SEC admits 11 Virtual Asset Service Providers into its regulatory sandbox
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Ghana, has admitted 11 Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASPs) into its regulatory sandbox. The move will enable the SEC pilot its products and services in a controlled environment under the regulatory oversight of the Commission. The eleven VASPs are Blu Penguin, HanyPay, Goldbod, Africoin, Hyro Exchange Gh Ltd., HSB Global […]
We want to make Ghana the hub for production and exporting to the rest of Africa – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has spoken about the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) duing a meeting held at the Blue House with the President of Korea, Lee Jae-Myung. During the discussion on Wednesday, March 11, President Mahama highlighted that the headquarters of the AfCFTA is based in Accra, Ghana. He also indicated that the […]
Geopolitical shocks are now the norm, Ghana must fix its economy from within – Theo Acheampong
Economist and political risk specialist Dr Theo Acheampong says Ghana must focus on strengthening its internal economic management amid rising geopolitical shocks that are becoming more frequent and unpredictable. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business Edition on Thursday, Dr Acheampong warned that the global environment has changed, with major geopolitical disruptions now occurring far […]
US, UK, China pressure Ghana to stop gold royalty hike
Ghana is being pressured to stop a planned increase in gold royalties that could hurt some of the world’s largest mining companies, according to three sources and a letter seen by Reuters. Ghana, Africa’s top gold producer, wants to replace its fixed 5% royalty with a sliding scale from 5% to 12%, linked to gold […]
Ghana signs debt restructuring deal with Belgium
Ghana has signed a debt restructuring agreement with Belgium as part of ongoing efforts to stabilise the country’s public finances following the severe economic crisis of 2022–2023. Speaking at the signing ceremony, the Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, recalled the difficult period Ghana endured during the crisis, which forced the government at the […]
Demystifying the 2026 VAT reforms: why the new system benefits consumers and businesses alike
On January 1, 2026, Ghana embarked on a landmark journey towards a more transparent and efficient tax system. The recent VAT reforms represent a strategic shift from the old “Flat Rate” and “cascading” models towards a standard and unified regime. While any major policy change can spark debate, it is essential to look beyond the […]
Ghana Link secures ISO/IEC certification for new tier IV data centre supporting ICUMS
Ghana Link Network Services Ltd has announced that its new Kumasi Tier IV Data Centre, which hosts and supports operations of the Integrated Customs Management System (ICUMS), has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, an internationally recognised benchmark for information security management. The certification, awarded by CertiTrust following an independent audit, validates Ghana Link’s Information Security Management […]
Gov’t settles GH¢10bn interest under DDEP
The government has announced the payment of GH¢10 billion in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). In a statement issued on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the Ministry of Finance said the payment represents the sixth coupon settlement under the programme and the second full cash payment made without any Payment-In-Kind component. “The […]
Cedi safe amid digital asset growth – BoG
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has clarified that digital innovation, and virtual assets will not sideline or weaken the Ghana cedi, assuring the public that the local currency remains central to the country’s monetary system. The Acting Head of FinTech and Innovation at the Bank, Owuraku Asare, said digital financial developments are intended to complement […]
Ghana, Spain deepen agribusiness ties as GB Foods calls on Trade Minister, unveils 6k-acre tomato project
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to supporting large-scale local raw material production following high-level discussions with the Spanish Ambassador to Ghana, Angel Lossada Torres-Quevedo, the CEO of GB Foods Africa, Vicenç Bosch, the Director, Institutional Affairs & Agribusiness, Africa of GB Foods Dr. J. Teddy Ngu and […]