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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/GHS15 Nov 2026 | 11.75 | -0.01 | -0.07% |
| GBP/GHS15 Nov 2026 | 15.53 | -0.01 | -0.07% |
| EUR/GHS15 Nov 2026 | 12.97 | -0.01 | -0.07% |
| NGN/GHS15 Nov 2026 | 0.01 | 0.00 | -0.05% |
| CAD/GHS15 Nov 2026 | 8.24 | -0.01 | -0.06% |
| ZAR/GHS15 Nov 2026 | 0.69 | 0.00 | -0.20% |
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol15 Nov 2026 | GH₵15.87 | -0.29 | -1.76% |
| Diesel15 Nov 2026 | GH₵18.38 | -0.04 | -0.22% |
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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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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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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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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 11, 2026
MTN Nears Completion of $6.2 Billion IHS Towers Takeover After Securing Nigerian and COMESA Approvals
MTN has moved closer to completing its $6.2 billion takeover of IHS Towers after securing shareholder, Nigerian regulatory and COMESA approvals, leaving South Africa’s Competition Tribunal, ECOWAS and…
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Nov 11, 2026
Dangote Cement Abandons London Secondary Listing as Refinery IPO Falls Short of 10 Million Investor Target
Aliko Dangote’s cement business has shelved plans for a secondary listing on the London Stock Exchange,…
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Nov 11, 2026
Russia Deploys Naval Training Ship on 30,000-Mile African Voyage to Deepen Military Ties
Russia is stepping up naval engagement with African countries through the Baltic Fleet training ship Perekop,…
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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…
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Ato Forson Presents 2027 Budget: “The New Economy, New Ghana, Jobs and Prosperity”
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson presented the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament on Thursday, November 12, 2026, unveiling an eight-pillar…
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Ghana Allocates GH¢17.6 Billion to Local Governance as Common Fund Jumps 23% to GH¢10.8 Billion
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Kantamanto Traders Tell Finance Minister: Price Stability Hasn’t Put Money in Customers’ Pockets
Traders at Accra’s Kantamanto Market say relative price stability has failed to translate into sales, with customers increasingly unable to afford goods — an appeal to Finance Minister…
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Activa Pays GH¢4.7 Million in 2026 Flood Claims as Ghana’s Insurers Keep Disaster Payouts Largely Undisclosed
Activa International Insurance Ghana has paid more than GH¢4.7 million in flood-related claims for the 2026 rainy season…
The T-Bill Ladder: How to Build Constant Cash Flow Using Ghana Treasury Bills
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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.…
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I Lost GH¢10,000 to an Investment Scheme: A Ghanaian’s Story
An Accra Street Journal Feature Editor’s Note The following account is true. The author is a Ghanaian professional in her early thirties who asked to remain anonymous to…
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How Oil and Gas Changed Ghana’s Economic Outlook
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Power and Precedent: Legal Questions Emerge Over Suspension of Ghana’s Chief Justice
The suspension of Ghana’s Chief Justice has sparked debate over constitutional powers and legal boundaries, raising serious…
Ghanaian Analyst Calls for Urgent Reform of U.S. Healthcare Administrative Spending
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The Heir, the Brand, and the Boardroom: Corporate Governance Lessons from the Kantanka Family Saga
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION The story of the Kantanka Group, the indigenous Ghanaian conglomerate founded by the charismatic and enigmatic Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, is far…
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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…
Ghana’s Attorney-General Halts Prosecution of Duffuor, Citing 60% Recovery in uniBank Case
Summary: Ghana’s Attorney-General has halted the prosecution of former finance minister Dr Kwabena Duffuor and seven…
Buying a Car on Hire Purchase in Ghana: How the Arrangement Works
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TVET in Accra: The Future of Practical Education
Shaping Ghana’s Workforce Through Skills and Innovation As Ghana’s economy diversifies, the demand for skilled, hands-on professionals is rising faster than ever. Traditional education systems, long focused on…
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Moving from Accra to the US: Visa, Flights, Costs
Introduction Moving from Accra to the United States is a major life decision that combines immigration paperwork, travel…
Accra to Kakum National Park: How to Get There and What to Expect
Kakum National Park, nestled in Ghana’s Central Region, is one of West Africa’s most celebrated ecological treasures. Famous…
Best Tattoo Shops in Ghana | Piercing and Tattoo Studios in Accra & Kumasi
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Understanding the True Drivers of Market Prices in Accra: What Every Consumer Should Know
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Your Financial Safety Net: How to Build an Emergency Fund While Living in Accra
Life in Accra moves fast. One moment you are enjoying a peaceful weekend at Labadi Beach, the…
How Much Does Waakye Cost in Accra in 2026?
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Can Sam George Lead Ghana’s AI Boom Before the 2028 Election?
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Priority Insurance Secures Three International ISO Certifications, Strengthening Its Commitment to Quality, Security and Business Resilience
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The Margin Trap: The Hidden Fees Inside MoMo Business and Merchant Accounts
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How to Maximize Interest on Your Mobile Money (MoMo) Wallet in Ghana
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JUSAG Declares Indefinite Nationwide Strike From November 2 Over Unpaid Reviewed Salaries
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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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GSE Turnover Falls 37% to GH¢6.96 Million as Six Equities Decline; Ecobank Ghana and TotalEnergies Lead Losers
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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
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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
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What Happens When You Don’t Pay Your Ghana Water Bill?
Sep 6, 2026
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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
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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
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Ghana’s Urban Population Hits 58.7% as 33.7 Million Population Reshapes Demand for Housing and Services
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Brass Fintech Brand to Disappear as Paystack Microfinance Bank Absorbs Business Banking Startup
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One of Nigeria’s most recognisable fintech brands is disappearing. Brass, the startup that once promised to reinvent banking for African businesses, will…
Private Equity vs Venture Capital in Ghana
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Why Tech Talent Is Concentrated in Accra — Understanding Ghana’s Digital Talent Geography
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Gold Pushes Toward $5,400 as Strait of Hormuz Fears and Inflation Risks Stoke Flight to Safety
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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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Why Home Insurance Is Becoming Increasingly Important in Accra, Ghana
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Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park: A Legacy of Ghana’s First President, Its History, Significance & Recent Renovations
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Nursing and Midwifery Registration in Ghana: Licensing, PIN Renewal and Midwifery Pathways
October 29, 2026
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