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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/GHS25 Oct 2026 | 11.67 | +0.00 | +0.00% |
| GBP/GHS25 Oct 2026 | 15.61 | +0.00 | +0.00% |
| EUR/GHS25 Oct 2026 | 13.08 | +0.00 | +0.02% |
| NGN/GHS25 Oct 2026 | 0.01 | +0.00 | +0.31% |
| CAD/GHS25 Oct 2026 | 8.33 | +0.00 | +0.00% |
| ZAR/GHS25 Oct 2026 | 0.70 | 0.00 | -0.03% |
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol25 Oct 2026 | GH₵16.59 | -0.02 | -0.12% |
| Diesel25 Oct 2026 | GH₵18.24 | -0.21 | -1.11% |
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NEWS & POLITICS
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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Explainer: The Madina Market Demolition — Why LANMMA Pulled It Down and What Happens Next
The Madina Market demolition commenced on October 22, 2026, as the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal Assembly (LANMMA) deployed heavy machinery under strict security to clear the old Madina Zonal…
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Jobs in Accra: Where to Find Vacancies and How to Apply
Accra is where the jobs are—but it is also where the scams are. The capital has the highest…
DVLA Services You Can Access Without Travelling to Accra
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DVLA Offices in Accra: Locations, Opening Hours and Services
Accra has several DVLA locations, each with a different purpose and pace. The Ultra Centre is your best…
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THE BIG STORY
Behind the Lease: Unpacking the Legal Rights of Landlords in Ghana’s Real Estate Market
In Ghana’s dynamic real estate market, rental agreements are more than simple transactions—they’re bound by law. Whether leasing a room in Accra or managing a portfolio of properties…
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The empowered African consumer and the future of digital banking in Africa
Accra, Ghana — By 2023, nearly half of Africa’s population—48%—were active users of banking services, and this…
AGI Calls for Strategic Spending Cuts to Drive Growth
The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has urged the government to ensure that the planned expenditure cuts…
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 chaotic…
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LEGAL SPOTLIGHT
CAS Ruling Affirms GFA’s Position: Tema Youth Ordered to Pay €150,000 to GFA and Additional Settlements
In a landmark ruling, the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) upheld the Ghana Football Association’s (GFA) position in a financial dispute involving Tema Youth…
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Understanding Ghana’s 1992 Constitution: The Key Provisions Every Citizen Should Know
The 1992 Constitution of Ghana is the supreme legal document of the Republic, forming the foundation…
Joining the Ghana Navy: Recruitment Requirements, Guidelines, and Career Structure Explained
The Ghana Navy is a vital branch of the Ghana Armed Forces, responsible for safeguarding the…
SSNIT Laws Explained: What Every Worker and Employer in Ghana Must Know
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) remains one of the most important public institutions…
THE CITY. THE PEOPLE. THE EVERYDAY.
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CITY SPOTLIGHT
How New Roads and Bridges Are Transforming Urban Movement in Accra
Urban mobility in Accra is undergoing a gradual but significant transformation, driven by ongoing investments in road networks and bridge infrastructure. As population growth, urban expansion, and economic…
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Accra → Paga Crocodile Pond: Complete Travel & Tourist Guide
Visiting Paga Crocodile Pond is one of those Ghanaian experiences that stays with you long after the photos…
Ghosts of the Gold Coast Railway: The Rise, Ruin, and Memory of Accra’s Old Railway Stations
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION There is a particular quiet that hangs over the old Accra Central Railway Station. It is…
Accra to Freetown by Bus: Complete Overland Travel Guide
Getting from Accra to Freetown by road is one of the longer overland slogs in West Africa. There…
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FEATURED ANALYSIS
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 levels not seen in years, city commuters are not loosening…
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How Much Does Waakye Cost in Accra in 2026?
From morning vendors at 37 Military Hospital to upscale restaurants in Osu, the price of waakye in…
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…
How Minimalist Living Saves Money in Accra: ASJ Practical Guide
An Accra Street Journal Financial Intelligence Brief Executive Introduction Minimalist living has become a quiet but growing…
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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Document Authentication and Attestation in Ghana: The Complete Chain Explained
A Ghanaian document is rarely accepted abroad on its face.…
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Notary Public Services in Ghana: What They Do, When You Need One, and How to Avoid Fraud
If you have ever been asked to have a document…
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Statutory Declaration and Affidavit in Ghana: How to Obtain Them Legally
In Ghana, the words “affidavit” and “statutory declaration” are often…
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How to Legally Change Your Name in Ghana: Deed Poll, Affidavit and Gazette Explained
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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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Ghana Bonds vs Treasury Bills: Understanding the Risk Difference
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ASJ Real Estate
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
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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
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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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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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The High Street Business
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LPG Prices Jump 18.5%, Adding GH¢48 to a 15kg Refill as SEMPA Africa Calls for Targeted Relief
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Ghana’s Cannabis Industry Stalls as $45,000 Licensing Fees Deter Investors
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Dangote Says a Son Is ‘Not My Priority’ — and His Daughters Could Lead the Empire
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Venture capital is not a charity. It is a business built on a simple but brutal math: most startups fail, a few…
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Ghana Halts Crackdown on Unlicensed Courier Riders After Public Outcry, Extends Compliance Deadline
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Young Professionals in Ghana: 5 Insurance Policies You Should Buy Before 30
September 9, 2025
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Ghana Reinsurance PLC: Africa‘s Quiet Giant at the Crossroads of a GSE Listing, Leadership Transformation, and Capital Ambition
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Before Accra Had a Name: The Rise of the La Kingdom
April 11, 2026
Introduction: A City with a Deeper Past Before the glass towers of Airport City, before the traffic jams of the Spintex Road,…
Ghana Language Twi, Ga, Ewe | Languages Spoken in Ghana
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Efua Sutherland Children’s Park in Accra – History, Activities & Visitor Guide
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Ghana: The Political Structure of the Ga People
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Baobab Fruit: The Nutrient-Packed African Superfood Transforming Modern Wellness
November 17, 2025
Introduction For centuries, the baobab tree — often called the “Tree of Life” — has stood tall across the African landscape. Its…
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Shopping Malls in Accra (Accra Mall, Junction, A&C, etc.)
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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…
How Much Does Banku and Okro Soup Cost in Accra in 2026?
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Daily Room Rentals & Accommodation in Ghana And Where to Live
Airbnb Ghana Rentals With Airbnb Room Rentals, hosts can advertise their rooms or entire homes to a global audience of potential customers. Hosts…
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