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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/GHS10 Nov 2026 | 11.71 | +0.03 | +0.27% |
| GBP/GHS10 Nov 2026 | 15.72 | +0.12 | +0.77% |
| EUR/GHS10 Nov 2026 | 13.12 | +0.10 | +0.76% |
| NGN/GHS10 Nov 2026 | 0.01 | +0.00 | +0.06% |
| CAD/GHS10 Nov 2026 | 8.29 | +0.02 | +0.29% |
| ZAR/GHS10 Nov 2026 | 0.71 | +0.01 | +1.05% |
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol10 Nov 2026 | GH₵16.45 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Diesel10 Nov 2026 | GH₵18.45 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
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NEWS & POLITICS
NADMO Recruitment: The Volunteer Drive, the C-SERP Portal and What It Means for Job Seekers
When Ghanaians hear that the National Disaster Management Organisation is recruiting, the immediate assumption is often that paid jobs are available. The reality is more complicated.…
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NEWS & POLITICS
Ghana Prisons Service Recruitment: The C-SERP Portal, the Requirements
For Ghanaians hoping to join the Ghana Prisons Service, the path runs through the same centralised…
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NEWS & POLITICS
Ghana National Fire Service Recruitment: Requirements, the C-SERP Portal and the 2027 Freeze
For Ghanaians hoping to join the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), the path runs through the…
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NEWS & POLITICS
Ghana Immigration Service Recruitment: The C-SERP Portal, the 65% Pass Mark and the 2027 Freeze That Leaves Thousands Waiting
For Ghanaians hoping to join the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), the path runs through a single,…
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Nov 8, 2026
Developing Countries’ External Debt Hits Record US$9.4 Trillion as Borrowing Costs Soar to 1989 Levels
Developing countries’ external debt rose 5.5% to a record US$9.4 trillion in 2025, the fastest pace since 2021, as expensive borrowing and rising repayments threaten development spending, according…
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Nov 8, 2026
Afreximbank Says Africa Must Build Distribution and IP Systems to Capture $60 Billion Creative Economy
Africa’s creative economy needs stronger distribution networks, intellectual property protection and access to markets to retain…
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Nov 6, 2026
Nigeria Records 3.33 Million Barrels of Crude Oil Theft in 2025 as Q4 Losses Surge to 2.19 Million Barrels
Nigeria recorded 3.33 million barrels of crude oil theft in 2025, with about two-thirds of the…
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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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GHANA'S ECONOMIC PULSE
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Economy
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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LIFE IN GHANA'S CAPITAL
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Street of Accra
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The T-Bill Ladder: How to Build Constant Cash Flow Using Ghana Treasury Bills
The problem with a single Treasury bill is timing. You put money in for 91 days, or 182 days, or 364 days, and then it matures. The money…
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The Architect: The Life and Tactical Legacy of Sir Cecil Jones Attuquayefio
Sir Cecil Jones Attuquayefio is not merely a legendary manager in the history of Accra Hearts of Oak.…
The Superclásico: Blood, Royalty, and the Rainbow — A Century of the Hearts of Oak vs. Asante Kotoko Rivalry
In Ghanaian football, no fixture carries more weight, tension, and raw emotion than the showdown between Accra Hearts…
The Genesis of a Giant: How Accra Hearts of Oak Was Forged in the Shadow of Empire
Before the trophies, before the continental nights, before the name became synonymous with survival, there was a meeting…
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THE BIG STORY
High Airfares to Ghana: Why Travellers Are Choosing Other West African Destinations in 2026
You have been planning this trip to Accra for months. Family is waiting. Business meetings are scheduled. But when you finally open your laptop to book the flight,…
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Churches in Ghana Must Be Taxed if They Gain Assets — And Here’s Why
Let’s not beat around the pulpit — the conversation about taxing churches in Ghana is long overdue.…
How Ghanaian SMEs Can Thrive in a Low-Inflation Economy
Ghana’s economy has finally broken a four-year cycle of high inflation, with September’s figure dropping to 9.4%,…
Magnus RexDanquah Writes: Hon. E.T Mensah Not The Musician, Earned My Respect For Life
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LEGAL SPOTLIGHT
QNET Ghana Complaints: What Consumers Are Saying
A 2026 Intelligence Brief from Accra Street Journal Executive Summary: The Great Divide Consumer complaints about QNET in Ghana present a starkly divided picture. On…
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Buying Stool Land in Ghana: What You Must Know Before Paying
Introduction: The Most Complex Land Transaction in Ghana Stool land—land owned by a traditional stool (chieftaincy)…
Why Local Government Elections Matter in Ghana
1. Introduction: Democracy Begins at the Local Level While national elections often dominate headlines in Ghana,…
Behind the Veil: How Ghanaian Courts Are Holding CEOs and Directors Personally Liable for Corporate Misconduct
In Ghana’s business ecosystem, the registration of a limited liability company bestows a critical legal construct:…
THE CITY. THE PEOPLE. THE EVERYDAY.
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Top Markets in Accra (Makola, Kaneshie, Agbogbloshie, Madina)
Introduction Accra’s markets form the beating heart of the city’s economy — colorful, crowded, noisy, and full of life. They are not just places for buying and selling;…
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Top Must-Visit Locations in Accra for Tourists and Locals
Accra, the capital of Ghana, is a vibrant city that offers a unique blend of history, culture, and…
Accra → Bono East Region, Bono East Farm & Agritourism Spots — Markets & Cultural Villages
Bono East is often called the breadbasket of Ghana according to Accra Street Journal. Traveling from Accra to Bono…
Why Accra’s Future Depends on Smarter Urban Planning
Every rainy season, Accra is reminded of a painful reality: roads become rivers, businesses shut down, homes are…
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Accra, Ghana Cost of Living
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Rising Prices and Falling Spending Power: Ghana’s Inflation Reality
How Inflation Affects Household Spending – Inflation reduces purchasing power and changes how households spend money in Ghana. Here’s how rising prices affect daily living and family…
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What is Ghana’s Inflation Rate and Why It Matters
Inflation is one of the most important indicators of a country’s economic health. In Ghana, it plays…
Cost of Living in Accra (2026 Edition)
✅ Introduction Accra—Ghana’s capital—is vibrant, cosmopolitan, and full of opportunity. But it’s also one of the most…
What Real Economic Recovery Means for Ghanaian Households
What Economic Recovery Really Looks Like – Economic recovery goes beyond statistics and growth figures. Here’s what…
The Margin Trap: The Hidden Fees Inside MoMo Business and Merchant Accounts
The pitch is simple. Register a merchant account,…
How to Maximize Interest on Your Mobile Money (MoMo) Wallet in Ghana
Your mobile money wallet is not just a…
Ghana and US Explore Data Centre, Cloud and Cybersecurity Cooperation as Amazon Ties Discussed
Ghana and the United States are exploring cooperation…
The Identity Layer: Why the Ghana Card Is Becoming the Quiet Engine of Insurance Verification
For years, the insurance industry’s biggest vulnerability was…
The End of the Paper Trail: How Digitisation Is Quietly Rewriting the Claims Clock in Ghana
The claim form, the police report, the repair…
ACCRA LEGAL JOURNAL
JUSAG Declares Indefinite Nationwide Strike From November 2 Over Unpaid Reviewed Salaries
The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has declared…
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Buying a Car on Hire Purchase in Ghana: How the Arrangement Works
Hire purchase is one of the most common ways Ghanaians…
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Small Claims Court in Ghana and How to Make a Formal Complaint
When a debt goes unpaid or a dispute arises, many…
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Legal Aid in Ghana: How to Get Free Legal Representation
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The Waiting Room: Inside the Ghana Alternative Market and the Five Companies Trying to Make It Work
Nov 9, 2026
The Ghana Stock Exchange has a main hall and a side room. The main hall is where the banks, the multinationals, and the miners trade. The side room is the Ghana Alternative…
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The Landlord’s Boardroom: A Profile of the Companies That Trade on the Ghana Stock Exchange
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GSE Turnover Falls 37% to GH¢6.96 Million as Six Equities Decline; Ecobank Ghana and TotalEnergies Lead Losers
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AngloGold Ashanti Posts US$927 Million Q3 Profit and Declares US$361 Million Dividend as Gold Price Offsets Lower Output
Nov 6, 2026
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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
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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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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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
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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
The Landlord’s Boardroom: A Profile of the Companies That Trade on the Ghana Stock Exchange
Nov 9, 2026
The Ghana Stock Exchange is not a single market. It is a collection of very different businesses, each with its own story, its own balance sheet, and its own reason for being…
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GSE Soars to 14,403.60 Points as Composite Index Jumps 2.49% in Single Session
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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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The High Street Business
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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
Oct 31, 2026
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Ghana’s Urban Population Hits 58.7% as 33.7 Million Population Reshapes Demand for Housing and Services
Oct 31, 2026
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Petrol and LPG Prices Set to Drop Slightly as Diesel Faces Minor Increase in November
Oct 31, 2026
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Venture Capital vs Private Equity: What’s the Difference?
October 12, 2026
Venture capital and private equity are often used interchangeably. They should not be. Both pool capital and invest in private companies. But…
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Ghana’s Fastest-Growing Renewable Energy Companies: A 2026 Intelligence Brief
June 5, 2026
From utility-scale solar pioneers to manufacturing trailblazers — the companies driving Ghana’s green energy transition Executive Introduction Ghana’s renewable energy landscape is…
David Versus Goliath on Oxford Street: How Accra’s Small Shops Outsmart the Big Brands
July 28, 2026
Ghana’s Banking Sector Stays Strong & Profitable Despite Economic Challenges – BoG Governor
January 27, 2025
The T-Bill Ladder: How to Build Constant Cash Flow Using Ghana Treasury Bills
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Why Insurance Companies in Ghana Are Going Digital
March 12, 2026
The insurance industry in Ghana is undergoing a significant transformation as companies increasingly embrace digital technology. For decades, insurance services relied heavily…
Why Insurance Companies Are Investing in AI Tools
August 15, 2026
Why Insurance Penetration in Ghana Remains Low — The 0.63% Reality, the 80% Informal Sector, and the Trust Deficit That Won’t Close
May 30, 2026
Why Health Insurance Is Becoming Essential in Ghana: Protecting Lives, Income, and Financial Stability
December 30, 2025
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10 Unspoken Rules of Accra Living They Never Teach You in School
June 15, 2025
Because surviving Accra is an extreme sport — and you won’t find this in any textbook. By Samuel Kwame BoaduFounder, SamBoad Business…
The Genesis of a Giant: How Accra Hearts of Oak Was Forged in the Shadow of Empire
November 8, 2026
From Warriors to Urban Youth: The Changing Identity of Teshie
April 12, 2026
Local Street Foods in Accra You Must Try
August 27, 2025
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Dental Clinics in Accra: The Complete Guide to Dentists, Locations & Services
September 10, 2026
Accra has a growing network of dental clinics across the city, from established practices in East Legon and Airport Residential to newer…
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Shopping Malls in Accra (Accra Mall, Junction, A&C, etc.)
November 6, 2025
Introduction Accra’s shopping culture has evolved rapidly over the past two decades. From informal open-air stalls to sophisticated air-conditioned retail complexes, the…
The Secret Behind Ghana’s Shito Sauce
August 27, 2025
Chez afrique Menu (Bar & Restaurant in East Legon)
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Chimezie Imo: Biography, Career, and the AMVCA Trailblazer Rewriting Nollywood’s Rules
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Top 10 Best Luxury Hotels In Ghana
Top 10 Best Luxury Hotels In Ghana. Due to the support of wealthy investors both domestic and international, the hotel industry in…
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