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Where the Money in Modern Football Comes From: Broadcast Billions, Commercial Empires and the Ghanaian Reality
Modern football runs on money that flows from three main pipelines: television screens, corporate boardrooms, and stadium turnstiles. At the elite level, the game has become…
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How Football Clubs Make Money: The Broadcast Billions, the Commercial Shift and Ghana’s Survival Struggle
A football club is not just a team. It is a business, and like any business,…
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How Football Agents Make Money: The Commission Machine, the FIFA Fee Cap and Ghana’s Unlicensed Agent Problem
When a footballer signs a lucrative contract or moves clubs for a multi-million-dollar fee, someone else…
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What Is a Release Clause in Football? The Contract Trick That Lets Players Leave—and Why Ghanaian Clubs Rarely Use It
When a player signs a contract, the club usually holds all the power. If another team…
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD/GHS8 Nov 2026 | 11.70 | 0.00 | -0.03% |
| GBP/GHS8 Nov 2026 | 15.66 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| EUR/GHS8 Nov 2026 | 13.06 | +0.00 | +0.00% |
| NGN/GHS8 Nov 2026 | 0.01 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| CAD/GHS8 Nov 2026 | 8.30 | +0.00 | +0.01% |
| ZAR/GHS8 Nov 2026 | 0.71 | 0.00 | -0.04% |
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol8 Nov 2026 | GH₵16.45 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Diesel8 Nov 2026 | GH₵18.45 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
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Nov 6, 2026
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Nigeria recorded 3.33 million barrels of crude oil theft in 2025, with about two-thirds of the reported losses concentrated in the final quarter, a late-year surge that puts…
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Nov 3, 2026
The Thirst Trap: How Africa’s Water Utilities Survive on a Business Model That Loses Money
The water utility is the most essential business in any African city. It is also, in…
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The Uniformed Economy: How Africa’s Private Security Firms Really Operate
The image is familiar across the continent: a guard in a faded uniform, sitting on a…
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The Trash Economies: How Africa’s Waste Crisis Became a Multibillion-Dollar Opportunity
The narrative around waste in Africa has long been one of failure: uncollected refuse, choked drains,…
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Why Traffic Congestion Makes Travelling Across Accra More Expensive
Traffic congestion in Accra is not just an inconvenience that makes you late for work. It is a direct, measurable cost that is baked…
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Best Sports Academies and Football Schools for Children and Teenagers in Accra
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How to Send a Parcel From Ghana Abroad: International Shipping, Costs and Requirements
Sending a parcel from Ghana to another country is not simply a matter of handing it to a…
Courier Services in Accra and Ghana: Comparing Delivery Companies, Prices and Services
Accra’s courier market is crowded, fragmented, and priced by the trip. The real cost is not the quoted…
Best Areas to Live in Accra: A Guide to the City’s Neighbourhoods
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Ghana’s Gold & Oil Drive Economic Growth—But Is It Inclusive and Sustainable?
Despite Ghana’s steady economic growth in recent years, a critical issue persists—who is truly benefiting from it? While GDP figures suggest progress, many businesses and individuals remain trapped…
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7 Key Government Ministers Leading Ghana’s National Economic Dialogue
A member of the National Economic Dialogue Planning Committee, Professor John Gatsi, has emphasized the vital role…
Top 7 Most Dangerous Jobs in Accra That Still Pay Below GHC1,000
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GN Savings Court Ruling Revives Campaign for Locked-Up Funds as Customers Demand Timelines Amid Financial Clean-Up Fallout
Public pressure is intensifying for the immediate release of funds trapped in institutions affected by Ghana’s 2019 financial sector clean-up, following a landmark Court of…
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Joining the Ghana Fire Service: Recruitment Requirements, Guidelines, and Career Path Explained
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Statutory Declaration and Affidavit in Ghana: How to Obtain Them Legally
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Local Marine Cargo Insurance Becomes Mandatory for All Commercial Imports Into Ghana From October 1, 2026
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Best Moving Companies in Accra: 2026 Relocation Guide for Homes and Offices
Relocating in Accra—whether from East Legon to Osu or from Ghana to another country—can be stressful without the right help. Packing, heavy lifting, and logistics all require professional…
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Accra to Abidjan Travel Guide: Flights, Buses, Costs & More
Traveling from Accra, Ghana, to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire is a common journey for business travelers, tourists, and those…
What Accra Will Look Like by 2030: A Vision of the Capital’s Future
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✅ Introduction Accra—Ghana’s capital—is vibrant, cosmopolitan, and full of opportunity. But it’s also one of the most expensive cities to live in West Africa. Whether you’re a…
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How Much Does Banku and Tilapia Cost in Accra in 2026?
Banku and grilled tilapia is the quintessential Accra food experience—fermented corn and cassava dough served with a…
NSS Allowance Increment: Latest Updates and Reactions
The monthly stipend for Ghana’s National Service Personnel (NSP) has become a focal point of debate, as…
How Much Does Fried Rice Cost in Accra in 2026?
Fried rice is a firm favourite in Accra’s food scene, appearing on the menus of everything from…
Ghana and US Explore Data Centre, Cloud and Cybersecurity Cooperation as Amazon Ties Discussed
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The Identity Layer: Why the Ghana Card Is Becoming the Quiet Engine of Insurance Verification
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The End of the Paper Trail: How Digitisation Is Quietly Rewriting the Claims Clock in Ghana
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Electronics Prices in Ghana: iPhones, Samsung Phones, Laptops and Other Devices
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JUSAG Declares Indefinite Nationwide Strike From November 2 Over Unpaid Reviewed Salaries
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Small Claims Court in Ghana and How to Make a Formal Complaint
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GSE Turnover Falls 37% to GH¢6.96 Million as Six Equities Decline; Ecobank Ghana and TotalEnergies Lead Losers
Nov 6, 2026
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AngloGold Ashanti Posts US$927 Million Q3 Profit and Declares US$361 Million Dividend as Gold Price Offsets Lower Output
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Building Materials Prices in Ghana: Cement, Iron Rods, Roofing Sheets, Blocks and More
Nov 1, 2026
The cost of building a home in Ghana is not a single number. It is a moving target, shaped by port congestion,…
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REITs in Ghana: How Real Estate Investment Trusts Work
Sep 18, 2026
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Why Accra’s Neighbourhoods Are Changing Overnight
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Micheletti & Co. Ltd.: The 70-Year-Old Civil Engineering Titan That Built Ghana’s Infrastructure—and Defended Its Legacy at the ICC
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What Happens When You Don’t Pay Your Ghana Water Bill?
Sep 6, 2026
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GSE Soars to 14,403.60 Points as Composite Index Jumps 2.49% in Single Session
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GACL Posts GH₵354.6 Million Profit and Pays First Dividend to Government on Airport Charge, Passenger Growth
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The Ghana Airports Company Limited grew its 2025 profit to GH₵354.6 million and paid its first dividend of GH₵30 million to the Government of Ghana, crediting the airport infrastructure development charge and strong passenger…
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Ghana Bauxite Company Secures US$250 Million Ecobank Mandate to Expand Awaso Mine
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Ghana’s Urban Population Hits 58.7% as 33.7 Million Population Reshapes Demand for Housing and Services
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Inside Ghana’s Emerging Tech Spaces: The Innovation Hubs Powering Accra’s Digital Economy
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The Emerging Tech Spaces That Are Driving Innovation Across Accra, a new kind of infrastructure is quietly shaping the future of business.…
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Why Oil Still Matters to Ghana’s Economy, Revenue and Future Growth
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Why Oil Still Matters to Ghana – Oil remains a key pillar of Ghana’s economy, driving export earnings, government revenue, and energy…
The Forson Pivot: Decoding Ghana’s 2026 Mid-Year Budget and the High-Stakes Shift from Stability to Structure
July 31, 2026
High Airfares to Ghana: Why Travellers Are Choosing Other West African Destinations in 2026
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Activa International Insurance Ghana: The Claims King That Outpays Everyone
May 4, 2026
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February 19, 2026
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November 10, 2025
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Ghana Independence Day | First Black African Country To Become Independent
April 25, 2023
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The History of Fufu: Ghana’s Iconic Staple
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Ghana: History of the Ga-Adangbe People
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Why Anasin Clinic Is Drawing Attention as Hair Transplant Services Expand in Accra
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Ghana: 15 Chopbars & Local Restaurants in Accra For the Best Ghanaian Cuisine
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Ray Adeka: Biography, Career, and the Actor Behind Wura’s Jeje Amoo
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Ride-Hailing in Accra: A Comparison of Uber, Bolt & Yango in 2026
Ride-hailing apps have transformed urban transport the world over. In the Ghanaian capital of Accra, three major platforms—Uber, Bolt and Yango—have established…
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