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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/GHS27 Oct 2026 | 11.67 | +0.05 | +0.43% |
| GBP/GHS27 Oct 2026 | 15.58 | +0.04 | +0.24% |
| EUR/GHS27 Oct 2026 | 13.06 | +0.03 | +0.23% |
| NGN/GHS27 Oct 2026 | 0.01 | 0.00 | -1.47% |
| CAD/GHS27 Oct 2026 | 8.33 | +0.03 | +0.40% |
| ZAR/GHS27 Oct 2026 | 0.70 | +0.00 | +0.20% |
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol27 Oct 2026 | GH₵16.59 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Diesel27 Oct 2026 | GH₵18.11 | 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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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
While many DVLA services still require an in-person visit for biometrics, eye tests, or vehicle inspections, the Authority…
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 Real Cost of Staying Alive in Ghana
Introduction: The Arithmetic of Survival There is a quiet arithmetic to survival. It does not make dramatic headlines. It happens instead at the market stall, at the landlord’s…
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Are Ghanaian Politicians Just Real Estate Agents in Disguise?
Summary: Many Ghanaian politicians are becoming land barons, flipping land for profit and using state influence to…
From Gold Losses to Gold Gains: How Ghana’s Commodity Policies Are Reshaping Reserves, Trade and Confidence
Ghana’s recent economic story is increasingly being written in gold—both in its successes and its missteps. From…
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: separate…
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LEGAL SPOTLIGHT
Ghana Anti-LGBT Bill Reintroduced: A Deeper Look into the Controversial Legislation
Introduction: A Recurring Debate Reignites Ghana’s Parliament has once again placed the controversial anti-LGBT bill at the center of national and international attention. The reintroduction…
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How SML Played Hide and Seek at Kotoka Airport — And Nearly Got Away With It
This questionable revenue assurance and auditing contract seemed to be backdated, as evidence later suggested it…
Legal Age of Consent and Marriage in Ghana: Myths vs Facts
In Ghana, the issue of consent—both sexual and matrimonial—is often clouded by tradition, misinformation, and outdated…
Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) Case Breakdown
An Accra Street Journal Legal & Current Affairs Intelligence Brief Executive Summary Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known…
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CITY SPOTLIGHT
How SMEs in Accra Are Growing Amid Market Challenges
Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are often described as the backbone of Ghana’s economy, and nowhere is this more visible than in Accra, the nation’s commercial capital. In…
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Category E Technical Schools in Accra You Should Know
Category E Technical Schools in Accra You Should Know In recent years, Ghana’s education system has undergone major…
What Happens After You Buy Land in Ghana? Full Process Explained
Introduction: The Purchase Is Just the Beginning You have negotiated with the chief, signed the documents, handed over…
The Cartography of Memory: Accra’s Historical Streets and the Stories Etched in Their Names
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION A city’s streets are its most public text. They are the daily, unread archive under the…
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Accra, Ghana Cost of Living
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FEATURED ANALYSIS
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 a crucial role in shaping consumer prices, the cost of…
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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…
The Real Cost of Living in Accra — Beyond Rent
When people talk about the cost of living in Accra, they often talk about rent first. But…
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…
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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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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Market Focus
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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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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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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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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LPG Prices Jump 18.5%, Adding GH¢48 to a 15kg Refill as SEMPA Africa Calls for Targeted Relief
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Ghanaian households are facing higher cooking costs after an 18.5% increase in liquefied petroleum gas prices in the second half of October, with SEMPA Africa warning the rise threatens clean cooking targets and calling…
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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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Dangote Backs $16 Billion, 700,000-bpd Refinery in Lamu, Kenya
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Why Tech Talent Is Concentrated in Accra — Understanding Ghana’s Digital Talent Geography
March 1, 2026
In Ghana’s rapidly expanding digital economy, one pattern is consistently visible: tech talent is heavily concentrated in Accra. From software engineers and…
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The Shop in the Pocket: Why Every SME in Accra Needs a Mobile App
August 11, 2026
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION For the past decade, the dominant digital strategy for the small and medium business in Accra has been clear, accessible,…
Ghana Government’s Withdrawal of Unitization Directives Sparks Renewed Confidence in Petroleum Sector
February 28, 2025
FIFA Revenues Hit Record $13 Billion on Broadcasting Surge and Sold-Out Sponsorships
June 14, 2026
Cedi Depreciation Remains Gradual Amid Stable FX Market Conditions in April 2026
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Best Insurance Companies in Ghana (2025 Updated List)
March 21, 2025
Overview of Top Insurance Providers in Ghana The Ghanaian insurance industry is a crucial part of the country’s financial sector, providing coverage…
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Exploring the Culture of Palm Nut Soup in Ghana
August 28, 2025
Among the many delicacies in Ghanaian cuisine, Palm Nut Soup (Abenkwan) holds a unique and cherished place. Known for its rich, earthy…
How Cocoa Built Ghana’s Economy
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How Kelewele Became Ghana’s Favorite Snack
August 28, 2025
Oral History vs Written History: The Case of Teshie
April 12, 2026
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Tobinco Pharmaceuticals – About Us, Services
November 12, 2024
Tobinco Pharmaceuticals is one of the largest and most prominent pharmaceutical companies in Ghana. Founded in 1993, the company has built a…
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Chez afrique Menu (Bar & Restaurant in East Legon)
May 21, 2023
Chez afrique Menu & Contact, East Legon Chez Afrique is a restaurant and bar located in East Legon, Accra, serving grills and…
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Blessing Nze Obasi: Biography, Career, and the Actress Who Chose Craft Over Convention
Blessing Nze Obasi is a Nigerian actress, producer, and entrepreneur who has built a career defined by persistence and reinvention. Known to many as the wife of actor Stan Nze, she is also a performer…
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Ghana Hotels | Palma Hotel Located at Spintex and Contact Details
Palma Hotel, Spintex. In today’s world of news overload, locating trustworthy and current hotel recommendations can be overwhelming. We navigate the web…
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