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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/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 11.64 | -0.03 | -0.24% |
| GBP/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 15.50 | -0.08 | -0.49% |
| EUR/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 12.97 | -0.08 | -0.63% |
| NGN/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 0.01 | +0.00 | +0.24% |
| CAD/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 8.29 | -0.03 | -0.42% |
| ZAR/GHS28 Oct 2026 | 0.70 | 0.00 | -0.25% |
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| Name | Last | Chg. | Chg. % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol28 Oct 2026 | GH₵16.59 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| Diesel28 Oct 2026 | GH₵18.11 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
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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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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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Street of Accra
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Ghana Passport Biometric Appointment and Expedited Service Guide
The biometric appointment is the one step you cannot skip. Whether you apply in Accra, London, or Washington, you must appear in person so your fingerprints and photograph…
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Ghana Passport Centres in Accra, Contact Details and FAQs
Applying for a Ghana passport requires an in-person visit for biometric capture, but the good news is that…
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…
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…
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Ghana’s Waste-to-Energy Sector: Investment Opportunities, Revenue Models & Power Potential
Every morning in Accra, trucks roll out from homes, markets, and businesses carrying thousands of tonnes of waste. By evening, most of it ends up in landfills—overflowing sites…
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Top 10 Key Takeaways from Kissi Agyebeng’s ‘A Few Good Men’ You Need to Know
Top 10 Key Takeaways from Kissi Agyebeng’s ‘A Few Good Men’ You Need to Know… Suppressing and…
Prof. Aning Urges Urgent Operational Shift Within 72 Hours to Contain Bawku Conflict
Security expert Professor Kwesi Aning has issued a stern warning regarding the escalating Bawku conflict, calling for…
Can Sean “Diddy” Combs Rebuild His Empire After 4 years 4 months Prison Sentence?
From Music Mogul to Federal Inmate Sean “Diddy” Combs once commanded not just stages, but boardrooms—his empire…
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LEGAL SPOTLIGHT
Understanding Ghana’s Electoral Commission and Its Functions
1. Introduction: The Guardian of Ghana’s Democracy Free, fair, and transparent elections form the cornerstone of any democracy — and in Ghana, the institution responsible…
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Can You Recover Money Lost to an MLM or Investment Scam in Ghana? ASJ Legal & Practical Guide
The short answer is: It depends—but recovery is possible, and has happened. Under Ghanaian law, while the chances…
What Happens When You Don’t Pay Your Ghana Water Bill?
When you fail to pay your Ghana Water Limited (GWL) bill, the consequences are serious and…
QNET Ghana Complaints: What Consumers Are Saying
A 2026 Intelligence Brief from Accra Street Journal Executive Summary: The Great Divide Consumer complaints about…
THE CITY. THE PEOPLE. THE EVERYDAY.
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Dental Clinics in Accra: The Complete Guide to Dentists, Locations & Services
Accra has a growing network of dental clinics across the city, from established practices in East Legon and Airport Residential to newer facilities in Adenta and Madina. Notable…
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Top Golf Courses Near Accra
For a city better known for its traffic and markets, Accra hides a quiet sporting heritage. The capital…
Accra to Lagos Flights: Everything You Need to Know
Traveling between Accra, Ghana, and Lagos, Nigeria is one of the busiest air routes in West Africa. Whether…
Accra to Koforidua by Bus: 2025 Short Trip Travel Guide
Intro & Overview Traveling from Accra to Koforidua, the capital of Ghana’s Eastern Region, is one of the…
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FEATURED ANALYSIS
Ghana’s Economy Is Stabilising, But Household Budgets Tell a More Cautious Story
Macroeconomic Stability Meets Household Restraint Ghana’s macroeconomic indicators are showing signs of recovery. Inflation has slowed, the cedi has stabilised, and financial conditions are no longer as…
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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…
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…
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
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
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
Changing your name in Ghana is not a matter of…
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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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How Institutional Investors Use Ghana Government Bonds
Oct 17, 2026
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Ghana Bonds vs Treasury Bills: Understanding the Risk Difference
Oct 17, 2026
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Can You Sell Ghana Government Bonds Before Maturity?
Oct 17, 2026
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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
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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
Oct 6, 2026
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Ebenezer Asante’s MTN Ghana Stake Hits $4.3 Million as Shares Surge 48.1%
Oct 5, 2026
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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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Markets · Featured Analysis
LPG Prices Jump 18.5%, Adding GH¢48 to a 15kg Refill as SEMPA Africa Calls for Targeted Relief
Oct 23, 2026 · The High Street Business
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
Oct 23, 2026
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Dangote Says a Son Is ‘Not My Priority’ — and His Daughters Could Lead the Empire
Oct 6, 2026
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Dangote Backs $16 Billion, 700,000-bpd Refinery in Lamu, Kenya
Oct 6, 2026
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Accra’s Tech Ambition: Why Ghana’s Capital Could Emerge as Africa’s Next Innovation Powerhouse
March 2, 2026
Why Accra Could Become Africa’s Next Tech Hotspot Across Africa, a handful of cities dominate conversations about technology and venture capital. Yet…
Inside Ghana’s Emerging Tech Spaces: The Innovation Hubs Powering Accra’s Digital Economy
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Ghana’s Startup Investment Market: Where Capital Is Going
October 12, 2026
Private Equity in Ghana: How the Industry Works
September 18, 2026
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Petrol and Diesel Prices Up at Shell Filling Stations
December 5, 2024
Fuel prices have risen at Shell, with petrol at GH₵14.99 and diesel at GH₵15.72, defying expectations of stability. Fuel prices have seen…
GIFEC Targets Network Support Firms Evading Digital Levies
April 19, 2025
Ghana’s 2025 Budget: Key Growth Strategies, Tax Reforms & Fiscal Priorities Unveiled
March 18, 2025
PPI Hits 4-Year Low as Producer Inflation Falls to 1.4%, Signalling Easing Cost Pressures for Ghanaian Businesses
November 20, 2025
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Abubakari Salifu Leads Training on Insurance Fraud Prevention in the Digital Age at Ghana College of Insurance
August 18, 2025
Accra, Ghana – The Ghana College of Insurance hosted a two-day intensive training program on “Insurance Fraud Prevention in the Digital Age”…
Ghana Insurance Industry Revenue Rankings 2024: Who Controls the GHS 7.34 Billion Market?
February 28, 2026
Does your car’s colour determine the car insurance premium?
August 26, 2022
The Silent Premium: Why Cyber Insurance Is Rapidly Becoming a Non-Negotiable Necessity for Ghanaian Business
August 12, 2026
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Ghana: History of Television Broadcasting
March 26, 2024
In the past, the government controlled television broadcasting in Ghana. The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation was the only one allowed to broadcast until…
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FDA Clears the Sample, But Who Clears What We Eat? Ghana’s Silent Food Safety Crisis
June 26, 2025
By Samuel Kwame Boadu | Accra Street Journal | June 27, 2025 In Ghana’s food regulation regime, trust often begins and ends…
Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Ghana: History, Meaning and Why October Matters
October 4, 2026
Malaria in Ghana: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Measures
November 12, 2024
Rokmer Pharma’s Klire Cream: Usage, Dosage & Side Effects
August 24, 2024
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The Secret Behind Ghana’s Shito Sauce
August 27, 2025
In the colorful world of Ghanaian cuisine, one condiment stands out not only for its fiery flavor but also for its cultural…
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Audrey Harrison: Biography, Career, and the Banker-Turned-Nollywood Star of Wura
Audrey Harrison is a Nigerian actress, filmmaker, and former banker who has become a recognizable face in Nollywood through her role as Mandy in the Showmax soap opera Wura. Since transitioning from a career in…
October 18, 2026
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Chidi Dike: The Rise of Nollywood’s “Lover Boy” and the New Face of Romantic Drama
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Ghana: Kuvuki Beach Lodge Ghana, Resort in Kasoa
Kuvuki Beach Lodge Ghana, Resort in Kasoa Kuvuki Beach Lodge Ghana is a beautiful serene beach lodge along the shores of Langma,…
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