- 24 Hour Economy , Business , Economy , Finance , Ghana , Majority , NDC , News , Parliament , Politics
- March 18, 2025
- 86 views
Finance Minister urges Parliament to support 2025 budget estimates
Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has urged Parliament to fully support the government’s 2025 budget estimates, highlighting key revenue and expenditure measures designed to drive economic growth and support…
Review of Fiscal Responsibility Act is a laudable step – Dr Priscilla Baffour
Dr Priscilla Twumasi-Baffour, an economist and senior lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School, has commended the government for its decision to review the Fiscal Responsibility Act, describing it…
- Banks , Business , Economy , Finance , Ghana , Majority , NDC , News , Parliament , Politics
- March 14, 2025
- 77 views
Ato Forson introduces bills to remove E-Levy, Emissions Levy, and Betting Tax
On March 13, 2025, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson presented three significant bills to Parliament, aiming to repeal certain taxes that have been subjects of public debate. The proposed…
2024 growth was due to digitalisation, not mining as stated by Ato Forson – Dr. Amin Adam
The former Minister for Finance and current Ranking Member of Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has challenged Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson’s assertion that Ghana’s economic growth…
- 24 Hour Economy , Business , Economy , Finance , Ghana , Majority , NDC , News , NPP , Politics
- March 14, 2025
- 53 views
NPP government handed a strong and healthy economy to NDC – Minority
Former Finance Minister and Ranking Member of Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has insisted that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration left behind a robust and stable economy…
Only 3 SOEs paid dividends in 2024 – Finance Minister Ato Forson
The number of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) contributing dividends to Ghana’s economy remains alarmingly low, with only three SOEs making payments in 2024. This was revealed by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel…
- 24 Hour Economy , Business , Economy , Finance , Ghana , Majority , NDC , Politics
- March 12, 2025
- 53 views
Finance minister to present bill under certificate of urgency to abolish betting tax and E-Levy
Accra, Ghana – The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, is set to present a bill before Parliament under a certificate of urgency to abolish the Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy)…
Cocoa production dropped by nearly 50% over 3 years – Finance Minister
Cocoa production has declined by nearly 50% over the past three years, posing a significant challenge to the country’s economy and export commitments. This was revealed by Finance Minister Dr.…
- 24 Hour Economy , Business , Economy , Finance , Ghana , Majority , NDC , News , Parliament , Politics
- March 11, 2025
- 75 views
2025 Budget: ‘We inherited an economy in deep crisis’ – Ato Forson
The Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has painted a grim picture of the nation’s economy, describing it as being in “deep crisis.” Delivering the much-anticipated 2025 budget statement in…
24-hour economy policy to be presented to Parliament in due course – Finance Minister
The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that the government’s proposed 24-hour economy policy will be formally presented to Parliament in due course. He made this known…
Court overturns BoG’s revocation of Ideal Finance’s Licence
The High Court (Human Rights Division) has quashed the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) revocation of the operating licence of Ideal Finance Limited. The ruling, which was delivered on Monday, March…
‘Monetary policy alone won’t save Ghana, fiscal discipline must lead’, says Dr Ishmael Yamson
Renowned business leader and economist, Dr. Ishmael Yamson, has cautioned that economic recovery cannot rely on monetary policy alone, stressing that fiscal discipline must be the top priority of the…
NDC gov’t buying time to cover up its incompetence in managing the economy – Minority
The Minority caucus in Parliament has accused the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government of attempting to buy time to cover up its incompetence in managing the country’s economy. Speaking at…
- Bank Of Ghana , Business , Ghana , News
- March 3, 2025
- 91 views
BoG Governor suspends Gold-for-Oil programme
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has announced the suspension of the country’s Gold-for-Oil programme due to unspecified policy and operational challenges. The decision marks…
Power sector challenges deepen as Early Power threatens to cut supply over ECG’s $48.2m debt
Ghana’s power sector is facing renewed challenges as Early Power has threatened to cut its electricity supply due to the Electricity Company of Ghana’s (ECG) failure to settle an outstanding…
- Aviation , Bereavement , Business , Ghana , News
- March 1, 2025
- 70 views
Business Icon Asoma Banda Passes On: A Legacy of Entrepreneurship and Vision
Alhaji Asoma Banda, a renowned Ghanaian businessman and icon, has sadly passed away, leaving a significant void in the business community. He was a trailblazer in several industries, including shipping…
- Bank Of Ghana , Banks , Business , Economy , Finance , Ghana , News , Parliament
- March 1, 2025
- 139 views
Parliament summons BoG Governor on March 5 to address new HQ concerns
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, is set to appear before Parliament on Wednesday, 5th March, 2025, to address concerns surrounding the construction of the…
WAPCo successfully completes maintenance and resumes gas transportation
The West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo) has announced the successful and safe completion of essential pipeline maintenance activities, marking the resumption of gas transportation services across Ghana, Togo, and…
- Access Bank (Ghana) PLC , Banks , Business , Economy , Finance , Ghana , News
- February 22, 2025
- 346 views
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc
Access Bank (Ghana) Plc is a notable player in Ghana’s financial sector, offering a wide range of banking services to individuals, businesses, and corporate clients. As a subsidiary of Access…
- Absa Bank Ghana Limited , Banks , Business , Economy , Finance , Ghana , News
- February 21, 2025
- 212 views
ABSA Bank Ghana Limited
Absa Bank Ghana Limited stands as a prominent financial institution in Ghana, offering a comprehensive suite of banking services tailored to meet the diverse needs of individuals, businesses, and corporations.…
