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Six Weeks of World-Class Junior Tennis: Tennis Foundation Ghana Open Series Showcases the Future of the Game in Accra
By Achore Richard ACCRA, Ghana — Six weeks of international junior tennis, outstanding individual performances, emerging talents and unforgettable championship battles came to a memorable conclusion…
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SPORTS
Dev Vipul Patel Completes Accra Revenge with J100 Boys’ Singles title
India’s Dev Vipul Patel produced a memorable finish to his campaign at the World Tennis Junior…
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Sydney Wright Completes Remarkable Accra Double With Back-to-Back J100 Girls’ Singles Titles
Story by Achore Richard American tennis sensation Sydney Wright has capped a remarkable run in Ghana…
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Om Verma and Zayyan Virani Complete Revenge to Claim J100 Accra Boys’ Doubles Crown
India’s Om Verma and Kenya’s Zayyan Virani brought the six-week World Tennis Junior Tour – Tennis…
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD/GHS16 Oct 2026 | 11.66 | -0.02 | -0.19% |
| GBP/GHS16 Oct 2026 | 15.47 | +0.01 | +0.09% |
| EUR/GHS16 Oct 2026 | 13.08 | +0.02 | +0.13% |
| NGN/GHS16 Oct 2026 | 0.01 | 0.00 | -0.14% |
| CAD/GHS16 Oct 2026 | 8.22 | +0.01 | +0.07% |
| ZAR/GHS16 Oct 2026 | 0.71 | +0.00 | +0.15% |
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol16 Oct 2026 | GH₵16.99 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Diesel16 Oct 2026 | GH₵18.53 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
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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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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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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 preparing to meet in an all-Indian final. The matchup sets…
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Ogunjobi, Wright Capture Girls’ Doubles Title at J100 Accra
Success Ogunjobi and Sydney Wright have claimed the girls’ doubles championship at the J100 Accra tournament, securing the…
Wright, Chapepa Set for Girls’ Singles Final at J100 Accra
Sydney Wright and Kuzivaishe Chapepa are set to contest the girls’ singles final at the J100 Accra tournament,…
J100 Accra: Virani Faces Patel as Agarwal Meets Verma in Boys’ Semifinals
The boys’ singles title race at the J100 Accra tournament moves into the semifinal stage with two matchups…
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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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Ghana Scraps E-Levy, Introduces GH¢1 Fuel Levy and 15% VAT on Non-Life Insurance in Sweeping Tax Shift
By Samuel Kwame Boadu | Accra Street Journal | June 25, 2025 Ghana’s government is pivoting sharply…
Why Ghana’s AI Skills Push Needs a “Transfer Test” Before Training Counts as a Success
Ghana has no shortage of reasons to invest in AI skills. At the Ghana Chamber of Mines…
Understanding Ghana’s Electoral Commission and Its Functions
1. Introduction: The Guardian of Ghana’s Democracy Free, fair, and transparent elections form the cornerstone of any…
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LEGAL SPOTLIGHT
Why Your Survey Plan Gets Rejected: A Guide to the Common Pitfalls
Introduction: The Rejection That Delays Everything You have identified the land. You have negotiated with the seller. You have paid your money. You have a…
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Joining the Ghana Immigration Service: Recruitment Requirements, Guidelines, and Career Path Explained
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) plays a critical role in safeguarding Ghana’s borders, regulating migration, and…
How to Report a Financial Scam in Ghana: ASJ Step-by-Step Guide
Your Comprehensive Roadmap to Reporting Investment Fraud, Online Scams, and Unlicensed Schemes Executive Summary If you…
Ghana Strengthens Trade Defences as It Joins WTO Law Advisory Body
Ghana has taken a strategic step to reinforce its trade and industrial ambitions by joining the…
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Accra → Bamboi Travel Guide (2025 Update)
1. History of Bamboi Bamboi, as researched by Accra Street Journal, is a small but historically significant town located in the Savannah Region of Ghana. It lies along…
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TroTro Routes in Accra You Should Know: The Complete 2026 Guide
Accra’s transport network thrives on one essential system — the TroTro. For millions of Ghanaians, TroTros are more…
The Paths of Gold, Salt, and Souls: The Hidden History of Accra’s Old Trade Routes
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION The modern economic geography of Accra is dominated by the port of Tema, the airport, and…
Accra To Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso) Bus & Transport Guide
Traveling from Accra (Ghana) to Ouagadougou (Burkina Faso) is a long but rewarding overland trip connecting West Africa’s…
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Accra, Ghana Cost of Living
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Why Prices Keep Rising in Ghana — Explained Simply
Introduction: The Arithmetic of Survival There is a quiet arithmetic to survival in Accra. It happens at the market stall, at the landlord’s door, at the end…
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Why Budgeting Still Matters in Accra, Ghana’s Changing Economy
In a city as energetic and ambitious as Accra, money moves fast. New restaurants open weekly. Ride-hailing…
Why Accra Is Becoming More Attractive to Foreigners
From policy reforms that lower the barriers to investment to a genuine warmth that makes integration possible,…
Fuel Prices Are Falling, But Commuters Are Choosing Cheaper Rides
Ghana’s urban transport landscape is undergoing a quiet but telling transformation. Even as petrol prices ease to…
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
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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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How Bond Prices Move When Interest Rates Change in Ghana
Oct 16, 2026
The relationship is mechanical and unforgiving: when interest rates fall, existing bond prices rise. When rates rise, prices fall. In Ghana, that principle is playing out in real time—and it explains why…
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Bond Yield vs Coupon Rate: Understanding Ghana’s Bond Market
Oct 16, 2026
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What Is a Bond Coupon In Ghana and How Is It Paid?
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How Ghana Government Bond Yields Work
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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
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Ghana Water Meter Not Working? Here’s What to Do
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Applying for a New Ghana Water Connection: What You Need to Know
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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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The Quiet Startup Revolution: How Accra’s Entrepreneurs Are Redefining Ghana’s Economic Future
March 2, 2026
How Startups Are Quietly Transforming Accra In boardrooms, co-working spaces, university hostels, and modest apartments across Accra, a silent economic revolution is…
How Venture Capitalists Value Ghanaian Startups
October 12, 2026
Ghana’s Startup Investment Market: Where Capital Is Going
October 12, 2026
Venture Capital vs Private Equity: What’s the Difference?
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The Tap-and-Go Store: How Contactless Retail Is Quietly Growing in Ghana
August 9, 2026
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION The daily ritual of the Ghanaian retail checkout, for as long as anyone can remember, has been defined by a…
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Ebenezer Forson Advocates Points-Based System for Road Safety
August 22, 2025
Road crashes remain one of Ghana’s most pressing public safety and economic challenges. According to the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), road…
Accra News: Priority InsuranceCo. Ltd and Sunu Assurances break the jinx in…
September 13, 2021
A New Generation of Leadership Emerges in Ghana’s Insurance Industry as Women and Young Professionals Take the Lead
March 5, 2026
To Understand Insurance, First Know Its History and Importance
February 28, 2025
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Masters of Form: The Forgotten Giants and Enduring Legacy of Ghana’s Historical Sculptors and Artists
July 23, 2026
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION Before the oil discoveries, before the cocoa boom, and long before the branding of “Ghana Beyond Aid,” there was a…
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Best Public Hospitals in Accra (2026 Update)
November 5, 2025
Public healthcare remains the heartbeat of Ghana’s medical system — and in Accra, it plays a critical role in serving millions who…
The Science of Glow: How Health and Beauty Startups Are Redefining Accra’s Personal Care Economy
July 30, 2026
Pantang Nursing & Midwifery Training College: Shaping Ghana’s Mental Health Workforce
June 5, 2025
Mpox Outbreak Finally Declared a Global Health Emergency – World Health Organization
August 15, 2024
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Ghana: Milan Kumasi Rooftop Bar & Lounge (Menu & Location)
April 7, 2023
Milan Kumasi Rooftop Bar & Lounge (Menu & Location) Milan Rooftop Sky bar and Lounge is Kumasi’s newest lounge and bar located…
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Stephen ‘Tornado’ Appiah.: The Black Stars Icon Who Redefined Ghanaian Football
In the pantheon of Ghanaian football, few names resonate as powerfully as Stephen Appiah. Known affectionately as “Tornado,” Appiah is celebrated not just for his exploits on the pitch but.. Stephen Appiah: The Black Stars…
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Ghana Hotels | Blackmama beach resort Location and Contact Details
Blackmama beach resort. In today’s world of news overload, locating trustworthy and current hotel recommendations can be overwhelming. We navigate the web…
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