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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
World Health Day: LADA Appeals for Stronger Partnerships to Boost Ghana’s Health Financing
As Ghana joins the global community in marking World Health Day, the Law and Development Associates (LADA) is calling for strategic, long-term partnerships to secure sustainable health financing.…
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Shadows of Empire: The CIA, Kwame Nkrumah, and the Struggle for Ghanaian Sovereignty
Introduction: Reclaiming Our History In the annals of postcolonial Africa, few events resonate as profoundly as the…
Treasury Bill Rates Set for a Temporary Dip—But Don’t Expect It to Last, Analyst Warns
In an environment of tightening liquidity, cautious investor sentiment, and fluctuating government borrowing needs, Ghana’s Treasury bill…
Four Issues That Will Shape the Bank of Ghana’s 128th MPC Decision
As the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana convenes for its 128th meeting, it…
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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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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 a broader ambition: using technology to…
Taxpayers’ Rights in Ghana: What Every Citizen Should Know
Introduction In Ghana, the conversation around taxation often centers on obligations — what individuals and businesses…
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…
THE CITY. THE PEOPLE. THE EVERYDAY.
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The Wired Metropolis: How Smart City Technology Could Quietly Transform Accra
EXECUTIVE INTRODUCTION The phrase “smart city” often evokes images of a distant, futuristic, and faintly sterile utopia. Gleaming towers of glass and steel, silent, driverless pods gliding through…
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The Growing Gap Between Old Accra and New Accra
From the gleaming towers of Airport City to the struggling slums of Old Fadama, Accra is a city…
How Long Land Registration Takes in Ghana (Real Timeline)
Introduction: The Honest Answer “How long does it take to register land in Ghana?” The official answer might…
Why Land Registration Delays in Ghana: The Real Reasons Explained
Introduction: A System That Tests Patience For many Ghanaians, the journey from land purchase to receiving a Land…
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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…
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How Much Does Kenkey and Fish Cost in Accra in 2026?
Kenkey and fish is one of Accra’s most beloved and affordable meals, but in 2026, its price…
Why Young Professionals Are Choosing Accra Over Other Regions
The steady migration of young professionals to Accra is driven less by preference and more by economic…
Understanding the True Drivers of Market Prices in Accra: What Every Consumer Should Know
Market conversations in Accra often revolve around one thing: prices, according to The High Street Business. Whether…
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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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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What Happens When You Don’t Pay Your Ghana Water Bill?
When you fail to pay your Ghana Water Limited (GWL)…
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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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Ghana’s Startup Investment Market: Where Capital Is Going
Oct 12, 2026
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Venture Capital vs Private Equity: What’s the Difference?
Oct 12, 2026
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How Venture Capital Funds Make Money
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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
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
Sep 6, 2026
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Ghana Water Meter Not Working? Here’s What to Do
Sep 6, 2026
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Applying for a New Ghana Water Connection: What You Need to Know
Sep 6, 2026
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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.
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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
Oct 6, 2026
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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…
Private Equity in Ghana: How the Industry Works
September 18, 2026
Brass Fintech Brand to Disappear as Paystack Microfinance Bank Absorbs Business Banking Startup
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Private Equity vs Venture Capital in Ghana
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Empowering Trade: Coface and Activa Insurance Unlock Credit Protection for Ghanaian Businesses
April 9, 2026
Introduction: A Shift in How Business Is Conducted There are industry events one attends out of routine—and then there are those that…
Bank of Ghana Expected to Deliver Second 300-Basis-Point Rate Cut
September 11, 2025
Cocoa Wars: Ghana’s No. 2 Global Spot Under Threat from Indonesia
August 27, 2025
Oti Region Yam Farmers Trapped by Poor Roads and Market Isolation
October 30, 2025
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Travel Insurance in Ghana: Is It Worth It for Trips to the UK, USA, and Dubai?
September 9, 2025
Ghanaian Travelers Face Rising Risks Abroad For many Ghanaians, destinations like the United Kingdom, United States, and Dubai are top picks for…
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The Sacred Month: A Complete Guide to the History, Significance, and Practices of Ramadan
March 20, 2026
For over 1.4 billion Muslims worldwide, Ramadan is more than a month on the calendar—it is the heart of the Islamic year,…
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Tina Knowles Opens Up About Breast Cancer Battle in Emotional New Memoir
April 24, 2025
Tina Knowles, mother of global superstar Beyoncé, has revealed her breast cancer diagnosis in a heartfelt new memoir, shedding light on her…
Why Moringa Is Known as the Miracle Plant: Health Benefits, Nutrients & Ghanaian Wellness Guide
November 17, 2025
Eye Clinics in Accra: The Complete Guide to Vision & Eye-Care Centres
September 10, 2026
The Science of Glow: How Health and Beauty Startups Are Redefining Accra’s Personal Care Economy
July 30, 2026
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Five25 Rooftop Bar Accra (Grill, Club & Live Sports) Tesano
April 7, 2023
Five25 Rooftop Bar Accra Five25 Rooftop Bar and Grill with a premium feel located in Tesano, Accra. While you are enjoying your…
How Much Does a Plate of Plain Rice and Stew Cost in Accra?
August 23, 2026
How to Taste the Best Banku Dishes in Accra: A Complete Evergreen Guide
February 16, 2026
Spotlight on Accra’s Indigenous Food Culture: ASJ Intelligence Brief
July 23, 2026
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H.E. Samira Bawumia | Factual Biography
Samira Bawumia, the Second Lady of Ghana fits the descriptor “beauty with brains” perfectly. She turns heads with her exquisite beauty and sense of fashion, but beneath that splendour and beauty is a determined and…
March 4, 2025
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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…
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