Author: GN Reporter

In a bold move to fortify Ghana’s financial ecosystem, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has intensified its efforts to address a critical yet often overlooked challenge: financial literacy. With the rapid expansion of digital financial services—including mobile money, e-wallets, and fintech innovations—the central bank is under increasing pressure to ensure that citizens, particularly the unbanked and underserved populations, are equipped with the knowledge to navigate these systems safely. This initiative comes as digital finance adoption surges across Ghana, accompanied by rising risks such as fraud, cybercrime, and financial exclusion. The Urgency of Financial Literacy in a Digital-First Economy Ghana’s financial…

The Nigerian entertainment industry is undergoing one of its most radical transformations since the rise of home video in the 1990s. Once dominated by rigid, top-down models—where film releases were tied to cinema schedules and television dictated linear programming—the sector is now being reshaped by a mobile-first streaming revolution. This shift isn’t just technological; it’s a cultural and economic upheaval, democratising content creation and empowering independent creators to bypass traditional gatekeepers. As Nigeria’s media and entertainment industry projects revenues approaching $5 billion, the driving force behind this boom is the explosive growth of the creator economy, now home to over…

Ghana’s ambitious Agenda 111 hospital construction initiative faces a significant financial hurdle, with the government estimating a GH¢20 billion shortfall to complete the remaining projects, according to Mr. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Minister of Health. Speaking before Parliament’s Government Assurances Committee on Thursday, Akandoh highlighted systemic funding gaps that have left several critical healthcare facilities incomplete despite prior commissions. Funding Shortfalls and Incomplete Facilities The Minister emphasized that the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration failed to secure reliable and sustainable financing for Agenda 111, unlike the Eurojet project, which had dedicated funding mechanisms in place. Despite GH¢4.8 billion already…

Africa’s economic landscape is undergoing a transformative shift, with pension assets exceeding $3 trillion and intra-African trade reaching a record $220 billion in 2025. These figures, coupled with a projected 4% economic growth rate for 2026, underscore the continent’s growing self-reliance and strategic economic positioning. At the third edition of the Africa Unlocked Conference in Cape Town, South Africa, industry leaders and financial experts gathered to discuss the continent’s evolving economic trajectory, highlighting key trends, challenges, and opportunities that define Africa’s future. A New Era of Intra-African Trade and Economic Integration The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), now comprising…

Ghana’s digital political landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with conversations increasingly dominated by personalities rather than substantive policy discussions, according to the latest IMANI Pulse Report for June 2026. The report, which analysed 1,797 political mentions across Ghana’s digital information ecosystem over a 30-day period, reveals a troubling trend: while Ghanaians remain highly engaged in national affairs, discussions on governance, economic reforms, foreign policy, infrastructure, and elections are frequently overshadowed by partisan narratives, political posturing, and personality-centric debates. Unlike previous editions that merely gauged sentiment—whether political discourse was positive or negative—the June 2026 report delves deeper, examining the substance…

Ghana’s push toward industrial diversification and economic resilience has received a significant boost with the signing of a $700 million Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Authority (24H+) and Petrochemical Holdings GmbH (PCH). The landmark agreement, announced in Accra, outlines two transformative projects designed to enhance Ghana’s manufacturing capacity, reduce reliance on imports, and foster sustainable job creation while addressing critical environmental challenges in the mining sector. A Dual-Pronged Industrial and Environmental Strategy The MoU establishes two high-impact industrial initiatives under the umbrella of GreenRock Petrochemical Ghana Limited (PCH Ghana), a joint venture between…

The IMANI Pulse June 2026 report, a meticulous analysis of Ghana’s digital political discourse, has uncovered a striking trend: the nation’s public conversations are increasingly dominated by personality-centric narratives rather than substantive policy debates. Using advanced sentiment analysis and thematic tracking, the report dissects how Ghana’s political landscape evolved over the month, revealing a fragmented yet highly engaged digital ecosystem where leadership perception, partisan identity, and emotional appeals often overshadow policy substance. Unlike traditional metrics that merely gauge sentiment as positive or negative, this edition of IMANI Pulse introduces the Substance Index—a data-driven framework that evaluates whether political discussions are…

In a candid and insightful interview, Justice Benjamin Kulendi, a prominent figure in Ghana’s judicial landscape, has debunked persistent claims that judges are the primary cause of delays within the country’s justice system. Speaking during a recent engagement with legal professionals and stakeholders, Justice Kulendi emphasized that systemic inefficiencies, bureaucratic bottlenecks, and resource constraints—rather than judicial inaction—are the root causes of prolonged legal proceedings. The Myth of Judicial Delays For decades, Ghana’s justice system has faced criticism over its sluggishness, with many citizens and legal experts attributing the delays to judicial procrastination. However, Justice Kulendi, a seasoned jurist with extensive…

The Nigerian entertainment industry continues to captivate global audiences with its dynamic blend of personal revelations, high-profile debates, and powerful social statements. This week, celebrities have dominated headlines—not just for their artistic contributions, but for their candid discussions on family dynamics, societal issues, and personal resilience. From a mother’s heartfelt decision to include her ex-husband in her daughter’s wedding to an Afrobeats superstar using a global platform to expose Nigeria’s kidnapping crisis, the narratives unfolding are as diverse as they are impactful. Iyabo Ojo’s Unconventional Love: Prioritizing Family Over Bitterness Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has sparked conversations about forgiveness and…

Ghana has made a significant breakthrough in its efforts to enhance domestic cocoa processing by securing firm offtake agreements for its semi-finished cocoa products from key Gulf nations—the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia. The deal, brokered by the Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC) Ghana Limited, marks a pivotal step in fulfilling President John Mahama’s 50% local processing mandate, which aims to boost value addition within the country’s cocoa industry. A Strategic Shift Toward Domestic Value Addition Under the leadership of Dr. Wisdom Kofi Dogbey, Managing Director of CMC, the company has successfully engaged with leading Gulf commodities institutions and…