Ghana risks losing cargo business to Côte d’Ivoire over port delays – Importers warn
The Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG) has called for urgent government action to address growing congestion at the country’s ports, warning that prolonged delays could push importers to redirect their cargo to neighbouring countries, particularly Côte d’Ivoire. According to the Association, persistent delays and uncertainty in cargo clearance are undermining Ghana’s competitiveness as…
Government secures $2bn for Accra-Kumasi Expressway – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that US$2 billion has been secured for the construction of the Accra-Kumasi Expressway, with the funds currently available in a dedicated account at the Bank of Ghana. Speaking at Kwaso near Ejisu in the Ashanti Region during the formal handover of the cleared right-of-way, President Mahama said the availability…
Banks write off GH¢1.23bn in bad loans in first half of 2026
Banks operating in Ghana wrote off GH¢1.23 billion in bad debt during the first half of 2026, according to data from the Domestic Money Banks’ Income Statement. The amount represents a 38% increase compared with the GH¢893.0 million recorded during the same period in 2025. The provision was classified under loan losses and depreciation, reflecting…
Deputy AG accuses GBA of selective criticism over Chief Justice’s comments
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has accused the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) of applying double standards in its criticism of Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie over recent comments concerning state institutions. Speaking on Joy FM’s Top Story on Monday, September 14, Dr Srem-Sai questioned the consistency of the GBA’s position, arguing that similar remarks by previous…
Nana Oye leads female appointees to pay homage to Asantehemaa
A delegation of female government appointees has paid a courtesy visit to the Asantehemaa, Nana Yaa Akyaa II, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi, seeking her support to establish stronger collaboration between women in government and female traditional leaders. The proposed partnership is aimed at addressing issues affecting women, children and the elderly across the…
BOLGA: Educational accountants urged to strengthen GES systems
Educational accountants within the Ghana Education Service (GES) have been encouraged to respect and strengthen existing institutional systems to promote accountability, effective administration and better service delivery. The Regional Accountant and Patron of the Educational Accountants Association of Ghana, Mr Jomo Atariboro, made the call during a three-day regional conference and refresher workshop for educational…
Mahama convenes high-level meeting to strengthen border security and narcotics control
President John Dramani Mahama has called a high-level meeting to assess Ghana’s border security arrangements and develop measures to prevent the trafficking of narcotics and other illicit substances through the country’s ports, airports and land borders. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, September 17, at 12:30 p.m. at the Jubilee House. An invitation issued on…
Mahama to cut sod for Accra-Kumasi Expressway before Christmas
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that construction of the 198.7-kilometre Accra-Kumasi Expressway is expected to commence before Christmas 2026. According to the President, US$2 billion has already been secured in a dedicated account at the Bank of Ghana to finance the project, emphasising that the funds were not borrowed. Speaking at Kwaso near Ejisu…
Finance Minister Targets Early November for 2027 Budget Presentation, Spotlighting Jobs and Infrastructure
Ghana’s Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has revealed that the government plans to present the 2027 National Budget to Parliament during the first week of November 2026. The upcoming fiscal statement promises to center around job creation, large-scale infrastructure investments, and new incentives aimed at business expansion. Speaking in an interview with Kumasi-based Ahenfie…
T-Bill Auction: Government Records 2.8% Oversubscription as Yields Decline
ACCRA, Ghana — Investor demand for Treasury bills remained steady at the latest primary market auction, with total tenders exceeding the government’s target by 2.83%. Data released by the Bank of Ghana shows that investors submitted total bids amounting to GH¢8.20 billion, against a government issuance target of GH¢7.97 billion. This resulted in an oversubscription…