accra-Kumasi Expressway will be operated as a commercial asset by the government-established Accra-Kumasi Expressway Limited to recover taxpayers' investment within the concession period. The special-purpose company will oversee development, design, construction, and maintenance of the expressway, with the Ghana Armed Forces having completed clearance of the right of way.
7 hours ago · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced that space has been reserved in the design of the Accra-Kumasi Expressway to accommodate a future railway line between the two cities. The government also plans to develop a financing plan to revitalize the country's railway system as part of a broader vision to improve transportation networks for goods and passengers across Ghana.
7 hours ago · Joy Online →
The CEO of Accra-Kumasi Expressway Limited says construction is expected to begin in January 2027, following completion of right-of-way clearance by the Ghana Armed Forces. President Mahama is expected to cut the sod before Christmas, with the project now in the procurement phase and designs already completed.
7 hours ago · Joy Online →
Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza has cautioned contractors and stakeholders that the government will demand strict adherence to quality, value for money and timely delivery on the 198.7-kilometre Accra-Kumasi Expressway, which he said must be built to international standards as a long-term national asset.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
A year after shifting production and sourcing out of China to avoid U.S. tariffs, some companies are bringing manufacturing back, finding that China's factory ecosystem—including its skilled labour, supplier networks, and reliable power—is difficult to replicate elsewhere. While "China plus one" strategies continue in Southeast Asia, some buyers are restoring Chinese suppliers after foreign operations encountered problems.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has assured that the government will not borrow to finance the construction of the 198.7-kilometre Accra-Kumasi Expressway, with all required funding to be available by December 2026 through domestic resource mobilisation. The project is expected to reduce travel time and transport costs, improve road safety, and ease pressure on existing road networks.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
Abu Dhabi's Etihad Airways said its passenger-carrying capacity is running 15 to 17% above year-earlier levels as Gulf carriers rebound from Iran war disruption, with strong demand expected heading into the winter travel season and load factor at 92% in August.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers has urged government to establish a strategic petroleum reserve as a more sustainable alternative to repeatedly cutting taxes when fuel prices rise, arguing that building a structured system to reserve products during low-price periods would provide a more reliable buffer for the economy and consumers than relying on tax interventions.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Ghana Armed Forces has formally handed over a 175.6-kilometre right-of-way to the government for construction of the proposed Accra-Kumasi Expressway. The six-lane project will cut the distance between the two cities by nearly 70 kilometres and reduce travel time to about two hours at 100km per hour, compared with five to six hours on the existing highway.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced that $2 billion in taxpayer funds has been placed in a dedicated Bank of Ghana account to finance the Accra-Kumasi Expressway construction without external borrowing. The Finance Minister assured that the full amount will be available by December 31, 2026, with the 175.6-kilometre cleared right-of-way handed over on September 14.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
President Mahama has announced that the 48 Engineer Regiment of the Ghana Armed Forces will serve as a major sub-contractor on the Accra-Kumasi Expressway construction. The Regiment is also directed to clear the right-of-way for the proposed New Accra Orbital, as government expands military engineering units' role in major infrastructure projects.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote launched a public share offering of his oil refinery targeting $2.1 billion, offering roughly 3% as a "people's IPO" to ordinary Nigerians. Retail investors will pay a higher price than institutional investors who bought 6% in a July private placement for $2.5 billion at a lower valuation.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
The government has published an Expression of Interest for prequalification to select a contractor for the 198.7-kilometre six-lane Accra-Kumasi Expressway, with selection expected within four weeks and contract award before end of 2026. The project aims to reduce travel time between Accra and Kumasi from five to six hours to about two hours.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
ALX Enterprise's Partnerships Manager said Ghanaian workers and businesses should move beyond merely learning about AI and instead focus on using the technology to improve productivity and deliver better results, given the rapid pace of technological development.
11 hours ago · Joy Online →
COPEC projects petrol to rise to GH¢16.26 per litre (up 4.24 percent from GH¢15.60) and diesel to GH¢19.07 per litre (up 10.23 percent from GH¢17.30) from September 16, 2026, citing increases in international crude oil prices from $89.30 to $103.07 per barrel.
11 hours ago · Daily Guide →
Ericsson marked 30 years of operations in Ghana coinciding with its 150th global anniversary, highlighting its role in the country's digital transformation including introducing Ghana's first commercial GSM network and subsequent 3G, 4G, and rural connectivity solutions.
11 hours ago · Daily Guide →
ALX Partnership Manager Edward Akani has urged businesses to adopt artificial intelligence early to avoid losing market opportunities, saying companies that delay adoption often end up losing market opportunities. He cautioned that businesses should not rush into AI adoption without first establishing the right systems and processes to support its effective use, and recommended a gradual approach moving from foundation-building to adoption and eventual scaling.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
ALX Enterprise's Regional Director says companies should combine AI tools with human intelligence and proper employee training rather than viewing AI primarily as a job threat. Success in AI adoption depends not just on purchasing tools like ChatGPT, but on market understanding and complementing human capabilities, he argued.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
The International Finance Corporation's Managing Director Makhtar Diop will visit Ghana from September 15–17, 2026, to engage government and business leaders on mobilising greater private investment to support Ghana's development priorities, strengthen businesses and create jobs. Discussions will focus on agribusiness, education, youth employment, access to finance, industrial development, renewable energy and the creative economy.
13 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana Stock Exchange activity surged last week with 34.59 million shares traded, up 130.2% from the previous week, and transaction value rising 77.8% to GH¢165.94 million. Despite the increase in trading liquidity, benchmark indices declined and market capitalisation fell 1.52%.
13 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation has awarded scholarships to 150 tertiary students, including 86 females, each receiving GH¢10,500 annually (GH¢9,500 for fees and accommodation plus GH¢1,000 stipend) for four years of tertiary education.
14 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Bawa Rock Limited, a gold trading company in Obuasi, has donated GH¢1.5 million, 65 industrial sewing machines and 110 Butterfly-branded sewing machines to victims of a fire that destroyed the Obuasi Town Hall building. The funds and machines will be distributed among apprentices, Master Craft Persons, and owners of shops that lost goods in the fire.
15 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Sege Community Co-operative Credit Union Limited (SECCCUL) has opened a new branch in Ashaiman offering 24-hour financial services to customers, citing the town's improved security and large population of three-shift workers. The branch is SECCCUL's seventh location and will serve customers from surrounding communities.
15 hours ago · The Chronicle →
The Development Bank Ghana, established in 2020, has disbursed more than GH¢2.5 billion to nearly 1,000 businesses, with over 60 per cent directed to women-led and women-owned enterprises and more than half channelled into agribusiness, agriculture and manufacturing.
15 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Senior Presidential Advisor Joyce Bawah Mogtari said improved road infrastructure can create more sustainable employment opportunities for Ghana's youth, citing the Kumasi Expressway project as an example that would strengthen connectivity between Accra, the Ashanti Region and other parts of the country.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
Senior Presidential Advisor Joyce Bawah Mogtari says the Kumasi Expressway will significantly reduce travel time between Accra and the Ashanti Region while improving connectivity, reducing congestion, lowering transportation costs, and stimulating economic growth.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
GOIL Group CEO Edward Bawa says the company is studying various scenarios and may be able to prevent fuel price increases at the pumps despite crude oil hitting $100 per barrel, though the company must also cover its costs and will announce its decision by 16 September.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
Fitch Solutions has upgraded its forecast for Ghana's 2026 current account surplus to 7.8% of GDP, citing stronger-than-expected trade performance in the first half of the year, with a US$4.3 billion merchandise trade surplus driven by robust gold exports and increased crude oil shipments.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
President Mahama is to formally receive a 175.6-kilometre cleared right-of-way for the Accra-Kumasi Expressway on September 14, marking a key milestone towards construction. The cleared corridor, prepared by the Ghana Armed Forces for the 198.7-kilometre expressway project, will enable the space required for construction, operation, maintenance and possible future expansion of the highway.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
President Mahama is scheduled to cut the sod on Tuesday for the US$1.3 billion Sentuo Airport Garden City development in Accra, a mixed-use project featuring residential apartments, a hotel, conference facility, healthcare, shopping mall and gardens expected to generate employment in construction and operations.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
GOIL's CEO says rising fuel prices alone cannot justify the Ghana Private Road Transport Union's proposed 30% increase in transport fares, arguing that other factors including the cedi-dollar exchange rate, spare parts, and insurance costs must also be considered. GOIL said it is assessing the situation and will seek ways to cushion consumers.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
GOIL says it is studying the impact of crude oil prices hitting $100 a barrel and will announce its position on fuel prices by September 16. CEO Edward Bawa stated that higher crude prices do not automatically translate into higher prices at GOIL pumps, and the company will seek to balance covering its costs while limiting the impact on consumers.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Amazon has paused operations with 21 Air, the cargo carrier whose Boeing jet crashed at Miami International Airport on 6 September, killing five people. The aircraft overshot the runway and struck vehicles; the US National Transportation Safety Board is investigating.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Deloitte Africa's Infrastructure & Capital Projects leader has called for Ghana to establish a specialised financial institution to provide long-term, affordable financing to businesses in capital-intensive sectors like oil and gas and manufacturing, citing Nigeria's Bank of Industry—which offers interest rates as low as 5–7%—as a model.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
According to Databank Research, the Monetary Policy Committee may cut the policy rate by 150 basis points to 12.5% in September 2026, consistent with inflation correction towards the Bank of Ghana's medium-term target of 8% ± 2%. Inflation reaccelerated to 5.3% in June 2026 from 3.8% in January 2026, though financial conditions have supported credit growth and banking sector capital buffers remain solid.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghanaian banks wrote off GH¢1.23 billion as bad debt in the first half of 2026, a 38% year-on-year increase from GH¢893 million in June 2025. While the non-performing loan ratio improved to 16.1% from 23.1% year-on-year, asset quality risks remain elevated in the banking sector.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Banks in Ghana wrote off GH¢1.23 billion in loan losses in the first half of 2026, a 38% increase from GH¢893 million in June 2025. While key asset quality indicators improved — including the non-performing loan ratio declining to 16.1% from 23.1% — asset quality risks remained elevated in the banking sector.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
The government exceeded its GH¢7.9 billion treasury bills target with 2.8% oversubscription, accepting GH¢7.2 billion of GH¢8.1 billion in bids, while yields fell across the 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day bills.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Presidential Advisor Goosie Tanoh says Ghana can expand industries, create jobs and grow exports without sacrificing the environment, and that building a competitive horticultural sector requires connecting production to aggregation, processing, logistics, markets, finance, standards, skills and technology.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The second JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair ended on a high note at Marina Mall in Accra after three days, bringing together financial institutions, property developers, construction companies and exhibitors to help prospective homeowners access mortgage financing, property acquisition, construction and other housing-related services.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Prospective homeowners, investors, and builders gathered at Marina Mall in Accra for the concluding day of the second JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair, a three-day event bringing together financial institutions, developers, and construction companies to address housing and property needs.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority is proposing to extend the Modified Taxation Scheme to qualifying small limited liability companies with annual turnover of up to GH¢750,000, allowing eligible businesses to benefit from a simplified tax regime rather than standard corporate compliance requirements. The Commissioner-General announced the policy shift at an MTS stakeholder workshop in Accra, aimed at making the tax system more responsive to small businesses.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Chinese electronics firm TCL has sued Samsung in Los Angeles federal court, alleging that Samsung falsely marketed its M Model televisions as featuring "Mini LED" technology. TCL claims Samsung took a non-Mini LED model and sold it as a "supreme" Mini LED model, misleading consumers and damaging TCL's sales.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers is calling for a GH¢1 per litre relief on petrol and continuation of a GH¢2 per litre diesel subsidy as fuel prices are projected to rise to GH¢16.26 for petrol and GH¢19.07 for diesel from September 16, attributed to increases in global crude oil and refined petroleum product prices.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Petrol is projected to sell at GH¢16.26 per litre and diesel at GH¢19.07 per litre from Wednesday, September 16, representing increases of 4.24% and 10.23% respectively, driven by a rise in international crude oil and refined petroleum product prices, according to the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The second JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair at Marina Mall in Accra concluded its three-day run on Sunday with massive crowds of prospective homeowners exploring mortgage options and seeking expert advice on property acquisition, construction, and homeownership. The fair brought together financial institutions, property developers, construction companies, and housing professionals across Ghana's property sector.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Tano North MP Gideon Boako says Ghana's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme and Gold-for-Oil initiative, led by former Vice President Bawumia, demonstrated gold could serve as a modern monetary and reserve-management tool. The model increased Ghana's gold reserves from about eight tonnes to more than 31 tonnes and gross international reserves to exceeding $9 billion by end of 2024.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Tano North MP Gideon Boako says Ghana should strategically convert part of its domestically produced gold into a strategic reserve asset to reduce overdependence on the US dollar, strengthen economic sovereignty, protect against external shocks, and support cedi stability.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Project Management Institute introduced a refreshed Project Management Professional (PMP) certification exam in July 2026 to reflect how project professionals work and the changing skills organizations expect. The new exam places greater emphasis on business alignment, strategic decision-making, stakeholder engagement, leadership, sustainability, and delivery in AI-enabled environments.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alfred Ramosedi, president of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, will visit Ghana from September 18 to 19, 2026, to meet with finance professionals, business leaders and stakeholders about the changing role of the profession. He will serve as chief guest at a CGMA Convocation Ceremony and discuss emerging trends with leading companies and media.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A development expert presents "Job Creation Through Policy: A Blueprint for Ghana's Entrepreneurial Development & Industrial Transformation," citing Ghana Statistical Service data showing national unemployment at 13.0% in 2023 and youth joblessness at 21.9%, while highlighting underemployment and low-wage work as critical issues.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The second JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair enters its final day on September 13 at Marina Mall in Accra, bringing together businesses and professionals from Ghana's housing and property sector to offer prospective homeowners practical solutions for financing, building, buying, renovating, and securing homes.
13 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Makhtar Diop, Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation, will visit Ghana from September 15 to 17, 2026, to engage government and private sector leaders on increasing private investment and supporting the country's development priorities, with focus on agribusiness, education, youth employment, renewable energy and the creative economy.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ericsson has celebrated its 150th anniversary globally and 30 years of operations in Ghana, during which it launched the country's first commercial GSM network and delivered technological advancements including 3G, 4G, and rural coverage solutions.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair at Marina Mall in Accra on September 12 drew prospective homeowners to explore mortgage financing, real estate, construction, interior décor, security and renewable energy options with experts from Ghana's housing sector.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Roads and Highways Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza claims Ghana is implementing the largest road infrastructure programme in Africa under the government's Big Push programme, with projects across the country responding to widespread concerns about poor road conditions raised during the 2024 election campaign.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Prospective homeowners attended the second day of the JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair at Marina Mall in Accra, engaging with industry professionals and exhibitors on mortgage financing, property acquisition, construction, and home improvement. The three-day fair, running September 11–13, showcases solutions from businesses in real estate, construction, interior décor, security, renewable energy, and technology.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Project Management Institute refreshed its PMP certification exam in July 2026 to emphasize business alignment, strategic decision-making, stakeholder engagement, leadership, and sustainability as technical skills become obsolete more quickly in AI-transformed workplaces.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama says the government's plan to establish 24-hour markets across the country is intended to stimulate economic activity, expand trading opportunities, and strengthen local economies by providing functional commercial centres in every district where farmers, traders, and businesses can operate beyond conventional daytime hours.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama says Ghana's economy has shifted from vulnerability to external shocks to greater resilience, describing the change as moving from "broomsticks" to "concrete pillars." He attributed this to better economic management, though noted external developments have limited growth potential to below 7% this year.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana's macroprudential assessment as of June 2026 found that systemic vulnerabilities within the banking industry remain broadly subdued, with the sector continuing to exhibit strong capitalisation, liquidity, profitability, and asset quality, though downside risks from geopolitical tensions warrant vigilance.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Communications Authority has awarded two lots of 700 MHz spectrum to Scancom Plc (MTN Ghana) for a combined licence fee of US$109.9 million. The NCA is continuing its allocation process for 2.3 GHz and 3 GHz bands, with the 2.3 GHz band under-subscribed and the 3 GHz band over-subscribed.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Trades Union Congress deputy secretary-general has argued that the Electricity Company of Ghana's difficulties stem from management problems rather than failures by ordinary workers, and questioned whether Ghana should consider handing ECG to foreign operators when the country has qualified people capable of managing it.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The second day of the three-day JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair takes place Saturday at Marina Mall in Accra, bringing together housing and property sector businesses to showcase mortgage financing, real estate, construction, home improvement, and other solutions for homeowners and investors.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Accra-based fintech SusuPaa won dual awards at the Moolre Startup Cup, a four-month national buildathon competition. The platform digitises Ghana's susu system and informal savings institutions by automating tasks traditionally done on paper by collectors and cooperatives.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana visited the proposed Gomoa Special Economic Zone site following an earlier meeting with Canadian investors to explore a strategic partnership aimed at mobilising Canadian investment, expertise and technology to develop the zone into what is expected to be Africa's largest industrial park.
11 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Japan Motors Trading Company Ltd. has launched three Geely electrified vehicles in Ghana: the all-electric EX5 SUV, plug-in hybrid EX5 EM-i, and all-electric EX2, featuring fast DC charging, energy efficiency, and advanced driver-assistance systems.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Property buyers in Ghana must budget beyond the headline purchase price; the true cost includes stamp duty, legal fees, registration, and VAT—which changed significantly on 1 January 2026—with the total depending on whether the purchase is from a private seller or developer.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Foreign and diaspora buyers in Ghana face legal distinctions between freehold (unlimited ownership) and leasehold (fixed-term rights), with the Land Act 2020 governing what non-citizens can hold. Most Ghanaian land is held by traditional authorities as stool, skin, clan, or family land, which shapes ownership rights available to buyers.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
aQuaaba by Quao Realty allows investors to own fully managed resort units at Akosombo starting from $100,500, with the resort handling all operations and guest services while owners receive returns.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's property market is rising, but at a modest and uneven pace, against a macro backdrop that turned more cautious in mid-2026. Growth is driven by recovery in the first half of the year, with construction cost inflation falling to 3.9 percent year-on-year in January 2026 and lending rates dropping to 16.3 percent by April 2026.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The second JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair clinic opened Friday at Marina Mall in Accra, drawing prospective homeowners, investors and patrons to explore housing solutions from players in banking, real estate, construction, security, renewable energy and technology sectors. Visitors sought advice on financing, property acquisition, construction and renovation, with mortgage financing and Republic Bank's solutions drawing particular interest.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The second JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair opened at Marina Mall in Accra on Friday, September 11, drawing homeowners, investors and patrons to explore housing solutions from leading players in banking, real estate, construction, renewable energy and related sectors.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The second JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair Clinic, running through Sunday at Marina Mall in Accra, brings together prospective homeowners, property seekers, and industry professionals to showcase banking, real estate, construction, home improvement, security, renewable energy, and technology solutions.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Mahama inspected the 24-hour market project at Nadowli in the Upper West Region and commended the contractor for making good progress. He said the government is constructing 24-hour markets in all 261 constituencies and expects contractors to have the financial capacity to begin work with their own resources before receiving payment at 15 per cent completion.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Agentic commerce describes autonomous AI agents that research, compare, negotiate, and complete purchases on behalf of users or businesses with minimal human intervention, representing an evolution of traditional e-commerce as the industry grows toward $8 trillion by 2027.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Consolidated Bank Ghana has launched a dedicated loan initiative for persons with disabilities aimed at deepening financial inclusion beyond account ownership towards sustainable enterprise development. The programme combines access to finance with financial literacy and responsible business management, selecting beneficiaries based on enterprise commitment and growth potential.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Consolidated Bank Ghana's Deputy Managing Director says the bank will expand its pilot financial inclusion initiative for persons with disabilities across the country, moving beyond grants towards sustainable access to finance and practical financial literacy.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited's Managing Director announced a dedicated financing initiative for entrepreneurs with disabilities, aiming to broaden access to formal credit while maintaining responsible lending standards. The bank has onboarded 119 participants under its PWD Financial Inclusion Programme, funding minimum account opening balances and granting service-fee waivers to reduce barriers to formal banking.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The second JoyNews–Republic Bank Habitat Fair is running until Sunday at Marina Mall in Accra, featuring housing and property sector players offering services in banking, real estate, construction, home improvement, security, renewable energy and technology to help prospective and current homeowners understand financing and homeownership options.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana released guidelines for non-interest banking in January 2026 and inaugurated the Non-Interest Financial Advisory Council in August 2026, promising to issue the first non-interest banking license by year-end. The central bank has consulted Christian organizations to clarify that non-interest banking is not designed to promote one religion over another.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama says the government cannot undertake all the country's road projects at once due to budget limits, and will implement Big Push projects in phases, prioritising major trunk roads linking regional capitals before moving to feeder roads.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza announced that major roads built under the government's Big Push initiative will be tolled after completion, including the Accra-Kumasi Expressway, using a multi-lane electronic tolling system. The government has re-enacted the Road Fund for sustainable road maintenance financing and obtained Parliament's approval for a 20-year public-private partnership concession in July 2026.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has agreed with the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) to provide members access to loan facilities for tricycles, personal and group loans. MUSIGA will vet applicants to ensure they meet MASLOC criteria and have capacity to repay.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana equipped about 200 small and medium-sized enterprises in the Greater Accra Region with digital solutions through its SME Business Clinic. The YellowBiz suite provides stable internet connectivity, website creation, Microsoft 365 with Teams, affordable voice and data services, doctor-on-call services, and insurance cover, along with MoMo loans in partnership with banks.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Bank of Ghana has announced that customers who repeatedly issue dud cheques will be barred from accessing new credit from banks and financial institutions for one year. Repeat offenders classified after three dud cheques within one year face escalating penalties (10%, 15%, 20% of cheque face value) and a three-year cheque-issuing prohibition, aimed at restoring confidence in cheques as a payment method.
11 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Asante Gold Chirano Limited has awarded scholarships to 24 students through two schemes, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to 162. The ceremony also recognised 21 graduates, bringing the total number of graduates under the programme to 54.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Development Bank Ghana says the ICT sector requires targeted financing instruments and business development support rather than one-size-fits-all approaches, citing a nationwide study that identified financing, policy alignment, investor readiness and business development as major barriers.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana has welcomed the abolition of the 20% excise duty on locally manufactured fruit juices, which is expected to take effect from October 1, 2026, following Parliament's passage of a new Excise Duty Act and presidential assent. The Association said the reform would support local value addition, manufacturing, employment creation and economic growth.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Sand and Stone and Tipper Drivers Association has rejected a proposed 70 per cent increase in sand and gravel loading charges by NASSTTU Sand Winners, calling it unjustified and potentially harmful to truck drivers, customers and the construction industry. The association is urging authorities to suspend and review the increase, and has raised concerns about alleged assault and harassment of its members by NAIMOS officers.
11 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana is among nine African countries where average incomes have more than doubled since 1990, with GDP per capita rising from about US$1,850 in 1990 to approximately US$7,360 in 2025, according to data from Our World in Data. The economic expansion has contributed to improvements in living standards, including declines in extreme poverty and child mortality.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The second JoyNews Republic Bank Habitat Fair opens today at Marina Mall in Accra, running September 11–13 and bringing together banking, real estate, construction, and technology sectors to help prospective homeowners explore building, financing, and home improvement solutions.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
An IMF Technical Assistance Report found that 87 percent of contracts under COCOBOD's cocoa roads investment portfolio were directly awarded without competitive tendering, reflecting broader weaknesses in procurement, project costing, and contract management within the state-owned enterprise.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The IMF's Technical Assistance Report identified significant financial and procurement weaknesses in the energy and roads sectors, with more than 15 percent of payables and 6.4 percent of procurement commitments breaching public financial management regulations. The report specifically highlights the Electricity Company of Ghana over procurement and contractual weaknesses, citing a Ghana Audit Service finding that ECG acquired electricity meters valued at approximately US$145 million through 50 contracts without complying with the Public Procurement Act, and notes that unsolicited "take-or-pay" Power Purchase Agreements have created ongoing financial obligations pressuring the energy sector.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
According to an IMF Technical Assistance Report based on the 2024 Auditor-General findings, State-Owned Enterprises accumulated approximately GH¢18.6 billion in financial irregularities, with outstanding debtors and loans accounting for GH¢12.54 billion of the total. The IMF warned that persistent financial weaknesses could increase government's fiscal exposure and called for stronger oversight and governance of SOEs.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's real GDP grew six per cent in the second quarter of 2026, led by Information and Communication Technology sub-sectors, but this represented a 0.6 percentage point slowdown compared to 6.6 per cent growth in the same quarter of 2025, driven largely by slower agriculture growth.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Telecel Cash has unveiled Telecel Shop, an e-commerce marketplace integrated into the Telecel Play App that connects customers with merchants across Ghana. Developed in partnership with Flood Pte Ltd, the platform offers secure payments, multiple fulfillment options, and enables merchants to onboard through the Telecel MerchantPro App.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GOIL Group CEO Edward Bawa, in his first year of leading the oil marketing company with no prior experience in the sector, attributes his smooth transition to the company's strong human capital, established structures, and internal policies. He cited the onboarding process from department heads and staff support as key factors in making the transition feel seamless despite his unfamiliarity with the industry.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Edward Bawa, Group Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of GOIL PLC, says his transition into leading the oil marketing company has been smoother than anticipated, crediting the supportive environment, staff commitment, and onboarding process at the company. Bawa, who had not previously led an oil marketing company, joined GOIL over a year ago with mixed feelings but found the management and staff support made the transition easier than expected.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's UK High Commissioner told the Asante Business Summit in London that Ghana's home to the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat reinforces the country's position as a gateway to Africa and platform for business expansion into continental markets. She emphasized the role of traditional leadership alongside government and private enterprise in realizing Ghana's economic potential.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GOIL and Star Oil are engaged in an intense price war for market share, but their chief executives maintain a businesslike relationship conducted largely through social media. GOIL CEO Edward Bawa says the competition is strictly business and has never become personal, despite the aggressive fight for customers.
11 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GOIL's Edward Bawa has praised his counterpart at rival fuel company Star Oil, Philip Kwame Tieku, describing their relationship as strictly businesslike despite the two companies competing aggressively on pump prices for market share. Bawa said there is no personal animosity between the executives, though they have never met physically and maintain contact through social media.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GOIL Chief Executive Edward Bawa says the company will not surrender market share to rival Star Oil as the two fuel retailers engage in aggressive price competition for customers in Ghana's downstream petroleum market. Mr Bawa described the competition as healthy and said both companies are pursuing strategies they believe will win customers.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ten state-owned enterprises collectively recorded a net loss of GH¢8.8 billion in 2024, about 1.0% of GDP, with the Electricity Company of Ghana accounting for 85% of those losses. The IMF attributed the losses mainly to high financing costs, which reached GH¢9.4 billion—nearly six times the earnings before interest and tax.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The IMF has raised concerns about the rapid build-up of liabilities across Ghana's state-owned enterprises, which have grown from GH¢35 billion (19% of GDP) in 2015 to GH¢282 billion (25% of GDP) in 2024. The Electricity Company of Ghana alone accounts for GH¢71 billion of these liabilities, making it the largest contributor to the sector's debt burden and a principal source of fiscal risk for government.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The International Monetary Fund states that government reform efforts over the past decade have not translated into improved financial performance for State-Owned Enterprises, with energy and commodity-sector SOEs remaining sources of fiscal strain despite revenue increases from GH¢19 billion in 2015 to GH¢133 billion in 2024.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Three Heritage Christian University students have created Panta, an online marketplace that allows small businesses to establish free online storefronts from their phones and receive payments without the cost of building conventional websites. The platform, founded in 2026, operates on an Amazon-like model and seeks to address challenges small businesses face in establishing an online presence and reaching wider customer bases.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The third African Healthcare Manufacturing Trade Exhibition and Conference (AHMTEC 2026) will be held from 26 to 28 October in Addis Ababa, bringing together manufacturers, suppliers, investors, and policymakers. The event, themed "Industrialise to Commercialise," will shift focus from capacity building to enabling African pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing to compete in regional and global markets.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Western Regional Minister has called for stronger engagement between government investment and export promotion agencies and the Western Regional Coordinating Council to maximise the region's economic potential and create jobs. He cited the region's productive base and exportable products, and raised concerns about inadequate information sharing between the regional administration and investment promotion institutions.
10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
A stakeholder workshop has been held to begin developing the inaugural Ghana Beauty & Wellness Report, a comprehensive assessment of the sector's economic contribution, employment, skills development, manufacturing, regulation, and growth prospects. The workshop, organised by Makeup Ghana in collaboration with the University of Ghana, brought together government institutions, regulatory bodies, academia, financial institutions, and industry representatives.
10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The CEO of Ghana's National Vaccine Institute said the country is preparing to pre-qualify Ghanaian companies to manufacture vaccines for local and wider African markets, following Ghana's decision to join the Africa Pool Procurement Mechanism. A regional meeting is planned for November in Accra to launch an application process for assessing and pre-qualifying eligible companies.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GCB Bank is expanding corporate social responsibility by empowering employees to identify and address community needs through the Staff Community Impact Programme, which involves about 95 staff groups across the country. Projects span health, education, environmental protection and road safety, with the bank matching funds raised by employees.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama commended the Ghana Gold Board for recording a net profit of approximately GH¢896 million (compared with GH¢178.5 million in 2024), attributing the performance to transparent and accountable structures around Ghana's gold trade. He cautioned that the gains must be sustained through stronger core operations and cannot depend indefinitely on favourable business conditions and exchange rate movements.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Water Limited recorded a 3.7% increase in water sales in Q1 2026, outpacing the 1% growth in production, according to PURC. The faster growth in sales relative to production indicates an improvement in the proportion of produced water being converted into billed or sold water.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Private Road Transport Union has suspended a proposed 30 percent increase in transport fares following discussions with the Ministry of Transport. The parties have agreed to form a committee to survey the cost of operating commercial vehicles before returning to negotiations to determine if a fare increase is necessary.
10 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana has warned that the country must strengthen its fight against financial crime to avoid being placed back on the Financial Action Task Force grey list, citing the significant financial costs of such a listing. She noted that Ghana's latest mutual evaluation carries critical implications and highlighted recent collaborative efforts that have resulted in the arrest of 430 people in an intelligence-led operation against illegal online operators.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana reports that fraud incidents in the digital space increased by 98% between 2022 and 2025, driven by the rapid growth in digital transactions. Overall fraud incidents across the financial ecosystem rose from 16,733 in 2024 to 24,778 in 2025, a 48% increase, with the central bank saying this shift requires a change in strategy to combat financial crime.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Nkoranza Municipal Assembly's 24-hour economy market project in Bono East Region is only 5% complete against an expected 25%, prompting Regional Minister Francis Owusu Antwi to threaten contract termination during a monitoring visit. The project is meant to provide banking services, cold storage, warehouses, clinics, pharmacies, day-care centers, and security posts as part of a broader national agenda to establish such hubs across all 261 districts.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has outlined interventions and reforms in the rail, maritime, aviation, and road sectors to improve connectivity and support Ghana's economic transformation. He reported that the 97-kilometre Tema-Mpakadan standard-gauge railway line has enabled passenger services and integrated bus connectivity, with freight operations to follow; work on the Western Line's Takoradi Port-Huni Valley section resumed in August 2025.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
New Apple chief John Ternus unveiled the iPhone Duo, the company's first foldable phone and most expensive iPhone to date, priced from £1,999 in the UK and $1,999–$3,200 in the US. Apple enters the foldable market after Samsung and Huawei, claiming its design redefines the foldable experience following eight years of development.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has rejected claims that Tema Port congestion is driving recent cement price increases, stating that pricing depends on multiple supply-chain factors including vessel planning, trucking capacity, cargo handling, and inland transportation. The Authority noted that berth allocation is guided by safety considerations to separate cement operations from food cargo, and that recent dredging has allowed larger vessels to be received, urging manufacturers to adopt modern cargo-handling systems to improve efficiency.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government is developing an integrated rail, inland water, and road transport system to decongest highways and the Port of Tema. The plan routes cargo by rail from Tema to Mpakadan, then by lake transport to Buipe, and finally by road to northern Ghana and landlocked neighbours including Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Henry Manly-Spain has rejected a GH¢79.7 million import duty refund awarded to his company by the Accra High Court, stating his actual claim was around GH¢8.95 million and expected to rise only slightly above GH¢10 million with interest. He cited conscience and concern for the nation's ability to provide basic needs as reasons for the rejection.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Ports & Harbours Authority clarified that port congestion is not sufficient justification for a GH₵12 increase in cement prices, citing multiple operational and commercial factors. The authority noted it underwent strategic dredging of the port's bulk cargo section to benefit cement operations, and that cement companies were informed in advance about the project.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's real Gross Domestic Product grew by 6.0 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, compared with 6.6 per cent in the same period of 2025, according to the Ghana Statistical Service. Real non-oil GDP growth stood at 5.4 per cent in Q2 2026, down from 8.5 per cent a year prior, with the services, industry and agriculture sectors driving growth during the period.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Traditional leaders in Pongyentanga, Wa West District, have called on government to pair a planned 24-hour economy market with improvements in healthcare, education, roads, security, and agricultural support, arguing the market alone would yield limited benefits without adequate basic infrastructure and services.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria says African manufacturers are under constant pressure to do more with less profit, citing rising energy costs, volatile exchange rates, expensive imported inputs, logistics bottlenecks, and growing competition as having significantly narrowed operating margins across the continent.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's banking sector non-performing loans fell to GH¢19.9 billion in June 2026 from GH¢20.7 billion a year earlier, with the industry's NPL ratio improving to 16.1% from 23.1%. Private sector borrowers accounted for 98% of NPLs, while the agriculture, forestry and fishing sector saw its NPL ratio rise to 65.1%.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC and the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) have signed a strategic memorandum of understanding to collaborate on professional development, knowledge exchange, and institutional capacity building. Under the partnership, UPSA will deliver specialized training and a Continuing Professional Development programme for Republic Bank employees.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana is hosting a CEO Invitational Golf Tournament at Achimota Golf Course on September 12, drawing about 120 golfers from clubs across the country for an 18-hole competition as part of the company's 30th anniversary celebrations.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
GoldBet Ghana, a newly launched betting brand in Ghana as of July 2026, offers football betting and other sports wagering through a regulated online platform licensed by the Ghana State and Lotteries Board. The service is accessible via mobile app and web interface.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Ghanaian Times clarifies the legal basis for Ghana's Customs Commissioner's recent comments on duty exemptions for personal items and parcels, placing them in the context of Ghana's constitution, customs laws, and international WCO and WTO protocols.
10 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Bank of Ghana has tightened sanctions against customers who issue dud cheques, with repeat offenders facing penalties of up to 20 per cent of the face value of the cheque and a ban on issuing cheques for at least three years, plus a one-year restriction on accessing new credit facilities.
10 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The National Communications Authority has cleared Scancom Plc (MTN Ghana), Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited (Telecel Ghana), and Goal Telecommunications Ltd to advance to the next stage of Ghana's 5G spectrum licensing process, while disqualifying Infrava Ltd. The three successful applicants will proceed to Stage 3 to have their price offers opened and ranked for spectrum licences in the 700MHz, 2.3GHz and 3GHz bands.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Container traffic at Ghana's Tema Port has surged to levels not seen in two decades, prompting the Transport Minister to direct removal of overstayed containers and encourage more vessel calls to evacuate empty containers. System outages at the Meridian Port Services Terminal have contributed to the congestion and cargo handling delays.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Network for Women's Rights in Ghana (NETRIGHT) has called on government to ensure the Women's Development Bank serves rural businesses owned by women, youth and the marginalised, and to accelerate its operationalisation. The bank has been allocated GH¢51.3 million in 2025 and GH¢401 million in 2026, but has not yet begun operations, prompting concerns about delays in accessing services.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Nii Moi Thompson, chairman of the National Development Planning Committee, says the government's 24-hour economy programme has not yet gathered sufficient speed in job creation, though investments in larger businesses have been lined up. He calls for the next phase to focus more on small and medium-sized enterprises to spread job creation across the economy.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Fitch Ratings reports that Ghanaian banks' credit profiles are benefiting from improved creditworthiness and stabilised economic conditions following sovereign debt restructuring, with the sector's capital adequacy ratio at 20.4% well above minimum requirements and impaired loans declining.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Databank Research projects Ghana's real GDP growth will exceed 6.5% by end-2026, up from 6.0% in 2025, driven by structural reforms, monetary easing, and recovery in industrial sub-sectors. The firm credits early momentum from Q1 2026's 6.4% year-on-year expansion and forecasts Services sector growth of 8.1%, Agriculture 6.8%, and Industrial 4.9%.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Spot gold rose 0.3% to $4,412.84 per ounce on Thursday, supported by a softer U.S. dollar, while investors awaited U.S. producer price index and consumer inflation data that could influence the Federal Reserve's interest-rate policy.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Nii Moi Thompson, chairman of the National Development Planning Committee, has urged the government to prioritize small and medium-sized enterprises in the 24-hour economy programme, arguing that existing businesses are critical to job creation and that large investments take longer to generate impact.
10 September 2026 · Joy Online →
New CEO John Ternus unveiled Apple's first foldable iPhone, the Duo, at the company's annual product event. The book-style device starts at $1,999 (£1,999 UK) and goes up to $3,200, making it Apple's most expensive iPhone model.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's National Communications Authority has cleared Scancom Plc (MTN Ghana), Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited (Telecel Ghana), and Goal Telecommunications Ltd to advance to the next stage of the country's 5G spectrum licensing process. A fourth applicant, Infrava Ltd, failed to meet the requirements for the 700 MHz, 2.3 GHz and 3 GHz bands.
9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Universal Merchant Bank and 3TREES Ghana have signed an MoU to establish paint sales outlets in every constituency ahead of Ghana's 70th independence anniversary, offering discounts of 35–55 per cent on exterior paints from October 2026 to March 2027. Members of Parliament are expected to support local mobilisation and outlet establishment as part of the Brighten Ghana Initiative.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Community leaders and the Ashanti Regional Security Coordinator have called on African Mall management to operate around the clock, citing potential benefits including job creation and increased economic activity. The mall has already employed nearly 100 people since opening and is being discussed for alignment with the government's 24-hour economy policy.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Indo-Ghana Industries has begun supplying locally-produced liquid oxygen to hospitals, including Lekma Hospital, shifting from cylinder-based distribution to a storage-based system designed to reduce costs and supply interruptions.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Communications Authority has cleared three of four applicants—Scancom Plc (MTN Ghana), Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited (Telecel Ghana), and Goal Telecommunications Ltd—to proceed to the next stage of its spectrum licence auction for 700 MHz, 2.3 GHz, and 3 GHz bands. Infrava Ltd was disqualified from the process.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Alphabet's Google will invest at least €13 billion ($15.1 billion) in AI infrastructure in Finland over the next two years, including three new data centres in the north and a 22-year nuclear power purchase agreement for up to 50% of one nuclear plant's energy output. The deal marks Google's biggest European investment and first nuclear energy deal outside the United States.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George met with the French Ambassador to explore bilateral cooperation in telecommunications and digital technology, focusing on affordable digital connectivity, French foreign direct investment in digital infrastructure, and tackling digital disinformation ahead of November's Internet Governance Forum.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Governance plays a direct role in whether small and medium enterprises survive, use resources efficiently, attract finance, and respond to market changes. In Ghana, where small enterprises dominate the business sector and many operate informally, effective governance—understood as clear responsibility, financial controls, reliable information, and decision-making rules—is particularly important, though may differ from large corporate structures.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Technology governance—the systems and policies guiding how organisations acquire, manage and use technology—can improve SME productivity, competitiveness and sustainability in Ghana, though poorly designed governance can create compliance costs and cybersecurity risks. The World Bank identifies digital technology as a key source of productivity growth for Ghanaian businesses, where 98% are micro or small enterprises.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
A private equity transaction led by Kofi Kwakwa through Olive Africa Partners Fashions has acquired GTP and Woodin, two of Ghana's recognized textile brands. The acquisition highlights a trend in Africa's private equity market of using local investment expertise to restructure and grow established businesses.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bank of Ghana has reiterated that inflation will move toward the 8 ± 2% target band in the medium term, unless significant shocks occur, though risks include utility tariff increases, Middle East tensions, and weather impacts on food supplies. The central bank expects appropriate monetary policy, sterilisation efforts, fiscal consolidation, and reserve buffers to mitigate these risks.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Roads and Highways Minister Kwame Governs Agbodza announced that the government will deploy a multi-lane, free-flow electronic tolling system on improved public roads, allowing vehicles to pass without stopping while enabling the government to collect revenue electronically. The new system represents a shift from traditional toll booths and forms part of efforts to modernise toll collection and improve efficiency across the road network.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Prudential Life Insurance Ghana has been named CSR Company of the Year 2025 at the 6th Chartered Insurance Institute of Ghana Excellence Awards, in recognition of its sustained commitment to people, communities and the environment through programmes including mangrove restoration, financial literacy initiatives, healthcare support and STEM education.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The 48 Engineer Regiment has cleared 175.6 kilometres of vegetation along the proposed Accra to Kumasi Highway route, with nineteen of twenty weeks of work completed. It is the first time the civil engineering segment of the Ghana Army has been assigned to undertake this civilian task.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The government is taking steps to revive and restructure the Aayalolo rapid bus transport system to address traffic congestion in major cities including Greater Accra, Kumasi, Takoradi, and Tamale. The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs said the government would engage relevant transport and traffic authorities to develop a framework to make the bus service more rapid and attractive to commuters.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's economy grew 6.0% in the second quarter of 2026, bringing first-half growth to 6.2%, according to the Ghana Statistical Service. Growth was driven largely by the services sector, particularly ICT which recorded 30.9% growth, alongside oil and gas production which grew 21.4% in the quarter.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Apple is expected to unveil a folding iPhone at a Wednesday launch event in Cupertino, marking the first major iPhone redesign since removing the physical home button in 2017 and the first keynote for new CEO John Ternus. The device could cost more than $2,000, and analysts expect Apple to capture 40% of the folding phone market by the end of next year despite Samsung and Huawei's earlier entry into the category.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Telecel Ghana is conducting a nationwide network upgrade and expansion to improve internet speeds, reduce congestion and enhance service quality, with significantly increased investment this year in response to growing subscriber demand.
9 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
B5 Plus Company Limited, an iron and steel manufacturer, has paid GH₵400 million in taxes to the Ghana Revenue Authority. The GRA has used the occasion to urge other businesses and individuals to strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation and tax compliance to fund public services and development.
9 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Singapore Airlines, backed by state investor Temasek, is expected to seek greater influence over management and board voting power before approving a capital injection into Air India. The conditions would be negotiated with Air India's majority owner Tata Sons, which has approved a $1.1 billion infusion while Singapore Airlines holds 25.1% of the stake.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister of Transport has launched measures to reduce container clearance delays at Tema Port through closer collaboration among inspection and processing agencies, aiming to lower demurrage costs for businesses and consumers and speed up cargo movement.
9 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Bank of Ghana has identified 20 mobile loan applications operating without required licences or authorisation, citing violations of customer data privacy, consumer protection, and regulatory standards. The central bank advised the public against engaging with these unlicensed providers and cautioned banks and payment service providers against facilitating transactions for them.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
OpenAI says it used roughly 10,000 AI agents to solve a difficult aspect of the Navier-Stokes equations—a maths problem that lacked proof for 90 years—in 88 hours. The solution has yet to be independently verified or accepted by The Clay Mathematics Institute.
9 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Bono East Regional Minister Francis Owusu Antwi has inspected the ongoing Techiman 24-hour economy model market project and expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of construction work, just over three months after contractors took over the site. He said the rehabilitation would improve businesses, spur socio-economic growth, create job opportunities, and attract investment to the region.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Forty-five-year-old Adiza Ibrahim from Pru East District became the first grand prize winner of Telecel's M'Ahitti Promo, winning GH¢1 million, though her family initially suspected the win was a fraud before Telecel officially presented the prize.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Energy Ministry spokesperson has rejected characterisations of proposed private sector participation (PSP) in the Electricity Company of Ghana as privatisation, arguing that PSP does not involve transfer of ownership of ECG or the Northern Electricity Distribution Company, only greater private sector involvement in operations.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's 24-Hour Economy Authority Act, signed into law in February 2026, represents a shift toward continuous economic activity across manufacturing, agriculture, and digital services. The policy's success will be determined by how well it empowers and integrates MSMEs, which account for approximately 85% of manufacturing employment and 70% of GDP.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Institute of Energy Security is calling on government to ensure greater transparency and broader consultation in its proposed private sector participation in the Electricity Company of Ghana's operations, citing concerns from consumers, workers, and organised labour, and citing lessons from the previous Power Distribution Services arrangement.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
An NPP MP and Energy Committee member says the Trades Union Congress has legitimate reasons to be cautious about World Bank proposals for private sector participation in ECG and NEDCo operations, but distinguishes this from full privatisation and notes the party supports private involvement if it improves efficiency and reliability.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Award-winning media maven Peace Hyde has joined TIME Magazine as Director of Global Strategic Partnerships for TIME Africa. Hyde previously served as Head of Digital Media and Partnerships and West Africa Correspondent for Forbes Africa for ten years, where she created award-winning shows and the Netflix series Young, Famous and African.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
B5 Plus Chairman Mukesh Thakwani has called on government to ban imports of products that can be manufactured in Ghana, saying stronger support for local industry could create jobs, expand exports and reduce spending on imported goods. He cited capacity utilisation below 50 per cent in the manufacturing industry and raised concerns about exemptions granted to competing imports.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana is considering establishment of a specialised Electric Vehicle Capacity Building Centre to train mechanics in maintenance and repair of electric vehicles as the country prepares for growth in the EV industry. The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources said the initiative is necessary as countries shift from fossil-fuel-powered vehicles to cleaner alternatives, and Ghana must develop technical expertise to support electric mobility.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Makeup Ghana and the University of Ghana's College of Humanities have begun developing the first Ghana Beauty & Wellness Report, a comprehensive assessment of the nation's beauty and wellness sector. The report aims to fill a gap in reliable industry data by providing analysis of the sector's economic contribution, business landscape, workforce, consumer trends, and investment opportunities.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
CEOs should prioritize sustainable, profitable growth over revenue growth alone, monitoring margins, understanding product and customer profitability, reviewing pricing regularly, and controlling operating costs to ensure additional revenue genuinely contributes to organisational value after accounting for all costs.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Gross loans and advances increased 39.4% year-on-year to GH¢124.3 billion at the end of June 2026, driven primarily by stronger lending to the private sector, which rose 39.6% to GH¢119.1 billion. The private sector accounted for 96.2% of total credit, with the services sector representing 36.6% of industry lending.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has secured a private sector-led partnership with English Premier League side Sunderland Football Club to display 'Visit Ghana' on the club's jersey for the 2026/2027 season, expected to provide exposure through Premier League matches, digital platforms and international media.
8 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has started enforcement action against uncustomed vehicles after an amnesty period expired. Vehicle owners can still voluntarily report to Customs offices to regularise their vehicles and pay duties without penalties, but those intercepted by enforcement teams will face penalties in addition to outstanding duties.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Nilee Consult, a business transformation and customer experience consulting firm, will hold its fifth Business Growth Accelerator Workshop in Accra on 24–25 September 2026 at The Palms by Eagles at Airport. The two-day event will equip business leaders, managers and growth-focused professionals with frameworks and strategies in business transformation, customer experience management, operational improvement and design thinking.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe has acknowledged persistent container congestion at Tema Port, attributing it partly to infrastructure not keeping pace with growing cargo volumes. He said government is considering upgrades to roads, harbour routes, and construction of additional berths to ease congestion.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Asokwa Circuit Court Two fined trader Jeanice Mensah GH¢12,000 (1,000 penalty units) for dealing in counterfeit Amuzu Bitters and forging trademarks. She pleaded guilty and faces two months' imprisonment in hard labour in default of payment, with sentences to run concurrently.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly plans to transition from traditional billboards to digital advertising boards from 2027, aiming to reduce disorder, improve city aesthetics, and provide advertisers greater value for investment. The Assembly will issue guidelines on billboard numbers, sizes, designs and placement along major roads and strategic locations.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
MTN Ghana held a virtual financial literacy webinar as part of its 30th anniversary activities, where speakers including a senior manager from MobileMoney Fintech Limited urged business owners to separate personal and business mobile money wallets to improve financial discipline and visibility. The session covered financial discipline, business sustainability, digital payments, cash flow management, and investment strategies.
8 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana has launched the 2026 edition of its flagship "Ghanaian Banker Magazine," a publication documenting the state of Ghana's banking industry and the Institute's role in professional standards. The launch occurred at CBEL Connect, an event attended by alumni, bank executives, and Bank of Ghana officials.
8 September 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana has launched the 2026 edition of the Ghanaian Banker Magazine, its flagship publication on the state of the country's banking industry. The launch event at Alisa Hotel brought together bank chief executives, council members, and Bank of Ghana officials to discuss industry issues.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has advised prospective vehicle buyers to take both the vehicle and its registration documents to the nearest Customs office for physical verification before purchase, warning that a Ghanaian registration number does not guarantee proper customs clearance. Customs officers use physical examination and On-Board Diagnostics machines to confirm that vehicle identification details match official records.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Revenue Authority has warned against using foreign-registered vehicles to evade customs duties and taxes under the Temporary Vehicle Importation system, citing concerns that some Ghanaians are purchasing vehicles in ECOWAS countries and importing them under foreign registration without paying applicable duties.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has called for the establishment of a specialised Electric Vehicle Capacity Building Centre to train Ghanaian mechanics to maintain and repair electric vehicles entering the local market, saying Ghana must build technical capacity to support the emerging electric-mobility industry.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's virtual asset market was already operating substantially before the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act passed in December 2025, with Sub-Saharan Africa receiving over US$205 billion in on-chain value between July 2024 and June 2025, up 52% year-on-year, with Ghana among the region's five largest markets.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Commissioner of Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority clarified that items brought into Ghana as gifts do not automatically qualify for duty-free baggage concession under customs laws. Mr Aaron Kanor defended the Customs Division's position and urged the public to debate policies respectfully rather than attack officials for communicating positions deemed uncomfortable.
8 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Aliko Dangote announced that the Dangote Refinery's Initial Public Offering will allow ordinary Nigerians, including drivers and cooks, to buy shares in the 650,000 barrels per day facility. The IPO will offer 4.1 billion ordinary shares at ₦525.00 per share, with applications opening September 14, 2026 and closing October 9, 2026.
8 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Nigeria's National Insurance Corporation (NICON), the country's largest insurance company established in 1969, has had its operational licence revoked by the National Insurance Commission (NAICOM) due to persistent failure to meet regulatory requirements. A Receiver and Provisional Liquidator has been appointed to oversee the company's assets and liabilities.
8 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Bank of Ghana has issued revised rules under which customers who repeatedly issue dud cheques will be barred from accessing fresh credit for one year and prohibited from issuing cheques for at least three years if classified as repeat offenders. The sanctions include escalating levies: 10% of cheque face value for a first offence, 15% for a second within one year, and 20% for repeat offenders.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Absa Bank Ghana acted as Joint Lead Manager for PETROSOL Platinum Energy PLC's successful listing of its GH¢200 million Note Programme on the Ghana Fixed Income Market, which attracted 178 per cent subscription. PETROSOL raised GH¢100 million to support growth strategy including working capital, station improvements, and retail expansion.
8 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The inaugural Business Roundtable Extended 2026 Executive Dialogue convened government, business, academia and development partners in Accra to call for Ghana to use macroeconomic stabilisation to build a more productive, diversified, competitive and resilient economy.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has spent more than US$20 million repairing fibre cuts across the country, with 8,578 cuts recorded so far in 2026, according to Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George. Road construction under the Big Push programme accounts for 49% of the cuts, while illegal mining contributes about 25%, diverting resources that could have been used to expand network infrastructure.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Airports Company Limited won two awards at the 8th ACI World Airport Experience Summit in Istanbul: the Best Airport at Departures – Africa award in the two to five million passengers category, and Customer Experience Accredited Airport – Level (1) recognition for Accra International Airport.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Secondary market activity weakened with turnover falling 68.28% to GH¢2.12 billion, with trading concentrated in 2031-2034 maturities. In the primary market, a new four-year bond maturing in September 2030 attracted GH¢4.46 billion in bids, with GH¢3.15 billion accepted at 12.00% clearing yield.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Singapore's transport minister defended Singapore Airlines' 25.1% investment in Air India, saying the flag carrier must expand overseas because travel to and from Singapore has natural limits. The minister noted Singapore Airlines funds investments from its own balance sheet and has not sought additional shareholder capital, though Air India is reportedly seeking about $1.5 billion in fresh equity from its owners.
8 September 2026 · Joy Online →