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Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has unveiled one of the most ambitious agro-industrial programmes in Ghana’s recent history—a $500 million oil palm development financing window that aims to drive self-sufficiency, expand plantations,…
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Ghana’s per capita income could triple by 2050 if the government embarks on far-reaching reforms to boost productivity, expand infrastructure, and strengthen human capital, according to the World Bank’s 2025 Policy Notes:Transforming Ghana…
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The World Bank has disputed claims that Ghana’s 2022 economic crisis was primarily caused by external shocks such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia–Ukraine war, insisting the turmoil was rooted in domestic fiscal imbalances and…
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The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has called for the immediate suspension of Dr. Johnson Asiama’s appointment as Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), citing unresolved legal and ethical concerns that threaten the integrity of Ghana’s…
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The World Bank has attributed Ghana’s fiscal challenges to a lack of budget discipline, leading to unchecked public spending, surging interest payments, and increasing financial constraints. In its latest Public Finance Review, the Bank…
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The World Bank Country Director for Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, Robert Taliercio, has cautioned Ghana against hastily re-entering international capital markets, describing such a move as premature and potentially risky. Speaking at…
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Ghana’s economy is set to grow by 4.2% in 2025 and 4.8% in 2026, according to the World Bank’s January 2025 Global Economic Prospects report. However, these projections remain below the pre-pandemic average of 5%, highlighting persistent…
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The World Bank has reiterated its commitment to fostering economic growth and development in African nations, with Ghana as a key focus. The institution aims to finance critical initiatives while addressing challenges related to…
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