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Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited

State-owned bank that launched a loan initiative for persons with disabilities and had its board dissolved by President Mahama in September 2026.

2026-05-152026-09-13

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG) has launched a dedicated loan initiative for persons with disabilities, seeking to move financial inclusion beyond bank-account ownership towards sustainable enterprise development and economic participation.

    CBG launches PWD loan initiative to deepen financial inclusion
  3. Joy Online

    It was this belief, she explained, that prompted her to approach Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG) with her vision of supporting PWD entrepreneurs.

    Support PWD entrepreneurs to grow their businesses – Korklu Foundation Founder
  4. Joy Online

    Deputy Managing Director of Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG), Sheila Azuntaba, says the bank plans to expand its pilot financial inclusion initiative for persons with disabilities across the country, stressing the need to move PWD support beyond grants towards sustainable ac

    CBG to take PWD finance nationwide – Deputy Managing Director
  5. Joy Online

    The Managing Director of Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG), Dr Naomi Wolali Kwetey, has announced a dedicated financing initiative for entrepreneurs with disabilities, saying the bank intends to broaden access to formal credit while maintaining responsible lending standards.

    CBG to expand responsible credit access for PWD-owned businesses – Managing Director
  6. Joy Online

    The affected institutions are Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited, the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST), the Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO), Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG), Ghana Post Company Limited, the Road Maintenance Trust Fund, TDC Ghana L

    Dissolving inactive SOE boards is justified – Dennis Miracles Aboagye
  7. The Ghanaian Times

    The affected institutions include Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited, Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST), Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO) and Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG).

    President dissolves boards of 9 state institutions
  8. Joy Online

    The affected institutions are the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST), Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO), Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG), Ghana Post Company Limited, Road Maintenance Trust Fund, TDC Ghana Li

    Boards’ dissolution: Mahama won’t tolerate indiscipline, poor performance – Secretary
  9. The Ghanaian Times

    The affected institutions are Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited, Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST), Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO), Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG), Ghana Post Company Limited and the Road Maintenance Trust Fund.

    President Mahama dissolves boards of nine state institutions
  10. The Chronicle

    The affected institutions are Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited, Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST), Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO), Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG) and Ghana Post Company Limited.

    Mahama dissolves boards of nine state institutions
  11. Daily Guide

    The affected institutions are Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited, Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST), Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO), Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited (CBG), Ghana Post Company Limited, Road Maintenance Trust Fund, Tema Development Corpor

    President Mahama Dissolves Nine State Institution Boards
Business

CBG launches loan initiative for persons with disabilities

The News

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

Friday 11 September

  1. CBG launches loan initiative for persons with disabilities

    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

  2. Korklu Foundation calls for support to PWD entrepreneurs

    The founder of the Korklu Foundation says persons with disabilities possess significant entrepreneurial potential and need targeted support to strengthen and expand their businesses. She noted that many PWDs are already entrepreneurs with established businesses and the determination to improve their livelihoods, and that society often underestimates their capabilities.

    11 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. CBG plans nationwide expansion of financial services for persons with disabilities

    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

  4. CBG launches financing initiative for entrepreneurs with disabilities

    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

Saturday 5 September

  1. Government's decision to dissolve SOE boards justified, Bawumia campaign says

    The Director of Communications for the Bawumia Campaign Team says the government's dissolution of state-owned enterprise boards is warranted because many boards have failed to demonstrate meaningful impact and are not contributing effectively to state institutions.

    5 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 3 September

  1. President Mahama dissolves boards of nine state institutions

    President John Dramani Mahama has dissolved the boards of nine state-owned institutions with immediate effect, including Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited, BOST, VALCO, and Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited.

    3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Mahama warns appointees against indiscipline and poor performance

    President John Dramani Mahama has warned ministers, chief executives, board members and other political appointees that conduct undermining government cohesion, institutional authority or policy implementation will not be tolerated. The warning follows the President's dissolution of nine state institution boards and recent ministerial changes.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. President Mahama dissolves boards of nine state institutions

    President John Dramani Mahama has dissolved the boards of nine state institutions with immediate effect, including Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited, BOST, VALCO, CBG, Ghana Post Company Limited, Road Maintenance Trust Fund, TDC Ghana Limited, GNPC, and the National Sports Authority. Sector ministers have been directed to implement the dissolutions in accordance with applicable laws, with the boards to be reconstituted in due course.

    2 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Mahama dissolves boards of nine state institutions

    President John Dramani Mahama has dissolved the boards of nine state institutions including Prestea Sankofa Gold Limited, BOST, VALCO, Consolidated Bank Ghana, Ghana Post, the Road Maintenance Trust Fund, TDC Ghana, GNPC, and the National Sports Authority, with immediate effect to allow for reconstitution.

    2 September 2026 · The Chronicle

  4. President Mahama dissolves boards of nine state institutions

    President John Dramani Mahama has dissolved the boards of nine state institutions, including BOST, VALCO, CBG, Ghana Post, GNPC, and NSA, with immediate effect. Sector ministers have been directed to implement the dissolution in accordance with applicable laws, and the boards will be reconstituted in due course.

    2 September 2026 · Daily Guide

Monday 31 August

  1. CBG's total assets grow to GH¢17.86 billion in 2025

    Consolidated Bank Ghana's total assets increased 7.33 per cent to GH¢17.86 billion in 2025, driven by higher investment securities and supported by growth in customer deposits to GH¢14.53 billion and interest income to GH¢2.22 billion, according to the 2025 State Ownership Report.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Kasapreko completes oversubscribed IPO, third in six months

    Kasapreko PLC raised GH¢700 million through an oversubscribed IPO with GH¢1.73 billion in subscriptions from 18,781 investors. The beverage manufacturer's listing marks the third major IPO on the Ghana Stock Exchange in six months, signaling a structural revival in equity listings after years of subdued issuance.

    16 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Friday 15 May

  1. Consolidated Bank Ghana conducts free health screening in Adaklu

    Consolidated Bank Ghana Limited held a free health screening exercise for nearly one thousand women in Adaklu Ayaafo, checking for blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels as part of corporate social responsibility and Mother's Day celebrations. Those with conditions received free medication or referral to hospital for further treatment.

    15 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

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