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Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, has stated that Ghana’s foreign exchange market has regained stability, with commercial banks now taking a leading role in driving trade activities instead of the central bank. Speaking in an interview with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) during the ongoing …

The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has criticized the Foreign Affairs Minister and MP for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, over Ghana’s participation in a deportee arrangement with the United States. According to him, Mr. Ablakwa has taken a “very simplistic view” of the matter, …

The Director of the West Africa Regional Centre of CUTS International, Appiah Kusi Adomako, has urged government to exercise caution in its bid to eliminate minimum capital requirements for foreign investors. According to him, Ghana must study international models carefully before making sweeping reforms. He warned that completely removing capital …

Ghana’s Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Hon. Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has strongly defended the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude A.E.S. Torkornoo, insisting the action strictly follows the country’s constitutional provisions and does not undermine judicial independence. In a detailed press release issued on Friday, the Attorney-General responded to a …

  Presidential Staffer Bridget Otoo has responded to those who are blaming the Foreign Affairs Minister, Okudzeto Ablakwa for the US decision to reduce the validity of B1/B2 visas for Ghanaian citizens from a 5-year multiple-entry to a 3-month single-entry. The new visa restriction affects non-immigrant visas in the new …

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement to clarify Ghana’s position following public debate and media reports about the country’s recent action at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) regarding LGBTQI-related matters. The clarification comes in the wake of Ghana’s abstention from a vote at the 59th …

  The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to reduce its interventions in the foreign exchange market to allow for greater exchange rate flexibility. In its post-review statement, IMF’s Deputy Managing Director Bo Li said “The authorities have made significant strides toward rebuilding international reserves …

  Ghana’s Ambassador to the Republic of China nominee, Kojo Bonsu has assured President John Dramani Mahama to win more foreign investments for the government’s “RESET AGENDA.” The former Chief Executive Officer of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) said he will do everything within his powers to ensure that the …

  Civil Society Organization Democracy Hub has sued the government for deporting foreign nationals arrested for illegal mining (galamsey) without prosecution. The current President Mahama administration has deported over 100 foreign nationals involving in illegal mining and related offences. But Civil Society Organization Democracy Hub in their legal action filed …

  The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has implemented policies to address lack of responsiveness and discourteous conduct at some of Ghana’s diplomatic missions abroad. According to the sector Minister, the displeasing experience at some embassies is alarming and assured that decisive measures are being taken to address the situation. Hon. …