Bank of Ghana
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Ghanaian Man Left Homeless in Germany Wife Abandons Him
A Ghanaian man describes selling his home to bring his wife to Germany, only to be abandoned and left homeless in Hamburg, while urging others to think carefully before big sacrifices.
Gov’t Halts Sachet Water Price Hike
Ghana’s government has halted a planned sachet water price hike to keep this essential drink affordable for consumers amid economic pressures. Details on the intervention and its impact.
Ghana Traders, Burkina Attacks, and a Smarter Security Idea
After Ghanaian traders were attacked in Burkina Faso, experts say the answer isn’t blame. It’s a ‘hybrid’ security approach that mixes state and community efforts.
Ghanaian Takes Over Gold Mine
Ghanaian businessman Ibrahim Mahama takes over Damang gold mine from South African company, marking a shift in Ghana’s gold industry towards local ownership and control, with hopes of increasing state revenues and building local technical capacity
BoG Chief: Taming Inflation Cost GH¢17B, But 2026 Is Cheaper
Bank of Ghana spent GH¢17 billion to lower inflation in 2025, but Governor Dr. Asiama says keeping prices stable in 2026 will cost far less.
BoG Governor: Ghana’s Inflation Win Cost a Lot, But We’re Done
BoG Governor Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama explains how Ghana tamed inflation, why it cost the central bank so much, and what comes next for the economy and local businesses.