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Consolidated Bank Ghana

Also known as: CBG

Consolidated Bank Ghana — state-owned bank recapitalized by government in July 2025, expanding agency banking services and promoting sustainable financing solutions.

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October 2026
23 OctJoy Online
Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG) has identified limited access to finance, grants and donor support as major barriers to scaling up nature-based solutions in Ghana and across Africa. …
CBG calls for increased climate finance to scale nature-based solutions in Ghana
22 OctJoy Online
… The 2017–2019 banking-sector clean-up reduced the number of banks from about 33 to 23, with five institutions consolidated into the newly created Consolidated Bank Ghana and others closed. …
From Collapse to Confidence: Ghana’s economic recovery under John Mahama
16 OctJoy Online
… The write-up cited GH¢2.076 billion in government securities issued in 2025 to recapitalise the National Investment Bank, Agricultural Development Bank and Consolidated Bank Ghana. …
Amin Adam calls for full disclosure of government’s non-cash borrowing and debt placements
September 2026
30 SeptThe Ghanaian Times
… The Runway featured an interactive panel session with Panyin Osei-Barnieh, General Manager of Chemsolv; Rebecca Odro, Managing Director of Akroma Plaza; Dr Clement Ansah of Consolidated Bank Ghana; and Eric Amo Jone, Senior Revenue Officer at the Ghana Revenue Authority. …
Telecel concludes SME Month with Business Runway in Takoradi
28 SeptJoy Online
… The Runway featured an interactive panel session with Panyin Osei-Barnieh, General Manager of Chemsolv; Rebecca Odro, Managing Director of Akroma Plaza; Dr Clement Ansah of Consolidated Bank Ghana; and Eric Amo Jone, Senior Revenue Officer at the Ghana Revenue Authority. …
Telecel Ghana concludes SME Month 2026 with Business Runway in Takoradi
28 SeptJoy Online
… The five largest participants were the Bank of Ghana (16.5 per cent), Standard Chartered acting as custodian for foreign holders (10.0 per cent), GCB Bank (9.9 per cent), Ecobank (7.5 per cent) and Consolidated Bank Ghana (6.4 per cent), a total of 50.3 per cent between them. …
GH¢111bn DDEP maturity wall in 2027/2028 – Insights from Charles Adu Boahen
10 SeptJoy Online
… The rest are Ghana National Gas Company, Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo), Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, Consolidated Bank Ghana and Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo). …
10 SOEs recorded net loss of GH¢8.8bn in 2024 – IMF
8 SeptDaily Guide
… es a leadership interview with former Managing Director of Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), Albert Essien; a “profit with purpose” article by the Managing Director of GCB Bank, Farihan Alhassa; and a personality profile of the Managing Director of Consolidated Bank Ghana …
CIB Ghana Launches Ghanaian Banker Magazine
5 SeptJoy Online
… They are not responsible.” He said the key question should be whether entities such as the Ghana Cocoa Board, Ghana National Petroleum Corporation, Consolidated Bank Ghana and GCB Bank are performing better within their respective mandates. …
SIGA’s ‘massive turnaround’ claim not borne out by data – Bright Simons
August 2026
31 AugJoy Online
… The financial sector also witnessed the recapitalisation of the National Investment Bank and Agricultural Development Bank, alongside continued government support for Consolidated Bank Ghana. …
Ghana’s state-owned enterprises return to profit with GH¢19.8bn gain in 2025 — SIGA

Business

CBG urges increased climate finance for nature-based solutions

The News

Consolidated Bank Ghana's Head of Sustainable Financing identified limited access to finance, grants and donor support as major barriers to scaling nature-based solutions in Ghana and Africa. She called for increased financial support, enabling policy, and stronger collaboration among financial institutions and development partners to move climate solutions from discussion to implementation.

23 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 23 October

CBG urges increased climate finance for nature-based solutions
Consolidated Bank Ghana's Head of Sustainable Financing identified limited access to finance, grants and donor support as major barriers to scaling nature-based solutions in Ghana and Africa. She called for increased financial support, enabling policy, and stronger collaboration among financial institutions and development partners to move climate solutions from discussion to implementation.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 22 October

Ghana's banking sector stabilizes under Mahama after decade of crises
Ghana's banking system has recovered following years of turmoil that saw 420 financial institutions collapse between 2017 and 2019, costing over 10,000 jobs and GH¢25 billion in government spending on a clean-up. Under John Mahama's government, recapitalized banks, lower borrowing costs, and greater currency stability mark a recovery built on stabilization and confidence.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 16 October

Former Finance Minister urges disclosure of non-competitive government borrowing
Former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has called for greater transparency in government borrowing arrangements that bypass regular competitive auctions, warning that opaque transactions obscure the true cost and purpose of public debt. He identified several debt instruments including non-cash issuance and private placements, and proposed that all non-competitive transactions be disclosed within five business days with details of their legal basis, counterparty, price, fees and rationale.
16 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 30 September

Telecel holds inaugural SME showcase in Takoradi outside Accra
Telecel Ghana concluded its annual SME Month with a Business Runway event in Takoradi, bringing together more than 300 established SMEs, start-ups, entrepreneurs, financial advisers, and investors for training, mentorship, and market exposure. The company's CEO stated that Telecel is investing over 500 million cedis in network expansion and reliability.
30 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 28 September

Telecel Ghana hosts inaugural SME Business Runway outside Accra
Telecel Ghana concluded its annual SME Month celebrations with a Telecel Business Runway in Takoradi, bringing together over 300 SMEs, start-ups, entrepreneurs, investors and advisers for training, mentorship and market exposure. CEO Patricia Obo-Nai stated the company is investing over 500 million cedis in network expansion and has secured alternative fibre routes to ensure reliable connectivity to the Central and Western Regions.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana faces GH¢111 billion domestic debt maturity in 2027–2028
Ghana must repay GH¢111 billion of restructured domestic bonds in 2027 and 2028 (GH¢58 billion in 2027, GH¢53 billion in 2028) from the 2022/23 Domestic Debt Exchange as bullet payments. While annual maturities after 2028 range from GH¢4.9 billion to GH¢9.3 billion, this concentration represents a refinancing challenge rather than a repayment problem, as obligations of this size are typically refinanced through standard sovereign practice.
28 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 10 September

Ten SOEs recorded GH¢8.8 billion net loss in 2024
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 →

Tuesday 8 September

CIB Ghana launches 2026 Ghanaian Banker Magazine edition
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 →

Monday 7 September

Executive Women Network marks decade with leadership conference
The Executive Women Network, founded in 2016 to support women in senior management and executive roles, will celebrate its 10th anniversary with the EWN@10 Conference & Expo on October 1–2 in Accra, bringing together women leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from Ghana and Africa to discuss leadership and impact.
7 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 5 September

Bright Simons disputes SIGA's claim of SOE financial turnaround
IMANI Africa's Bright Simons has challenged the State Interests and Governance Authority's portrayal of state-owned enterprises' financial performance, arguing that underlying data do not support the claim of a "massive" turnaround despite SOEs posting a combined net profit of GH¢19.8 billion in 2025 against a loss of GH¢2.25 billion in 2024. Simons cited indicators including the number of profitable entities, cumulative losses, current ratios and dividend payments as evidence that the turnaround narrative is not borne out by the data.
5 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

SOEs post GH¢19.8bn profit; Mahama dissolves nine boards
Ghana's state-owned enterprises swung from a GH¢2.2 billion loss in 2024 to a GH¢19.8 billion net profit in 2025, attributed to higher revenues, lower finance costs and improved foreign-exchange performance. President Mahama has dissolved the governing boards of nine major state institutions including BOST, VALCO, CBG, GNPC, Ghana Post, TDC and the National Sports Authority.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →
SOEs swing to GH¢19.8bn profit; president dissolves nine boards
State-owned enterprises reported a GH¢19.8 billion net profit in 2025, a turnaround from a GH¢2.2 billion loss in 2024. President Mahama has dissolved the governing boards of nine major state institutions, including BOST, VALCO, CBG, GNPC, Ghana Post, TDC, and the National Sports Authority.
4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 31 August

Ghana's state enterprises post GH¢19.8bn profit in 2025
Ghana's state-owned enterprises recorded a consolidated net profit after tax of GH¢19.80 billion in the 2025 financial year, ending four consecutive years of net losses, according to SIGA's 2025 State Ownership Report. Total SOE revenue increased by 28.12 per cent from GH¢137.64 billion to GH¢176.43 billion, marking a significant turnaround from the GH¢2.25 billion net loss in 2024.
31 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 3 August

Ghana's banking service quality remains strong despite slight dip
Ghana's banking industry maintains high service quality at 88.2 percent in 2025, though this represents a slight decline from prior years. According to the 2025 Ghana Customer Satisfaction Index report, consumer banking customer satisfaction has eased slightly while banks continue to perform strongly in service delivery, but converting satisfied customers into brand advocates remains a growing challenge.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 23 July

Government recapitalised three state banks in July 2025
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson said the government fully recapitalised the National Investment Bank, Agricultural Development Bank, and Consolidated Bank Ghana in July 2025 to restore confidence and stability in Ghana's banking sector. GAT completed the full recapitalisation of UMB Bank, and Prudential Bank was fully capitalised through a private sector-led approach.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 18 July

CBG donates relief items to flood victims via NADMO
Consolidated Bank Ghana has donated relief items including rice, sugar, mattresses, mosquito nets, and blankets to the National Disaster Management Organisation to support communities affected by recent floods. The donation is part of CBG's corporate social responsibility efforts and was coordinated with NADMO to address the most pressing needs of affected families.
18 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 13 July

Development Bank Ghana launches Women's Lending Programme
The Development Bank Ghana (DBG) has unveiled a Women's Lending Programme to expand access to affordable, long-term capital for women-owned and women-led businesses across Ghana. The launch was part of the bank's fifth-anniversary celebrations and highlights DBG's support for entrepreneurs through a network of participating financial institutions.
13 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 28 June

Wesley Girls' High School marks 190th anniversary with year-long celebrations
Wesley Girls' High School, founded in September 1836, will hold year-long celebrations under the theme "Honouring Our Roots, Igniting Tomorrow" to commemorate nearly 190 years of excellence while raising funds for two transformative projects. The official launch is scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026, at Wesley Towers Auditorium in Accra.
28 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 11 June

Kasapreko raises GH¢700m in oversubscribed IPO
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 →

Thursday 21 May

Consolidated Bank Ghana launches agency banking model nationwide
Consolidated Bank Ghana has unveiled its "Sika Agent" agency banking initiative to expand financial services access to underserved and hard-to-reach communities across the country through accredited agents. The Deputy Managing Director described the rollout as part of the bank's transformation agenda to make banking services more accessible, secure and convenient for individuals and businesses.
21 May 2026 · Joy Online →
CBG launches 'Sika Agent' agency banking initiative nationwide
Consolidated Bank Ghana has launched its agency banking initiative "Sika Agent" with an initial rollout of 168 registered agents across the Greater Accra, Central and Eastern regions. The bank aims to onboard about 1,000 agents by the end of the year and 8,000 agents by 2028.
21 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 5 May

Over 300 women trained in affiliate marketing and digital trade
More than 300 women participated in the Click-to-Cargo Programme at Accra Digital Centre, receiving training in importation, affiliate marketing, and digital business tools. The two-day event, attended by university students and career women, covered product sourcing from China, shipping logistics, and online business management.
5 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 30 April

Glitz Africa announces 2026 Ghana Women of the Year awardees
Glitz Africa has unveiled honourees for the 2026 Ghana Women of the Year Honours, now in its 11th year, with twelve women to be recognised across twelve categories at an event scheduled for 8 May 2026. Rev. Dr Joyce Aryee, Executive Director of Salt and Light Ministries, will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award for her leadership across Ghana's public, private, and faith-based sectors.
30 April 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 April

Over 300 women trained in digital trade under Click-to-Cargo
More than 300 women completed a two-day Click-to-Cargo programme organised by Ghana Digital Centres Limited, receiving training in importation, affiliate marketing, and online business management to position them in Ghana's digital economy.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →