Petrol prices to drop marginally in February – COPEC
Ghanaian drivers can expect a slight decrease in petrol prices in early February, while diesel costs are projected to remain […]
NPP race: ‘No iota of truth’ – EC rejects Kennedy Agyapong team’s allegations ahead of vote
The Electoral Commission (EC) has denied allegations raised by the campaign team of New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful Kennedy
United Nations renews political mission in Haiti for another year
The United Nations Security Council on Thursday unanimously renewed the mandate of the UN Integrated Office in Haiti (BINUH) for
Secretary-General Warns UN on Brink of Financial Crisis Amid Unpaid Member Contributions
The United Nations is facing a serious financial crisis as many member states fail to pay their mandatory contributions, Secretary-General António Guterres has warned. He described the situation as deepening, threatening the delivery of programs, and cautioned that funds could run out by July if action is not taken.
South African Traders Go Global as CoreProTrade Expands International Access
South African retail investors are increasingly seeking exposure to international markets, driven by a desire for diversification, liquidity, and advanced trading tools.
CoreProTrade, a regulated South African brokerage, offers access to CFDs across forex, equities, commodities, and indices without owning the underlying assets.
The platform emphasizes strong compliance, mobile access, and professional-grade infrastructure, catering to a growing segment of sophisticated domestic traders.
US Reasserts Presence in Africa
The United States is shifting its approach in Africa, prioritizing private investment, infrastructure financing, and trade integration over traditional aid.
A new Strategic Infrastructure and Investment Working Group with the African Union aims to fund projects in transport, energy, and digital networks.
The initiative reflects Washington’s effort to strengthen influence as global competition on the continent intensifies.
Bank NPLs Fall to 18.9% in December 2025, Still High – BoG
Ghana’s bank NPLs fell to 18.9% in December 2025, down from 21.8% last year.
The Bank of Ghana says efforts to tackle bad loans and enforce stricter credit rules are ongoing.
Despite the decline, NPLs remain relatively high.
Nipah virus spread beyond India considered minimal, says WHO
The World Health Organization has assessed the likelihood of the Nipah virus spreading beyond India as minimal, following the confirmation
Ghana’s Security Fragile Amid Rising Regional Threats
President John Dramani Mahama has warned that Ghana’s security remains fragile amid rising instability across the West African sub-region.
He identified violent extremism, terrorism and transnational crime as key threats, particularly along Ghana’s northern borders.
The President stressed that safeguarding the nation requires a collective effort beyond the security services alone.
Kenya Ends Macadamia Harvest and Trade Ban
The Kenyan government has lifted the seasonal ban on the harvesting and trading of macadamia nuts, allowing activities to resume from February 2026.