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BoG Governor Highlights Tough Trade-Offs in Monetary Policy Decisions The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has shed light on the complex and often difficult decisions involved in managing Ghana’s monetary policy, stressing the constant balancing act between controlling inflation and supporting economic growth. Central Banking: A Game of Trade-Offs Speaking at the Governor’s Roundtable during the Kwahu Business Forum 2026, Dr Asiama explained that central banking is fundamentally about making tough choices. According to him, policymakers are frequently faced with competing priorities that require careful judgement. “The work we do is always about trade-offs… trying…
Ghana’s economy is expected to withstand the shocks arising from the ongoing United States–Iran conflict, with analysts projecting only limited direct impact despite rising global uncertainties. According to Fitch Solutions, the country’s strong external position—supported by elevated gold prices and steady export inflows—will help cushion it against the broader economic fallout triggered by tensions in the Middle East. Gold strength to cushion external shocks Fitch Solutions notes that Ghana stands to benefit from persistently high gold prices, even though global prices have experienced some volatility since the conflict began in late February 2026. While gold prices have dipped by about…
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially introduced dedicated regional helplines across all 16 regions in Ghana as part of efforts to improve communication, enhance support services, and ensure quick response to concerns within the education sector. Purpose of the Regional Helplines The newly introduced helplines are designed to strengthen communication between teachers, education staff, and regional education directorates. This initiative aims to eliminate delays and make it easier for stakeholders to access timely assistance. According to GES, the helplines will: This move forms part of a broader strategy to improve efficiency and service delivery across Ghana’s education sector. How…
President John Dramani Mahama has announced the construction of a 60-hectare irrigation facility aimed at supporting year-round tomato production and addressing post-harvest losses in the sector.The project will be complemented by storage and processing facilities to help stabilise supply and prevent seasonal gluts that often lead to significant losses for farmers.Delivering the keynote address at this year’s Kwahu Business Forum on Saturday April 4, the President stated that agriculture and agribusiness will be a top priority of his administration.He revealed government’s plan to adopt a targeted approach by directing investments into selected areas to achieve measurable outcomes within a short…
National Chief Imam Urges President Mahama to Sign Anti-LGBT+ Bill Before His Death National Chief Imam Urges President Mahama to Sign Anti-LGBT+ Bill Before His Death The National Chief Imam of Ghana, through his spokesperson Sheikh Aremeyaw Shaibu, has expressed his wish for the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill—commonly known as the anti-LGBT+ bill—to be passed and assented to before the Imam’s death. The spokesperson emphasized that the Chief Imam considers the legislation an important reflection of Ghanaian cultural and moral values. The comments come as President John Dramani Mahama indicated that while he supports the principle of…
Mahama’s Accra Reset Sets Up Panel to Reshape Global Health Order President John Dramani Mahama has taken a major step toward redefining global health governance through his flagship Accra Reset initiative, with the establishment of a high-level international panel aimed at restructuring the global health system. Formation of a Global Health Reform Panel The Chancery of the Accra Reset has officially announced the creation of a high-level panel on the Reform of Global Health Architecture and Governance. This panel will bring together 18 global experts tasked with developing practical and actionable proposals to reshape the current global health system. The…
A tragic road accident has claimed the lives of seven people, with several others sustaining injuries near Babatokuma in the Kintampo Municipality. Adom News’ Wiafe Akenten reported that the incident occurred in the early hours of Good Friday, April 3, 2026.The crash involved a passenger bus heading south and a truck loaded with tomatoes travelling in the opposite direction toward Burkina Faso. The two vehicles collided head-on, resulting in severe damage and trapping some passengers beneath seats and wreckage, requiring rescuers to extricate them.Emergency responders and bystanders rushed to assist the victims, who were later transported to nearby health facilities…