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Investigative editorial with commentary from Accra Street Journal, SKB Journal, and SamBoad Publishing on President Mahama’s bold decision to abolish the E-Levy before launching his second term

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Gold Fields Ghana plans to transfer the Damang mine to the government in April 2026, after the one-year lease extension expires. Group Chief Executive Mike Fraser shared this update today, August 22, 2025

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Priority Insurance’s Ebenezer Forson proposes a points-based penalty system linking NIC, DVLA, MTTD, and insurers to reward safe drivers with lower premiums and improve road safety in Ghana.

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Accra Street Journal interviews Priority Insurance’s Salifu Abubakari on what happens when stolen vehicles are insured in Ghana, the law’s stance, and why due diligence is crucial for both customers and insurers.

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The potential signing of Eberechi Eze has completely lifted the spirits of Arsenal fans during this transfer window.

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By 2023, nearly half of Africa's population—48%—were active users of banking services, and this number is rapidly increasing. But this growth isn't just about scale; Africa is setting global trends in digital banking, pioneering innovative, user-focused solutions designed for its mobile-first population

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Hearts of Oak achieved back-to-back wins against Heart of Lions in just three days, clinching a 1-0 victory on Wednesday night at the University of Ghana Stadium during the 2025 GHALCA Top 4 tournament

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Ghana forward Felix Afena-Gyan signs and joins Turkish second-tier side Amedspor on loan

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Africa's cocoa producers, including Ghana, are expected to experience only modest economic benefits from sustained higher global cocoa prices

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Julius Debrah, the Chief of Staff, has emphasized the pressing need to remove obstacles hindering the free movement of people, goods, and services throughout Africa

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Music producer MOG Beatz has taken down two of Shatta Wale’s songs from Apple Music, claiming the dancehall artist sold his catalogue without properly crediting or compensating him and other producers.

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Renowned Ghanaian filmmaker Shirley Frimpong-Manso is gearing up to premiere her first Nollywood film, ‘Stitches,’ at the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in 2025

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The World Bank, Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), and Trust Valley have announced the launch of applications for the GovTech Innovation Challenge.

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At TICAD9, GIPC CEO Simon Madjie positioned Ghana as Japan’s gateway to Africa, highlighting tax incentives, a 24-hour economy agenda, and sector opportunities in agribusiness, energy, and manufacturing

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The Bank of Ghana has banned banks from paying foreign currency cash to large firms unless backed by deposits, aiming to stabilize the forex market and curb hoarding

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The Ghana Stock Exchange saw over 2.7 million shares worth GH¢10M traded on August 20, 2025, yet the GSE Composite Index fell to 7,303.81, reflecting investor caution.

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At TICAD 9, John Mahama calls for bold investment in Africa’s youth-driven startups, fintech, agritech, and creative sectors to drive economic diversification