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Ghana Economic Outlook: Fuel Prices Rise, Government Launches Poultry Drive, and Cocoa Harvest Booms
A marginal fuel price hike is set to impact consumers, the government is taking a bold step towards food sovereignty with a major poultry initiative, and the cocoa season is off to a roaring start. Let's dive into the numbers and the stories behind them. Marginal Fuel Price Hike to Take Effect from October 1 Ghanaian drivers and businesses should prepare for a slight increase in the cost of petroleum products starting Wednesday, October 1, 2025. Projected Price Adjustments Ac
bernard boateng
Oct 1, 20253 min read


DStv Slashes Prices 33-50% for Ghanaian Subscribers as GAF Launches Nationwide Recruitment
Ghana's consumer and public service landscape sees significant developments, with major savings announced for television subscribers,...
bernard boateng
Sep 30, 20253 min read


ECG Posts Record GH¢1.74bn Revenue as World Bank Warns Ghana Against Eurobond Return
Ghana's economic landscape presents a complex picture this week, featuring record-breaking utility performance alongside concerning debt...
bernard boateng
Sep 29, 20253 min read


Tourism Boosts Ghana's Economy by GH¢15.2bn as BoG Injects $243m to Stabilize Cedi
Ghana's economic landscape shows vibrant activity across multiple sectors this week, with tourism emerging as a major revenue driver, the...
bernard boateng
Sep 26, 20253 min read


Ghana's Port Traffic Jumps 28% as Lending Rates Set to Fall Below 20%
Ghana's economic indicators show robust activity across key sectors, with significant growth in port operations, promising declines in...
bernard boateng
Sep 25, 20253 min read


PURC Raises Electricity Tariffs 1.14% as Fuel Prices Climb; DSTv Committee Gets Extension
Ghana's consumer landscape sees measured adjustments this week as utility and fuel prices inch upward while regulators extend deadlines...
bernard boateng
Sep 24, 20253 min read


Ghana's $3.5bn Food Import Bill Under Threat as Galamsey Pollution Spreads; Gold Trading Revolution Looms
Ghana faces a critical juncture in its economic development as environmental threats to agriculture collide with financial market...
bernard boateng
Sep 23, 20253 min read


BoG Projects Single-Digit Inflation by 2025 as Teachers Threaten Strike Over Salary Arrears
Ghana's economic landscape this week presents a tale of promising macroeconomic indicators against a backdrop of pressing social...
bernard boateng
Sep 22, 20253 min read


Ghana's Widening Pension Gap: SSNIT's Top Earner Gets GH¢200k Monthly While the Lowest Receives GH¢514
Ghana's socio-economic landscape this week reveals stark contrasts: a dramatic pension inequality, a major expansion in regional air...
bernard boateng
Sep 19, 20253 min read


Ghana Records Largest-Ever Policy Rate Cut: What the 350bps Move Means for the Economy
Introduction On September 17, 2025, the Bank of Ghana made history by cutting its policy rate by 350 basis points (bps) , slashing it from 25% to 21.5% . This unprecedented move represents the largest single rate cut in the country’s monetary history . But what does this mean for businesses, households, and the broader economy? Ghana Records Largest-Ever Policy Rate Cut The Significance of the Policy Rate The policy rate, also known as the benchmark interest rate, is the prim
bernard boateng
Sep 18, 20252 min read


BoG Slashes Policy Rate to 21.5% as Producer Inflation Hits 22-Month Low
Ghana's economic landscape shows promising signs of stabilization this week as the central bank implements aggressive monetary easing,...
bernard boateng
Sep 18, 20253 min read


Ghana's Debt Rises to GH¢628.8bn as Exports Hit $17bn
Ghana's economic landscape presents a mixed picture this week, with rising public debt contrasting with strong export performance and...
bernard boateng
Sep 17, 20253 min read


Fuel Prices Set to Increase as Cedi Weakens. Ghana Targets 60% Coconut Export Growth
Ghana's economic landscape faces renewed pressure this week as currency depreciation drives fuel prices upward, while the government...
bernard boateng
Sep 16, 20253 min read


Ghana's Honey Set for EU. Gold Prices Increase & Banks Impose 5% FX Fee.
Ghana's economic landscape reveals a nation strategically positioning itself across multiple sectors - from agricultural exports and...
bernard boateng
Sep 15, 20253 min read


IMF Projects Ghana's Debt to Fall to 60% of GDP as World Bank Disburses $360M
Ghana's economic reform program is yielding significant dividends, with international financial institutions acknowledging substantial...
bernard boateng
Sep 12, 20253 min read


Ghana's Economy Grows 6.3% as MPC Eyes Rate Cut and Gas Tariff Set to Double
Ghana’s economic landscape reveals a nation in robust recovery, with strong growth figures paving the way for monetary policy easing....
bernard boateng
Sep 11, 20253 min read


Ghana Water Utility Seeks 281% Hike. Gold Exports Hit $6.3bn as Cedi crosses 12 against USD
Ghana’s economic narrative this week is one of stark contrasts: a significantly stronger Cedi boosting national pride, while essential...
bernard boateng
Sep 10, 20253 min read


Ghanaian Banks on YouTube: Who Is Winning the Social Media Game?
In today’s digital economy, banks are competing for more than just deposits and loans. Social media especially YouTube has become a powerful stage for financial institutions to educate, engage, and build trust with customers. But when it comes to Ghanaian banks, which institutions are really winning the YouTube game? Ghanaian Banks on YouTube The Leaders in Subscribers At the top of the leaderboard, GTBank stands out with over 42.4K subscribers , making it the most-followed
bernard boateng
Sep 9, 20253 min read


ECG Proposes 224% Tariff Hike as Ghana Loses US Aid Over Debt; Cashew Sector Eyes Growth
Ghana’s economic landscape is marked by contrasting narratives this week: a bold move by the national power distributor to secure...
bernard boateng
Sep 9, 20253 min read


Gold Reserves & Mango Exports Boom as Ghana Takes on Multichoice in Pricing Standoff
Ghana’s economic landscape this week reveals a nation confidently asserting itself on multiple fronts, from regulatory bravery and...
bernard boateng
Sep 8, 20253 min read
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