Can Ghana Survive Without External Financial Support?
Ghana’s economy is at a critical turning point. With rising debt, inflationary pressures, and ongoing dependence on external funding, a crucial question emerges:
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Government statistics shows that Gold remains Ghana’s top export commodity.
Ghana’s 2024 Trade Report according to the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), revealed an increasing export strength, with total exports of GH¢294.9 billion compared to imports of GH¢250.2 billion
NPA to deploy automated fuel dispensers to implement 24-hour economy.
The Chief Executive of the NPA, Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo Esq., said the initial phase might include the deployment of automated dispensers at selected petroleum retail outlets,
World Bank warns against premature return to international capital markets
According to him, an early return could send the wrong signal to investors and lead to a reversal of gains made under Ghana’s debt restructuring efforts, exposing the country to unsustainable borrowing costs.
Ghana’s economy losing trade benefits over Istanbul Convention – ICC
The ICC Ghana Secretary General Emmanuel Doni-Kwame has said Ghana is missing out on important trade benefits, because it has not signed the Istanbul Convention which grants access to ATA Carnet – a passport for goods that allows temporary imports without paying duties or taxes
Minister of Tourism Launches Ghana-Norway Cultural Exchange Initiative
A tall list of scheduled events, including workshops and masterclasses, cultural exhibitions and performances, travelling exhibitions and residential programmes, among others, have been lined up throughout the year to December 2025
Fuel prices rises for the third time in 2025 despite NPA assurances.
The Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC) had earlier predicted a slight price hike, citing rising global crude oil prices and the continued depreciation of the cedi as key contributing factors.
While US Slept Today, Markets In Asia And Europe Gained As The Dollar Strengthened
In economic data, U.S. jobless claims fell to 207,000, beating estimates, while economic growth slowed to 2.3% in Q4, down from 3.1% and below expectations of 2.6%. President Trump confirmed 25% tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports starting February 1.
WAPCO to commence a major pipeline maintenance operation.
The maintenance work is essential for regulatory compliance and the overall integrity of the pipeline system.
FAGE AND GEPA TO LEAD A DELAGATION TO SHOWCASE THE NATION’S DIVERSE AGRICULTURAL OFFERING IN EUROPE
The two institutions will lead a delegation of Ghana’s premier horticultural businesses to showcase the nation’s diverse agricultural offerings in Europe from the 5th to the 7th of February.