Remarks on the state of ghanaian economy delivered at inaugral launch of think progress ghana by former president john dramani mahama thursday 30TH JUNE 2022. Good afternoon my fellow countrymen and women. It is a real pleasure to be part of the inaugural launch of Think Progress Ghana. Our public […]
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Fire Ofori-Atta and stop borrowing – Mahama to Akufo-Addo
source: ghanaown.com In light of the nation’s economic collapse, former President John Dramani Mahama has advised his successor, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, to fire Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta. At the official launch of Think Progress Ghana in Accra today, Thursday, 30 June 2022, Mr. Mahama gave a speech on […]
Ghana International Bank fined £5.8 million by UK regulator
The regulator of financial services firms and financial markets in the UK, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has fined the Ghana International Bank (GIB) £5.8 million pounds for breaching anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls.The FCA in a decision notice today said the GIB failed to establish and maintain appropriate […]
‘Motorbike sold at Ghc4k under Mahama now Ghc10k’ — Okada riders, trotro drivers, spare parts dealers join Arise Ghana demo
The Okada riders, trotro drivers and spare parts dealers have coalited to participate in the upcoming June 28 Arise Ghana demonstration, citing how the current administration has made life extremely difficult for them. On Thursday, June 23, 2022, the three aforementioned associations held a press conference to demand better working […]
Tax component on fuel not 40% or 30% as speculated — NPA
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has debunked claims that taxes and levies on petroleum products hugely account for the surge in the prices of fuel as being speculated by a section of the public. “The taxes in the price of fuel is not 40% or 30% as it’s being speculated […]
Revive TOR to tackle cedi depreciation and inflation – copec
The Executive Director of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah says Ghana’s economy will remain overly exposed to volatility on the global market if it does not commit resources to make the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) efficient. According to him, an efficiently operating Tema Oil Refinery will ensure […]
The 5 most important financial lessons for teens
Source:mynewsghana.com Parents with teenagers know nothing comes easy, including money management. But with young adults facing mounting levels of student loans and credit card debt, building a strong financial foundation early on is more important than ever. Learn how teens tend to spend and save, and consider teaching them age-appropriate […]
6 ways to tackle financial stress
Source: mynewsghana.com For many people, financial concerns are ever-present, especially given the uncertainties of today’s economy. While worrying doesn’t solve much, having a plan to manage financial challenges can help ease some of the stress. Plus, the monetary benefits of dealing with financial problems—paying off bills, saving more and reducing […]