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NESCAFÉ Launches Real Vibes Text & Win Promo to Reward Coffee Consumers Across Ghana

NESCAFÉ has launched the Real Vibes Text & Win Promo, an exciting consumer promotion designed to reward loyal coffee lovers and bring the brand’s My Coffee, My Vibe experience even closer to consumers across the country. Running from September to December, the promotion gives consumers the opportunity to enjoy their favourite NESCAFÉ coffee while standing a chance to win exciting prizes, including phones, motorcycles, airtime and the ultimate grand prize—an electric SUV. Speaking at the launch, Lily Ntim, Category Development Manager for NESCAFÉ, said the promotion reflects NESCAFÉ’s commitment to creating, rewarding and memorable experiences for consumers. “Today, we are excited to introduce the NESCAFÉ Real Vibes Text & Win Promo, a campaign designed to bring the My Coffee, My Vibe experience even closer to our consumers,” she said. She added that the campaign is not only about prizes, but also about celebrating the everyday moments consumers enjoy with their coffee. “T...

Ghana Chamber of Mines Donates to Two Special Schools in Eastern Region

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has donated 61 bags of 25kg rice to two special schools in the Eastern Region as part of its corporate social investment programme. The Akropong School for the Blind received 31 bags, while the Demonstration School for the Deaf at Mampong received 30 bags. The donation is aimed at supporting the schools in meeting some of their basic needs and improving the welfare of their students. Speaking during the presentation, the Director of Analysis, Research, and Finance at the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Christopher Opoku Nyarko, said the organisation was committed to supporting institutions that serve vulnerable groups. The Ghana Chamber of Mines is committed to responsible mining. We have been supporting you since last year, and we are pleased to be here again today,” he noted. Christopher Opoku Nyarko, Director of Research, in a handshake with the headmistress of the school for the blind, Mrs. Veronica Dery. They are flanked by staff of the Chamber He assured ...

There’ll be no GH¢500 Cedi note as part of Heritage Series issuance – BoG

The Bank of Ghana insists it will not issue new and higher-denomination banknotes as part of its “Heritage Series” rollout on November 3, 2026. According to the Central Bank, what it is doing is an upgrade of the existing currencies in circulation and not the introduction of new banknotes. The Director of the Currency Management Department at the Bank of Ghana, Dominic Owusu, disclosed this on the Super Morning Show, with host Winston Amoah on September 25, 2026. He urged the public to disregard commentary on some social media platforms that the Bank of Ghana is working to introduce new notes and higher denominations such as GH¢500 cedis. Owusu went ahead to highlight the security features that the Bank of Ghana is going to incorporate in the upgraded cedi notes. It will also come with improved durability and modern designs that reflect Ghana’s heritage and aspirations”, he added. The Director of the Currency Management Department also stated that “They [currencies] are designed ...

NPLs declined to 15.7% in August 2026

The Bank of Ghana says its confidence surveys conducted in August 2026 reflected positive consumer and business sentiments. This is based on the relatively stable macroeconomic environment and optimism about growth prospects. According to the Central Bank, the updated Composite Index of Economic Activity (CIEA) recorded a strong annual growth of 14.9% in July 2026, compared to 6.1% in July 2025. It added that key indicators such as credit to the private sector, international trade activities, and consumption of goods and services contributed to the improvement in the CIEA. Headline inflation increased to 5.0% in August 2026 from 4.6% in July 2026, driven mainly by non-food inflation. Non-food inflation rose to 6.8% from 6.1% in July, largely on the back of some pass-through effects from the upward adjustments in utility tariffs and elevated crude oil prices. In contrast, food inflation has remained low and declined marginally to 3.0%, from 3.1% on the back of improved food supply...

MTN Ghana launches 2026 Suncity Festival.....Reinforces commitment to quality services

MTN Ghana has officially launched the 2026 Suncity Festival, emphasizing its commitment to delivering exceptional telecommunication services as it celebrates 30 years of operation in the country. The announcement was made by Obed Adu Amankwaa, Bono Regional Sales Manager of MTN Ghana, during a ceremony held in Sunyani. In his address, Amankwaa highlighted the company's dedication to rewarding loyal customers with life-changing benefits, marking a significant milestone in MTN's journey from its inception as Spacefon to its current status as a leading telecommunications provider. He noted that MTN's evolution has been driven by innovation, resilience, and strong customer loyalty. Over the past three decades, MTN has introduced transformative services, including GSM, Mobile Money, and various enterprise and digital solutions. The company has also made substantial investments in its network infrastructure to ensure reliable connectivity for its subscribers. Amankwaa pointed o...

Asanko Gold expands agric support programme to 80 farmers in Ashanti Region

Asanko Gold Ghana Ltd has expanded its Community Agricultural Support Programme (CASP) to reach 80 smallholder farmers in the Ashanti Region. The beneficiaries are drawn from 12 communities in the Amansie West and Amansie South districts. The second phase of the programme aims to improve agricultural productivity, strengthen food security, and help farmers cope with rising input costs, changing rainfall patterns, and limited access to agricultural extension services. Isaac Kwakye, Asanko's Social Responsibility Manager, said the initiative was designed to strengthen agriculture and support livelihoods in the company's host communities. He explained that providing farmers with inputs, training, and technical support would help improve farming practices and increase food production. "We thought it wise that if we can help our farmers improve agricultural practices, if we can support them with farming inputs, it will go a long way in augmenting their farm produce, which in t...