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TCDA partners Cashew Watch to boost cashew sector growth

  The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has partnered with Cashew Watch Ghana, a civil society organisation based in Sunyani, to expand advocacy and sensitisation across the cashew value chain as part of efforts to promote sustainable growth in the sector. The partnership was formalised during a meeting between the two organisations and representatives of cashew farmers in Accra. Under the collaboration, the two institutions will educate key actors in the value chain including farmers, aggregators, processors and exporters on issues such as pricing systems, production practices, value addition, job creation and trade regulations. The Chief Executive Officer of TCDA, Dr. Andy Osei Okrah, commended the advocacy work of Cashew Watch and other civil society groups involved in the tree crops sector. He said stronger collaboration among stakeholders was essential to develop Ghana’s non-traditional export commodities and increase foreign exchange earnings while creating jobs. The TC...
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Ghana to replicate digital innovation success in Malawi

 The Malawian government has invited Ghana through the Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George for a bilateral arrangement under which Ghana will replicate every single bit of its success in digital innovation in that country.  The invitation was extended to Ghana by the Malawian Minister of Information and Digitalization, Dr. Shadric Namalomba during a meeting with Sam George at the ongoing Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. In an exclusive interview with Techfocus24 after the meeting, Minister Sam George noted that on his recent state visit to Zambia with President John Dramani Mahama, he took along 12 Ghanaian technology and fintech firms, and after just three days, they returned home with a total of US$60 million worth of business deals. According to him, that was testament of Ghana's high reputation in digital innovation on the continent and how much others desire to learn from the Ghana example, ad...
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MTN Ghana Foundation Officially Hands Over Accident & Emergency Block at Ho Teaching Hospital

  MTN’s Save a Life Initiative came to life at the handover of the expanded Accident and Emergency (A&E) Block at Ho Teaching Hospital, a project that reflects the hospital’s powerful tagline: “ Save a Life, Save a Nation.” The upgraded A&E facility features 35 beds, state-of-the-art medical equipment and an elevator, significantly improving the hospital’s capacity to deliver fast and efficient emergency care. In his welcome address, the CEO of the hospital described the A&E unit as “the door to the hospital.” He expressed deep gratitude to MTN Foundation for not only opening that door but keeping it wide open for patients who need urgent care. In her remarks, the Chief Corporate Services and Sustainability Officer (CCSSO), Adwoa Wiafe noted that the true value of the facility will only be realized if patients receive quality care. She encouraged staff to ensure that everyone who comes through the A&E doors receives timely, compassionate, and professional service. T...
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Cedi Depreciation Slows to 1.65% in 2026 as Improved Dollar Liquidity Supports Stability

  The Ghanaian cedi’s depreciation against the US dollar has slowed significantly since the start of 2026, reflecting improved foreign exchange liquidity and reduced demand for hard currency. After weakening by more than 4% earlier in the year based on price quotes from some major commercial banks, the local currency has now recorded a much slower depreciation of about 1.65% year-to-date. Analysts say the improved performance began in the second week of February 2026, when the cedi started regaining some ground against the dollar. Data from commercial banks indicate that the cedi appreciated by about 2.21% between the second week of February and the end of the month. The currency opened the period at about GH¢10.95/US$ (bid) and GH¢10.98/US$ (offer) before closing at GH¢10.70/US$ and GH¢10.76/US$, translating into the 2.21% gain. Market analysts attribute the improvement largely to increased dollar supply and reduced demand for foreign exchange from businesses. The lower demand has...
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Record inflation levels can be attributed to prudent management of economy – BoG Governor

  Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, says Ghana’s record low inflation levels reflect prudent management of the economy, particularly in the monetary sector. According to him, the sharp appreciation of the cedi and the Bank of Ghana’s sterilisation measures have played a key role in bringing inflation down to historic levels. The Governor noted that “it is because of the sharp appreciation of the cedi and the prudent sterilisation measures that have also helped in delivering this record inflation”. Dr. Asiama disclosed this to JoyBusiness in an explanatory note on economic developments on March 4, 2026. The discussion covered inflation trends, the Bank of Ghana’s recent losses, the Gold for Reserve Programme, and the outlook for the cedi. Analysts on recent economic developments Inflation targeting remains one of the Bank of Ghana’s core mandates. In recent months, some analysts have credited the central bank for the cedi’s stability and the sharp decline in inflatio...
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Fire razes four-bedroom apartment in Dormaa Ahenkro, reignites concerns over broken fire tender

  An early morning fire has razed a four-bedroom apartment in Dormaa Ahenkro, leaving tenants devastated and renewing public concern over the prolonged breakdown of the municipality’s fire tender. The blaze erupted at about 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 4, spreading rapidly through the structure before residents could mount an effective response. Eyewitnesses described scenes of confusion and desperation as occupants rushed to safety, some attempting to salvage personal belongings while others formed bucket lines in a frantic effort to contain the flames. Residents say the absence of a functional municipal fire engine, reportedly out of service for nearly three months, significantly worsened the situation. We did everything we could, but the fire was too intense,” one tenant said. “If the fire tender had been working, maybe the damage wouldn’t have been this severe.” DOIII Eunice Adwoa Serwaa, Dormaa Central Municipal Fire Commander of the Ghana National Fire Service, disclosed in ...
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NIA restores Ghana Card printing nationwide after resolving technical challenges

  The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced the full restoration of Ghana Card printing services across the country after resolving temporary technical challenges that had disrupted the process in recent weeks. In a press statement issued on Thursday, March 5, 2026, the Authority assured the general public that the issues affecting the printing of the national identification card had been completely addressed. As a result, printing services have resumed at all NIA offices nationwide. According to the NIA, the interruption was caused by technical difficulties that temporarily affected the production process. Although the Authority did not provide detailed specifics about the nature of the technical issues, it emphasised that the problems have now been fully resolved, allowing normal operations to resume. The NIA expressed appreciation to the public for their patience and understanding during the period of disruption. The Authority acknowledged the inconvenience cause...
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