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• [New] For banks in Ghana, the overall revenue impact includes financial inclusion opportunities that generally align with national development goals and importantly, will create opportunities to generate sustainable profits through models of innovative risk assessment and delivery channels. CitiNewsroom.com
• [New] There is the need for a focused investigation into the factors influencing the integration of emerging technologies into risk evaluation procedures and the practical implications for transportation logistics in Ghana. SpringerLink
• [New] Overexposure to a single issuer - the government of Ghana - has compounded vulnerabilities at a time when fiscal consolidation remains the cornerstone of macroeconomic policy. The Business & Financial Times
• [New] Ghana's proactive investment in logistics infrastructure, including its partnership with Zipline, has proven to be a strategic decision helping to mitigate disruptions, maintain reliable access to medical supplies, and strengthen public confidence in the healthcare system. Ghanamma.com
• [New] Average Salary: Mining safety officers in Africa can earn between $60,000 to $100,000 per year, with the potential for higher salaries in regions with large-scale mining operations, such as South Africa, Ghana, and Zambia. HSEWatch - Health and Safety (HSE) Blog
• The major drivers of growth will be cooler inflation and greater cedi stability and strength over 2025, while also allowing for a dovish approach from the Bank of Ghana. Myjoyonline
• U.S. tariff threats and slowing economic growth in major economies, including China, could affect Ghana's trade performance and capital flows. The Business & Financial Times
• We will maintain zero tolerance for using Ghana as a transit or final destination for drugs or drug trafficking. Ghana Business News
• While California's success was powered in part by collaboration with private sector players and utilities, Ghana has the opportunity to go further by structuring PPPs to intentionally nurture a domestic EV and renewable energy industry. The Business & Financial Times
• With the increasing risks posed by climate change, energy insecurity, and economic disruptions linked to fossil fuel dependency, Ghana must continue to strengthen its renewable energy efforts. The Business & Financial Times
• Masdar (UAE) is expanding its renewable energy footprint across Africa, and Ghana with its aggressive energy transition goals could become a regional hub for Gulf-funded solar and wind projects. The Business & Financial Times
• Ghana, like many of its peers, must tighten its financial defences now, or risk losing the gains of the past 18 months. ""
• Rising Emissions & Resource Depletion: Unchecked industrial expansion could undermine Ghana's climate pledges and exhaust natural capital. Ghanamma.com
• Ghana's access to the New Development Bank could provide alternative funding sources for critical development projects without the stringent conditions often imposed by Western financial institutions. The Business & Financial Times
• China's advancements in welcoming an open world economy and giving a thumbs up to foreign investment present a critical opportunity for Ghana. Ghana News Agency
• For Ghana, transitioning into a 24-hour economy presents an opportunity to enhance employment, trade, and industrial output. The Business & Financial Times
• In 2022, Ghana launched its Energy Transition Framework 2022-2070, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2070 while ensuring energy security and affordability. The Business & Financial Times
• By harnessing the power of Ghana's universities, we can unlock new opportunities for economic growth and development. Ghanaian Times
• Ghana has significant potential to become a thriving medical tourism destination due to its strategic location. Myjoyonline
• With strategic investment in infrastructure, branding, and quality care, Ghana has the potential to become a leading destination for medical tourism in Africa. Ghana News Agency

Last updated: 14 June 2025