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Domestic VAT collections for the first five months of 2025 rose by 33.6 percent to GH¢8.31 billion, compared to GH¢6.22 billion the same period last year.
Ghana in Numbers


Understanding Ghana's Key Economic Indicators: A Deep Dive into the October 2, 2025 Data
The economic landscape of Ghana is a dynamic and constantly shifting one, with key indicators providing vital snapshots of the nation's...


Ghana Records Largest-Ever Policy Rate Cut: What the 350bps Move Means for the Economy
Introduction On September 17, 2025, the Bank of Ghana made history by cutting its policy rate by 350 basis points (bps) , slashing it...


Ghanaian Banks on YouTube: Who Is Winning the Social Media Game?
In today’s digital economy, banks are competing for more than just deposits and loans. Social media especially YouTube has become a...
Cedi Board


Fuel Prices Drop, IMF Ups Growth Forecast, and BoG Regulates Digital Credit
The Cedi is making big moves! With the IMF raising Ghana's 2025 growth forecast to 4% and a stronger Cedi triggering an immediate drop in fuel prices, the economy is showing impressive resilience. Key financial decisions, from the Bank of Ghana’s move to regulate the digital lending space to new perspectives on property investment, are setting the stage for the future. Let's break down the latest numbers and news shaping Ghana's economic landscape. Market Stability: T-Bills


TOR's Comeback, Major Fraud Charges, and a Life-Saving Policy Shift: Ghana's Economic Pulse
The Market Snapshot The price of GHACEM cement, grade 42.5R is currently ₵ 115 , holding the same price as October 2024. There has also been an impactful decrease in the price of Mild Steel Iron Rods (8mm) to ₵5,700 per ton, down from ₵7,000 earlier this year. This significant drop should bring relief to the construction sector , potentially lowering the cost of building homes and infrastructure. The Bank of Ghana (BOG) Interbank Selling Rate pegs the dollar at GH\c11.91


Cedi Strength & $385M IMF Boost: Ghana’s Financial and Football Wins
The Ghanaian Cedi is showing significant strength, with year-on-year appreciation against major international currencies, notably an over 23% gain against the Dollar . This positive momentum is reinforced by Ghana's major economic victory: passing the fifth IMF review, which unlocks a crucial $385 million fund. Simultaneously, a compelling Solar Cold-chain-as-a-service opportunity addresses the nation's post-harvest loss crisis. Let's break down the latest numbers and news
Africa in Focus


Africa’s Life Expectancy Divide: A 22-Year Gap That Tells a Bigger Story.
Across Africa, people are living longer than ever before but not equally so . According to the World Population Prospects 2024 , the...


Africa’s Longest-Serving Presidents: 5 Leaders Who Have Held Office for Over 30 Years
Africa’s political landscape is home to some of the world’s longest-standing presidents. As of 2025, five leaders have ruled their...


How Africa Connects: A Deep Dive into Mobile Data Costs Across the Continent
Mobile internet has become a lifeline across Africa powering communication, education, entrepreneurship, and governance. Yet, the price...
Sports


Abedi Ayew Pele at 60 – A Legacy Etched in African Football
Few African footballers have left a legacy as enduring and inspiring as Abedi Ayew Pele . At 60, the Ghanaian legend stands tall not just...


Scoring Efficiency: Ranking Ghana’s EPL Legends by Goals-Per-Match Ratio
Ghana has produced a line of exceptional footballers who've graced the English Premier League (EPL). While total goals often steal the...


From Ghana to the Euros: Tracing Ghana's Football Heritage Through EURO 2024
As the world turns its eyes to EURO 2024, a quiet yet powerful narrative unfolds—one that speaks of legacy, diaspora, and identity. While...
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Côte d’Ivoire Leads Global Cocoa Production in 2023: A Look at the Numbers
Cocoa remains one of the most economically significant crops worldwide, fueling a multi-billion-dollar chocolate industry. According to...


The Next Pope: Navigating the Crossroads of Tradition and Reform in the Catholic Church
The passing of Pope Francis on April 21, 2025, at the age of 88, has ushered the Catholic Church into a period of reflection and...


Coups and Development: A Global Trend
The world has seen its fair share of political unrest and power struggles. From 1950 to 2022, the number of coup attempts across...
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