Month: December 2025

Reforms will shield Ghana from another financial meltdown – BoG Governor

Business

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama, has announced that a new wave of legislative and policy reforms will act as a critical “firewall” to protect the nation from a return to the financial distress experienced just three years ago. Speaking at the listing of First Atlantic Bank on the Ghana Stock […]

Women in Ahafo receive support to start poultry farming

News

A group of twelve women, including individuals with disabilities, in the Ahafo Region have been provided with poultry and essential supplies to launch their own farming businesses and enhance their economic well-being. During a presentation held in Goaso, each woman was given five fowls along with feed and other necessary start-up resources. Felicia Serwaa, the […]

Ama K. Abebrese Condemns Appointment of Officials with Sexual assault Allegations

Entertainment, News

Renowned actress and women’s rights advocate Ama K. Abebrese has issued a scathing critique of the recent appointment of men with documented histories or allegations of sexual assault and harassment into significant government positions. In a statement released on December 18, 2025, during the global “16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence,” Abebrese argued that […]

GoldBod Jewellery launch December homecoming promo for diaspora visitors

Business

GoldBod Jewellery Limited, in collaboration with the Ghana Tourism Authority, has introduced an exclusive December campaign designed to celebrate Ghana’s gold heritage while welcoming the diaspora and international tourists back for the holidays. This month-long initiative offers significant discounts on the brand’s entire selection of handcrafted gold pieces across its various showrooms nationwide. To take […]

Gold Fields Ghana and MIIF Partner to Drive Investment and ESG Excellence

Business

On December 18, 2025, senior leadership from Gold Fields Ghana and the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) convened to explore operational synergies and future investment prospects. The meeting underscored the immense importance of the Ghanaian market to Gold Fields’ global operations, as the country currently accounts for nearly one-third of the company’s total worldwide production. […]

Parliament approves GH₵357bn budget for 2026

Business, News

The Parliament of Ghana has officially authorized a total government expenditure of GH₵357 billion for the 2026 fiscal year through the successful passage of the Appropriation Number Two Bill, 2025. This legislative approval empowers the government to draw from the Consolidated Fund and other public accounts starting January 1, 2026, ensuring the continuity of essential […]

Bank of Ghana to tighten monetary policy in the first half of 2026

Business

The Bank of Ghana is anticipated to adopt a more restrictive monetary stance during the first half of 2026 as a proactive measure against inflation. According to market analysis by IC Securities, the central bank is expected to keep real policy rates in the double digits to prevent a second wave of price increases following […]

Trump Administration Suspends Green Card Lottery Following Multi-State Campus Attacks

International

President Donald Trump has ordered an immediate halt to the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program after law enforcement identified a 48-year-old Portuguese national, Claudio Neves Valente, as the perpetrator of a violent crime spree in the Northeast. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Secretary of State Marco Rubio have suspended all processing and visa issuances for […]

Ashanti Region Crackdown: 380 Drivers Arrested Over Illegal Christmas Fare Hikes

News

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has announced the arrest of 380 commercial drivers for charging passengers fees that exceed the legally approved rates. This enforcement operation, which commenced in November 2025, is part of a strategic effort to protect commuters from exploitation during the high-demand Christmas season. To further assist travelers, the Regional […]

GoldBod is a ‘game changer’ for Ghana’s economy – Dalex Finance CEO

Business

At the JoyBusiness Review 2025 economic forum, Joe Jackson, the Chief Executive Officer of Dalex Finance, characterized the GoldBod initiative as a transformative “game changer” for the Ghanaian economy. He explained that the program’s timing was exceptionally fortunate, as its rollout coincided with a dramatic surge in international gold prices, which climbed from approximately $2,000 […]