October 28, 2026
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Tema Port Delays Push Demurrage Costs Onto Importers as IEAG Seeks Emergency Meeting With Finance Minister
Oct 23, 2026
Delays in moving containers through Tema Port are raising concerns about how costs are allocated between importers and service providers, with the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana seeking an…
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Ghana by the Numbers: Population, Economy, Governance and the Data That Tells the Story
Quick Facts Population: 35.1 million (2025 estimate) GDP growth: 6.0% in 2025 Inflation: 5.4% by December 2025 Public debt: GH¢641.1 billion (44.7% of GDP) Regions: 16…
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NEWS & POLITICS
How to Check Whether a Political Claim Is True: A Practical Guide for Ghanaian Voters
Every election season, Ghanaians are bombarded with claims. A politician says the economy grew by 5%.…
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Fake News, Misinformation and Propaganda: How to Spot the Difference
The terms get thrown around constantly. A politician dismisses an unfavourable story as “fake news.” A…
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How to Read Government Statistics Without Getting Misled: A Guide for the Everyday Ghanaian
Every month, the Ghana Statistical Service releases numbers. Inflation fell to 25.8% in March 2024. GDP…
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Best Urban Parks in Accra for Jogging and Walking
Oct 19, 2026
Finding a safe, shaded place to run or walk in Accra is not always easy. Traffic is heavy, sidewalks are limited, and the heat can…
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Tema Port Delays Push Demurrage Costs Onto Importers as IEAG Seeks Emergency Meeting With Finance Minister
Oct 23, 2026
Delays in moving containers through Tema Port are raising concerns about how costs are allocated between importers and service providers, with the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana…
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Why Insurance Penetration in Ghana Remains Low — The 0.63% Reality, the 80% Informal Sector, and the Trust Deficit That Won’t Close
Why Insurance Penetration in Ghana Remains Low — Ghana’s insurance…
Ghana’s Insurance Industry Is Bigger Than Most People Realize — The GH¢17.9bn Sector, GH¢7.34bn Revenue and the 1% Penetration Paradox
Ghana’s Insurance Industry Is Bigger Than Most People Realize —…
How Insurance Companies in Ghana Actually Make Money — Underwriting Profit, Investment Income, and the Three Numbers That Decide If an Insurer Sinks or Swims
How insurance companies in Ghana actually make money – GH¢7.34bn…
Third-Party vs Comprehensive Insurance in Ghana – The Mandated Minimum, the Fraud Tax, and the GH¢18,000 Out‑of‑Pocket Lesson
Third‑party insurance in Ghana costs GH¢557, while comprehensive runs 5–7%…
Tema Port Delays Push Demurrage Costs Onto Importers as IEAG Seeks Emergency Meeting With Finance Minister
Delays in moving containers through Tema Port are raising concerns…
LPG Prices Jump 18.5%, Adding GH¢48 to a 15kg Refill as SEMPA Africa Calls for Targeted Relief
Ghanaian households are facing higher cooking costs after an 18.5%…
Specialist Says Ghana’s Banks Must Design SME Products Around Real Business Timelines
Maame Yaa Owusu-Amoah says Ghana’s banks must design SME products…
Ghana’s Cannabis Industry Stalls as $45,000 Licensing Fees Deter Investors
Ghana’s cannabis industry is struggling to attract investment, as licensing…
Dangote Says a Son Is ‘Not My Priority’ — and His Daughters Could Lead the Empire
What happens to a $50+ billion fortune when its founder…
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GMWU Urges Government to Clarify Mining Policy to Avoid Stakeholder Uncertainty
The Ghana Mineworkers’ Union (GMWU) has called on the government…
Cybersecurity Key to Africa’s Financial Inclusion Drive – BoG Deputy Governor Urges
The Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana has emphasized…
The Hidden Risks in Ghana’s Economy Every Business Must Understand
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CURRENCY MARKET
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Exchange Rates
| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 11.64 | -0.03 | -0.24% |
| GBP/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 15.50 | -0.08 | -0.49% |
| EUR/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 12.97 | -0.08 | -0.63% |
| NGN/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 0.01 | +0.00 | +0.24% |
| CAD/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 8.29 | -0.03 | -0.42% |
| ZAR/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 0.70 | 0.00 | -0.25% |
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Fuel Prices
| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol28 Oct 2026 | GH₵16.59 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Diesel28 Oct 2026 | GH₵18.11 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
Data source: ASJ API Ghana
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