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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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SPORTS
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/GHS20 Oct 2026 | 11.70 | +0.04 | +0.35% |
| GBP/GHS20 Oct 2026 | 15.57 | +0.04 | +0.25% |
| EUR/GHS20 Oct 2026 | 13.12 | +0.04 | +0.29% |
| NGN/GHS20 Oct 2026 | 0.01 | +0.00 | +0.26% |
| CAD/GHS20 Oct 2026 | 8.29 | +0.05 | +0.57% |
| ZAR/GHS20 Oct 2026 | 0.71 | +0.00 | +0.56% |
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol20 Oct 2026 | GH₵16.81 | -0.18 | -1.06% |
| Diesel20 Oct 2026 | GH₵18.45 | -0.07 | -0.40% |
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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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NEWS & POLITICS
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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NEWS & POLITICS
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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Oct 15, 2026
Ghana International Bank Targets Asian Capital to Finance Africa’s Infrastructure, Trade and Agriculture
Ghana International Bank (GHIB) is seeking to attract more capital from Asia, betting that the region will become an increasingly important source of financing for Africa’s infrastructure, trade…
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Oct 15, 2026
Lufthansa Wins TAP Air Portugal Stake With $1.3 Billion Bid, Beating Air France-KLM
Germany’s Lufthansa has defeated Air France-KLM in the contest for a substantial minority stake in TAP…
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Oct 15, 2026
Jamaica Receives First U.S. Deportee Flight as Burkina Faso and Nigeria Refuse Third-Country Transfers
Jamaica has received its first flight carrying 22 non-citizen deportees from the United States under a…
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Oct 8, 2026
Private Equity in Africa: Where Institutional Capital Is Going
Africa’s private capital market opened 2026 with its strongest quarter in four years. But the headline…
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GHANA'S ECONOMIC PULSE
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Economy
How Gold Prices Affect Ghana’s Economy
Gold is no longer just a mineral in Ghana’s soil. It has become the backbone of the country’s financial stability, the single largest source…
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LIFE IN GHANA'S CAPITAL
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Best Accra Destinations for Photography Enthusiasts
Accra is a city that rewards a photographer’s patience. The light is harsh at midday, the traffic can swallow a golden hour whole, and some of the most…
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Best Urban Parks in Accra for Jogging and Walking
Finding a safe, shaded place to run or walk in Accra is not always easy. Traffic is heavy,…
Best Hiking and Trekking Adventures Around Accra
Accra is not the first place that comes to mind when you think of hiking. But within an…
Verma, Patel Set for All-Indian Final at J100 Accra Tennis Tournament
India will be assured of the boys’ singles title at the J100 Accra tournament, with Verma and Patel…
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THE BIG STORY
The Dirty Business of Caffeine in Ghana – Report By Accra Street Journal
Caffeine is no longer just your morning pick-me-up as research by Accra Street Journal Team led by Samuel Kwame Boadu. In Ghana, it has quietly morphed into a…
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Ghanaian Analyst in the USA Highlights “Decision Intelligence Gap” Costing U.S. Hospitals Millions
As the U.S. healthcare system grapples with inefficiencies, a Ghanaian MBA researcher warns that hospitals aren’t suffering…
Accra’s Waste Crisis: How Waste-to-Energy Could Power Ghana’s Future | Expert Analysis
Every time it rains in Accra, the city remembers its waste problem. Drains clogged with plastic bottles…
Why Ghana’s 10% Import Tariff Could Spark an Industrial Renaissance
A senior Ghanaian banker sees the recently imposed 10% import tariff not as a burden, but as…
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LEGAL SPOTLIGHT
Accra Court Orders Businessman to Pay GH¢200,000 for Breach of Promise to Marry
Judge rules 11-year relationship created binding commitment, awards damages and recognises woman’s beneficial interest in East Legon property An Accra Circuit Court has ordered a…
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Understanding Contractual Obligations and Breaches: A Guide to Business Agreements
A contract is a deal between two or more parties that the law recognizes and can…
Is a Verbal Agreement Legally Binding in Ghana? A Deep Dive into Contract Law
In Ghana, many everyday deals—like borrowing money from a friend or agreeing to rent a room—are…
When Policemen Become Insurance Agents: The Street Madness of Ghana’s Accident Settlements
Walk through the streets of Accra on any weekday morning and you’ll likely meet the same…
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CITY SPOTLIGHT
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 visiting family. There are two main travel options: by flight…
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The Headquarters at Home: How Home-Based Businesses Are Quietly Becoming the Backbone of Accra’s Entrepreneurial Economy
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION The traditional Ghanaian dream of entrepreneurial success has long been defined by a powerful, visible symbol:…
More Than Just Sprawl: What Urban Expansion Really Means for Accra’s Future
Accra is expanding. Not just in the physical sense of new suburbs creeping outward along the Tema–Afienya corridor…
Best Tattoo Shops in Ghana | Piercing and Tattoo Studios in Accra & Kumasi
Best Tattoo Shops in Ghana Planning on getting inked in Ghana? From tattoo studios in Accra to Kumasi,…
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Why the Cedi Depreciates — And What It Means for You
The Ghana cedi’s performance is one of the most discussed topics in homes, markets, banking halls, business circles, and even politics. Anytime the cedi loses value against…
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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…
How Transportation Costs Shape Market Prices in Accra: A Deep Dive into the Real Drivers of Urban Pricing
Accra is one of West Africa’s busiest commercial hubs, and as the city continues to expand outward,…
The Hidden Forces Shaping Daily Life in Accra
Beyond the headlines about traffic and flooding, Accra is being reshaped by powerful but less visible forces:…
Sao Payment Global: The São Tomé Fintech Building “Connected Rails” for Africa’s Cross-Border Payments
From a licensed wallet in São Tomé and…
Kwame AI’s Eskwai: How Two Ghanaian Founders Are Building Legal AI Around African Institutions
George Jojo Boateng and Victor Kumbol started Kwame…
MTN’s $500 Billion Pivot: From Telecom Giant to Africa’s Consumer Technology Platform
MTN is no longer simply a telecom company.…
Why Ghana’s AI Skills Push Needs a “Transfer Test” Before Training Counts as a Success
Ghana has no shortage of reasons to invest…
SamBoad Web Hosting Enters Ghana’s Growing Web Hosting Market as Businesses Seek Affordable Digital Infrastructure
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ACCRA LEGAL JOURNAL
How Is Child Marriage Still Legal in Ghana?
Child marriage is not legal in Ghana. The 1992 Constitution…
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Kwame AI’s Eskwai: How Two Ghanaian Founders Are Building Legal AI Around African Institutions
George Jojo Boateng and Victor Kumbol started Kwame AI with…
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Local Marine Cargo Insurance Becomes Mandatory for All Commercial Imports Into Ghana From October 1, 2026
Importers bringing commercial goods into Ghana will be required to…
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What Happens When You Don’t Pay Your Ghana Water Bill?
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Why Pension Funds Invest in Ghana Government Securities
Oct 17, 2026
Ghana’s pension funds hold the retirement savings of millions of workers. The way they invest that money is not a matter of preference—it is a matter of regulatory design, fiduciary duty, and,…
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How Institutional Investors Use Ghana Government Bonds
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Ghana Bonds vs Treasury Bills: Understanding the Risk Difference
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Can You Sell Ghana Government Bonds Before Maturity?
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REITs in Ghana: How Real Estate Investment Trusts Work
Sep 18, 2026
For many Ghanaians, owning commercial property—an office block, a shopping mall, or a warehouse—has always been out of reach. The capital required…
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ASJ Real Estate
Why Accra’s Neighbourhoods Are Changing Overnight
Sep 3, 2026
From the gleaming towers of Airport City to the planned redevelopment of the Korle Lagoon slum, Accra’s neighbourhoods are being reshaped at…
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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
Aug 28, 2026
Founded in 1955 by an Italian entrepreneur, this 201-500 employee civil engineering and building construction powerhouse has shaped Ghana‘s skyline for seven…
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Imperial Homes Ghana Ltd.: The 17-Year-Old Luxury Developer That Has Built Over 500 Housing Units, Won Multiple Awards, and Is Now Planning a 1,000-Acre Golf Resort
Aug 28, 2026
From a 2007 startup with its maiden Imperial Court project to a 2024 15-year anniversary celebration, this award-winning Ghanaian property developer has…
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Practical guides, consumer information and the latest coverage of electricity and water services in Ghana. Understand ECG bills, tariffs and power supply, and find useful information about Ghana Water services.
GHANA WATER COMPANY
What Happens When You Don’t Pay Your Ghana Water Bill?
Sep 6, 2026
When you fail to pay your Ghana Water Limited (GWL) bill, the consequences are serious and escalate over time. From service disconnection and reconnection fees to heavy penalties and legal action, understanding…
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How to Change the Name on a Ghana Water Account
Sep 6, 2026
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Ghana Water Meter Not Working? Here’s What to Do
Sep 6, 2026
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Applying for a New Ghana Water Connection: What You Need to Know
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Practical guides, service information and news covering Ghana's mobile networks, data bundles, mobile money, network services and the telecom industry.
MTN Ghana
GSE Soars to 14,403.60 Points as Composite Index Jumps 2.49% in Single Session
Oct 12, 2026
The Ghana Stock Exchange recorded a strong upward surge on Monday, October 12, 2026, with the benchmark GSE Composite Index soaring 350.12 points (2.49%) to close at 14,403.60 points, extending its year-to-date…
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MTN’s $500 Billion Pivot: From Telecom Giant to Africa’s Consumer Technology Platform
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Ebenezer Asante’s MTN Ghana Stake Hits $4.3 Million as Shares Surge 48.1%
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Why Ghana’s AI Skills Push Needs a “Transfer Test” Before Training Counts as a Success
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The High Street Business
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Dangote Says a Son Is ‘Not My Priority’ — and His Daughters Could Lead the Empire
Oct 6, 2026 · The High Street Business
What happens to a $50+ billion fortune when its founder doesn’t believe a male heir is necessary? For Aliko Dangote, the answer may already be taking shape. What happens to a $50+ billion fortune…
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Dangote Backs $16 Billion, 700,000-bpd Refinery in Lamu, Kenya
Oct 6, 2026
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Fidelity Bank Ghana Moves Toward IPO and GSE Main Market Listing
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How Competition Shapes Prices in Ghana: A Market Reality Check
Aug 23, 2026
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Venture Capital Firms in Ghana: What Founders Should Know
October 8, 2026
Ghana’s venture capital landscape has matured over two decades, but founders still face a funding environment where over 95% of available capital…
Venture Capital in Ghana: How Startup Investors Make Money
September 18, 2026
Angel Investors vs Venture Capital In Ghana: What’s the Difference?
October 8, 2026
Seed Funding vs Series A: Understanding Startup Investment
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NPA Chief Presses Sentuo Refinery to Deepen Local Content as Downstream Role Expands
January 6, 2026
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, has urged Sentuo Oil Refinery to deepen local content…
GOIL PLC: The National Champion‘s Debt-Fueled Resurrection and the Battle to Keep the Crown
June 2, 2026
NPA Sets Floor Price for Fuel to Tame Market Chaos, Curb Cut-throat Competition
February 19, 2025
Libya’s Al-Khair Well Adds 3,200 Barrels Per Day as NOC Targets 2 Million bpd Comeback
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Ellen Amihere Could Win CIIG Assistant General Secretary: Here’s Why Her Experience Could Give Her the Edge
October 12, 2026
With more than 17 years in insurance, experience across technical operations and reinsurance, and a campaign built around service, Ellen Amihere is…
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Today in Sports History: Celebrating the Legacy of Nii Dodoo Ankrah, Ghanaian Football Icon
March 8, 2025
On March 8, 1934, Ghana welcomed one of its greatest football talents, Nii Dodoo Ankrah. As a legendary goalkeeper, he played a…
History: Penalty Shootout in Ghana League Started In 1989-90 Premier League
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The History of Osu Cemetery in Accra
March 1, 2025
History: Why Ghana’s Capital City Changed from Cape Coast to Accra
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Nyaho Medical Centre | About Us, Mission, Vision & Contact Details
November 20, 2024
About: Founded in 1970 by Dr. Kwami Nyaho Tamaklo, Nyaho is Ghana’s first group medical practice. It focuses on delivering quality healthcare…
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The Art of Preparing Banku and Tilapia the Traditional Way
August 27, 2025
In Ghana, few dishes capture the essence of tradition, culture, and communal eating like Banku and Tilapia. This combination is more than…
How Much Does a Plate of Jollof Cost in Accra in 2026?
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Ghana: Jerk soul Menu Accra (Rooftop Caribbean Restaurant & Bar)
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About Coco Vanilla Restaurant, A & C Mall Branch
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Peace Hyde | Factual Biography
Peace Hyde is a prominent British-Ghanaian television producer, TV host, creator, journalist, and education activist. She is the creator and executive producer of Netflix’s groundbreaking African reality TV series, “Young, Famous & African,” and holds…
June 5, 2022
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Affordable Rental Areas in Accra: Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods
Finding affordable housing in the bustling capital of Ghana, Accra, can feel like navigating a maze: high demand, rising prices and varied…
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