Government to Revive Law on Recovery of Criminal Proceeds
The Ministry of Justice has revealed plans to reintroduce the Criminal Proceeds Recovery Act to strengthen the legal framework for […]
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Ghana Starts Gold Refining, Boosting Resource Sovereignty
Ghana has moved to capture greater value from its gold sector by launching local refining operations for artisanal and small-scale miners.
Land Seizures Defended by Zimbabwe’s President Amid Talks of Superiority
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa defended the country’s land reform, saying reclaimed land from colonial settlers was returned to Zimbabweans despite triggering decades of international sanctions. The government has pledged $3.5 billion to compensate displaced white farmers but has struggled to meet payment deadlines.
DVLA Issues Warning: DV Plates Not Meant for Everyday Driving
The Driver Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has warned that DV plates are not intended for regular use on public roads and should only be used for testing and official purposes.
Vice President Flags Export Struggles Facing African Small Businesses
Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has expressed concern over the low participation of African SMEs in export trade, noting that fewer than 20 per cent engage in cross-border business. She said financial, regulatory and structural barriers continue to limit the involvement of women and young people, slowing regional trade, industrial growth and job creation across the continent.
Trade Ministry claims diplomatic victory as U.S. extends AGOA for Ghana
The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry says Ghana has secured a major reprieve in its trade relationship with the
Rising import pressures force South Africa’s leading paper company to shut down.
MPact, a major South African paper and plastics manufacturer, has announced plans to proceed with retrenchments as it contemplates closing
Nigeria: FG approves digital fish import licensing to boost local fish production
The Federal Government has approved the introduction of a digital system for fish import licensing to improve regulation and support
South Africa increases minimum wage by 5% to ease cost-of-living pressures.
South Africa announced on Tuesday that it will increase the national minimum wage by 5% starting 1 March, raising the hourly rate to R30.23 ($1.89) from the previous R28.79 ($1.80).
Ghana’s inflation slows to 3.8%, lowest in nearly 27 years
Ghana’s disinflationary trend deepened in January 2026, with headline inflation easing to 3.8 percent, the lowest recorded in nearly 27