
Finance Minister Forson Urges Ghana’s Recovery to Deliver Jobs, Higher Incomes
Dr Cassiel Ato Forson said the country’s macro‑stability gains must translate into stronger domestic production and real livelihood benefits.
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Dr Cassiel Ato Forson said the country’s macro‑stability gains must translate into stronger domestic production and real livelihood benefits.

The president announced a five‑year, US$10bn programme targeting textiles, agriculture, pharmaceuticals and tourism, financed from domestic resources.

Ghana will host a new Hyundai automotive manufacturing facility, a move aimed at boosting local vehicle production, creating jobs and positioning the country as a regional manufacturing hub.

The chairman of Heirs Holdings called for a new development model at a UN General Assembly fireside chat, urging private sector growth and youth entrepreneurship.

The UK‑Ghana Chamber of Commerce’s summit highlighted a growing partnership, with trade over £1.6 billion and new opportunities in technology, agriculture and manufacturing.

The French bank’s 60.22% stake in its Ghanaian subsidiary will be transferred to the Pan‑African lender and the Social Security and National Insurance Trust, pending regulatory approval.

Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and Philippine Secretary Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro agreed to create a new chamber of commerce during the UN General Assembly, aiming to deepen business ties and explore investment opportunities.

President John Dramani Mahama met Amazon senior executives at the UN General Assembly to discuss expanding broadband and technology investment in Ghana.

Friends of a seasoned investment banker asked whether the ₦525‑per‑share offer was a good deal, prompting a deep dive into the refinery’s financials and future prospects.

The 2027 Budget will aim to cement economic gains, keep debt sustainable and foster long‑term investment, the Minister said at the launch of Absa Bank Ghana’s new head office.

A framework deal was inked to attract more American capital into Nigeria’s solid minerals sector, officials say.

The tech giant will purchase up to half of Loviisa nuclear plant output and build three new data centres, boosting Finland’s GDP and job market.

Minister Emmanuel Armah‑Kofi Buah said the country has not reaped enough benefits from a century of gold mining and is courting Shandong Gold Group to deepen investment and local participation.

The Development Bank Ghana is presenting five textile ventures to banks, aiming to secure credit before year‑end and expand support beyond Greater Accra.

Four U.S. firms announced plans to invest a combined $2 billion in South Korea’s semiconductor, advanced materials and offshore wind sectors, as Industry Minister Kim Jung‑kwan celebrated the deals in Washington.

Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has begun talks with key ministries to shape Ghana’s next economic phase, aiming to attract $10 billion in investment, create jobs and boost domestic production.

The government accepted GH¢3.48 billion in bids, 69.5% of the GH¢5.01 billion goal, while yields rose on short‑term bills and eased on the one‑year tenor.

Since its July launch, the new cardiac catheterisation unit at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has performed over 80 advanced heart procedures, yet staff shortages threaten full utilisation.

Construction on the Big Push road project has been delayed as thieves pilfer gravel, prompting the contractor to call on local residents to safeguard materials.

A nationwide NIC survey reveals fire as the top risk for Ghana’s informal sector, with traders ready to spend an average of GH¢25 a week on protection.

Farmers in West Gonja are struggling to recover costs amid falling commodity prices and a lack of market access and proper storage facilities.

Ralph Poku‑Adusei contributed to the construction of a new palace at Ankaase, celebrating the fifth anniversary of Queen Mother Nana Adomako‑Ansa I’s enstoolment.
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