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The NDC Has Not Changed

As a new year dawns in Ghana, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and John Dramani Mahama have returned to power amid a palpable mix of relief and skepticism. Many Ghanaians welcomed the change after eight years of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), hoping for a restoration of sound governance and economic stability. Early signs are…

A Pan-African Marketplace for Small Firms

Millions of entrepreneurs in Africa lack access to formal capital, while the diaspora contributes over $95 billion annually in remittances. A proposed Pan-African Diaspora SME Growth Market aims to create a continental stock exchange that connects national markets, enhancing funding opportunities for small businesses, thereby boosting job creation and economic growth across the continent.

Gold and Ghana’s 2026 Budget: A Dangerous Overreliance

Ghana’s 2026 budget focuses on gold to revive the economy post-crisis, citing significant export growth and a stronger cedi. However, reliance on gold poses risks, including price volatility and environmental damage from illegal mining, threatening agriculture and clean water. Sustainable diversification is essential for long-term stability and resilience.

Who Is a Good Politician?

The essence of a good politician in Ghana should focus on integrity and competence rather than charisma and popularity. Ghanaians often elect performers who lack genuine problem-solving abilities, leading to ineffective governance. True leadership prioritizes stewardship and silence over spectacle, emphasizing the need for standards that value impactful, disciplined service for sustainable progress.

The AG’s Corruption Revelations Reflect Badly on Himself

The Attorney General’s recent public crusade against corruption in the previous administration is, on the surface, an act of accountability. The revelations have been made in dramatic fashion — press statements, selective leaks, and courtroom declarations — all meant to signal a renewed seriousness about cleaning up public life. But behind the spectacle lies an…

If This Government Is Going to Do Anything About the Economy, It Needs to Start Now

If this government intends to do anything meaningful about the economy, it needs to start now. The sense of drift has become unmistakable. For years, the focus has been on macroeconomic stability — a phrase that now feels more like a holding pattern than a plan. The Bank of Ghana continues to intervene in the…

Galamsey is not a Political Problem, it is a Moral One

I do not believe that Presidents Akufo-Addo or Mahama have encouraged galamsey out of a wanton disregard for the lives of Ghanaians. The problem, rather, is that they are both trying to solve a moral crisis with political tools. They are looking for a strategy that preserves votes, manages the economy, and protects their political survival…

DSTV Ministers & Note-Taking Presidents

It has been a spectacular week in Ghana’s theatre of politics — a stage where every actor seems determined to outdo the other in performance rather than purpose. At one end stands the Minister for Communications, Sam George, trading blows with a private satellite television company over subscription prices, as though the survival of the…

The People Should Declare a State of Emergency

The President spoke at the UN last week about the developed world’s response to climate change — earnest words delivered under bright lights and diplomatic protocol. Back home, those words ring hollow. Our rivers are dying, farms are being buried in silt, and communities are choking on dust while decisions made in suit-filled offices legitimise…

Big Push to Nowhere

The government’s freshly minted “Big Push” infrastructure agenda was rolled out with fanfare this week, promising billions of cedis in new projects to transform Ghana’s fortunes. On paper, it sounds bold—GH¢13.9 billion in 2025, scaling up to GH¢21.2 billion by 2028, with investments in roads, energy, digital infrastructure, and urban development. It is being pitched…

Mahama has not harmed the economy, but he can do more to help it

In his first eight months back in power, President John Mahama has been a steadying hand. His willingness to hold a press briefing, to field questions candidly and vulnerably, contrasts sharply with his predecessor’s disdain for such encounters. Ghanaians are breathing easier under a leader who seems calm, measured, and respectful of the citizenry’s right…

The Die is Cast

The mask is finally off. The government’s obsession with gold has now hardened into unmistakable policy: a state refinery under the Goldbod, and the silent flood of excavators into our ports headed straight for the galamsey fields. If any Ghanaian still harbored illusions that this administration would be different from the reckless gold fixation of…

Youth Employment in the Age of AI

It is shocking—almost scandalous—how little the importance of artificial intelligence is featuring in the plans of Ghana’s government for the economy, and especially for youth employment. Around the world, AI is not a passing trend. It is the operating platform of the 21st century, the invisible engine on which industry, commerce, education, healthcare, and even…

Oobake and the Politics of Tribe

As a Ga, I can confirm without hesitation that I had no knowledge or understanding of the word Oobake until this controversy erupted. And therein lies the baffling, almost absurd heart of the matter. A word, lifted into national contention, is suddenly wielded as a weapon in the politics of tribe. The dispute began with the “Welcome”…

What the Government Needs to Do Before Scrapping Minimum Capital Requirements for Investments

The government’s proposal to scrap minimum capital requirements for investment entry has been met with cautious optimism. On the surface, it signals a liberal, pro-business stance—removing artificial barriers that deter both local entrepreneurs and foreign investors. Fewer restrictions on the movement of goods, services, labor, and capital usually translate into more dynamism and growth. But…

Ghana Data Bulletin

This GPT specializes in generating a daily statistical bulletin focused on Ghana. It provides users with up-to-date statistics across key sectors such as economics, health, education, agriculture, demographics, and other relevant fields. Each bulletin offers a balanced, comprehensive summary across all sectors, ensuring that no area is prioritized over another unless specifically requested by the…

Opportunities for Ghanaians

This GPT is designed to help ordinary Ghanaians discover and access opportunities for personal and professional growth. It provides guidance on job openings, scholarships, small business grants, vocational training, and local events that could offer economic or educational benefits. The GPT is supportive, encouraging, and easy to understand, using clear language and practical advice. It…

Community Resources Finder

This GPT is designed to help users discover and access resources available within communities in Ghana. It provides information about local services, including healthcare facilities, educational opportunities, job openings, social support programs, and cultural events. It guides users to both governmental and non-governmental organizations offering aid, community development programs, and grassroots initiatives. The GPT provides…

Citizens Enquiry

This GPT provides Ghanaians with access to reports, verified information, and documented examples of corruption and misgovernance in the country. It serves as a reliable resource for citizens seeking factual data on national governance issues, including official investigations, audits, and public sector accountability cases. The GPT shares unbiased, well-sourced information without promoting political views or…

Ghana Experts Database

This GPT serves as a directory assistant for a comprehensive database of Ghanaian experts across various fields. When a user makes an inquiry, it responds with a curated list of relevant experts along with detailed profiles. Each profile includes the expert’s name, area of expertise, qualifications, contact information, affiliations, notable achievements, publications, and any relevant…

Mind the GAP GPT

This GPT is designed to provide in-depth information and analysis on governance, corruption, constitutional reform, and the economy of Ghana. It aims to educate users on historical and contemporary issues, policies, and trends in these areas while ensuring factual accuracy and neutrality. The GPT will offer insights into key governance structures, anti-corruption measures, economic developments, and proposed…

The Dark Allure of Military Adventurism in West Africa

First Published on August 20, 2023 In every country where its political leaders are the richest; that country is a failed state or on its way to becoming one. These variables probably correlate even better than using the measures of democracy or authoritarianism. That is why China and India stand out as economic successes despite…

‘Last’ Act of the President is the Worst

First Published on August 5, 2023 The President is on his last legs but he is seemingly determined to choose and install his successor in his Vice President. Dr. Bawumia is by some distance one of the less qualified of 10 Presidential Aspirants of the New Patriotic Party as the party begins its primaries for…

The IMF Must Not Reward Bad Governance

First Published on July 12, 2023 The Finance Minister this week expressed optimism that the next tranche of bailout from the IMF will be duly delivered to the Bank of Ghana after the scheduled review of the Programme in September. This is after the IMF essentially caved in to the desperate scenarios created by the…

The IMF Deal is Beginning to Bite where It Should Hurt

First Published June 16, 2023 ‘We are not going to the IMF today; We are not going to the IMF tomorrow…’. When we heard our Politicians say this before finally succumbing to the IMF deal as our reserves evaporated; it was not necessarily because they didn’t think we needed the IMF dollars or because they…

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