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Ghana’s producer inflation falls to 18.5% in April. FX rate dips below GH¢12. But bread prices jump 71%!
Summary of Economic and Business News in Ghana May 22 2025 1. The Price Squeeze at Home Consumers are feeling the pinch. A 1.5L...
bernard boateng
3 days ago2 min read
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Maize and Gari prices surge! But electricals drop as cedi gains.
Ghana’s latest macroeconomic indicators reveal a tale of contrast — while the cedi edges up against the dollar, the cost of key local...
bernard boateng
4 days ago1 min read
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Power Wasted: Ghana’s Electricity Crisis Deepens as ECG Loses 32% of Power Purchased in 2024.
In 2024, Ghana’s Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) hit a disturbing milestone: it lost 32% of all electricity it purchased. This means...
bernard boateng
4 days ago2 min read
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Africa's Most Fertile Countries
🤰 Where do women in Africa have the most children? Here's the 2023 ranking by average births per woman. #DataForDevelopment Fertility...
bernard boateng
4 days ago1 min read
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Title: Ghana’s Alarming Food Waste Crisis — A Call for Urgent Action
Ghana is facing an invisible but urgent crisis: food waste. Each year, the country discards food worth GH₵762.32 billion — nearly $64...
bernard boateng
May 131 min read
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Debt-Free or Drowning? A Look at Africa’s Relationship with the IMF
In the ongoing financial journey of African nations, few institutions have played as visible a role as the International Monetary Fund...
bernard boateng
May 102 min read
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Fraud Pulse 2024: Ghana's Financial Sector Faces a Surge in Forgery Risk
Ghana’s financial sector experienced a notable shift in fraud patterns in 2024, with data revealing a 5% rise in reported fraud...
bernard boateng
May 71 min read
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Gender Disparities in Ghana’s Credit Landscape: What 2023 Data Reveals
Introduction While women in Ghana secured the highest number of loans in 2023, the total value of these loans tells a vastly different...
bernard boateng
May 51 min read
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Ghana’s Gold Reserves Triple: A Strategic Move to Strengthen the Economy
April 28, 2025 | Finex Insights Ghana has made a decisive move to fortify its economic resilience by tripling its gold reserves over the...
bernard boateng
Apr 282 min read
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Gasping for Care: The Urgent Case for ICU Bed Equity in Ghana
In 2019, Ghana—a country of over 30 million people—had only 149 ICU beds nationwide. This figure translates to just 0.5 ICU beds per...
bernard boateng
Apr 252 min read
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The Next Pope: Navigating the Crossroads of Tradition and Reform in the Catholic Church
The passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, has ushered the Catholic Church into a period of reflection and...
bernard boateng
Apr 223 min read
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Rising Violence in Ghana’s Senior High Schools.
Introduction In what should be safe spaces for learning and growth, Ghana’s Senior High Schools have witnessed a disturbing rise in...
bernard boateng
Apr 162 min read
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Government rejects Goldfields lease renewal as GoldBod invalidates all PMMC licenses
Your Morning Ghana Money Brief! Quick stats. Sharp insights. Start your day smarter. #CediBoard #GhanaEconomy What Street Prices Say...
bernard boateng
Apr 151 min read
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Ghana’s Mobile Money Surge: A Decade of Digital Financial Inclusion
Over the last decade, Ghana has undergone a financial transformation fueled by the rise of mobile money . What began as a promising...
bernard boateng
Apr 92 min read
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Ghana’s Regional Inflation Divide: What the March 2025 Numbers Reveal
As Ghanaians continue to grapple with the effects of inflation, the latest figures from the Ghana Statistical Service reveal stark...
bernard boateng
Apr 42 min read
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Ghana’s Fuel Pricing Formula: Taxes, Margins, and Exchange Rates Explained
Introduction Fuel prices affect everyone — from commercial drivers to ordinary citizens trying to balance their monthly budget. Yet, many...
bernard boateng
Apr 23 min read
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The Cost of Higher Education: Comparing Academic Fees at Public and Private Universities in Ghana
Education remains one of the most critical investments individuals make in their lives, shaping both career opportunities and personal...
bernard boateng
Mar 262 min read
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Ghana's Rising Import Demand: Economic Expansion or Hidden Environmental Risk?
In recent years, Ghana has experienced significant shifts in import patterns, particularly evident in the 2024 trade statistics. Notably,...
bernard boateng
Mar 242 min read
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Understanding the Implications: Trump's Proposed Travel Ban and Its Impact on Africa
Discussions surrounding a proposed travel ban by the Trump administration sparked widespread dialogue and debate a couple of days ago....
bernard boateng
Mar 202 min read
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Treasury Bill Rates Falling Behind Inflation: What Does It Mean for Ghanaian Investors?
In recent months, Ghana has witnessed a critical development in its financial landscape: a notable divergence between the rates on 91-day...
bernard boateng
Mar 192 min read
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