Ghana Gold Board announces nationwide inspections from February 2, 2026, to shut down unlicensed jewellery makers, fabricators and gold

GoldBod Begins Nationwide Crackdown on Unlicensed Gold Operators

Ghana Gold Board announces nationwide inspections from February 2, 2026, to shut down unlicensed jewellery makers, fabricators and gold refineries. Ghana’s gold industry is about to undergo a major regulatory shake-up as the Ghana Gold Board, GoldBod, prepares to roll out nationwide inspections aimed at flushing out unlicensed operators across the country. Beginning Monday, February…

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Ghana–China trade surged to a record $14.1 billion in 2025, marking a 19.3% growth. As Ambassador Tong Defa departs,

Ghana–China Trade Hits $14.1bn

Ghana–China trade surged to a record $14.1 billion in 2025, marking a 19.3% growth. As Ambassador Tong Defa departs, he reflects on deepening ties, zero-tariff benefits, and a future of expanded cooperation. Ghana–China Trade Hits $14.1bn: A Partnership Entering a New Era The economic relationship between Ghana and China has reached a historic milestone. In…

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Ghana’s Minister of Food and Agriculture has assured farmers that stalled works at the Kpong Irrigation Scheme will resume within days,

Kpong Irrigation Scheme Set for Revival as Government Fast-Tracks Payments to Boost All-Year Farming

Ghana’s Minister of Food and Agriculture has assured farmers that stalled works at the Kpong Irrigation Scheme will resume within days, paving the way for year-round farming, improved rice yields, and stronger food security. Kpong Irrigation Scheme: A Turning Point for Ghana’s Food Security After months of uncertainty and slowed progress, hope is returning to…

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Nigeria records 14% rise in exports to Africa

West Africa Takes Over 62% of Nigeria’s African Exports, Reinforcing Regional Trade Power

West Africa now absorbs over 62% of Nigeria’s exports to Africa, highlighting Nigeria’s growing role in regional trade and value chains under ECOWAS and AfCFTA. West Africa Emerges as Nigeria’s Strongest African Trade Partner Nigeria’s position as a regional economic engine is becoming increasingly evident, with new data showing that West Africa absorbs more than…

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Ghana’s DVLA is set for a major transformation in 2026, introducing smart driving tests, a cybersecurity department, emission testing,

DVLA Announces Major Digital Reforms: Smart Testing, Cybersecurity Unit, and Safer Roads for Ghana

Ghana’s DVLA is set for a major transformation in 2026, introducing smart driving tests, a cybersecurity department, emission testing, and a demerit point system to modernise operations and improve road safety. DVLA’s Digital Reset: How Technology Will Redefine Licensing and Road Safety in Ghana The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) is preparing to undergo…

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Ghana’s cashew floor price has been slashed by 20% for the 2025/2026 season. Discover how this decision threatens smallholder farmers

Ghana’s Cashew Price Cut: Why the 2025/2026 Decision Threatens Smallholder Farmers and the Future of the Industry

Ghana’s cashew floor price has been slashed by 20% for the 2025/2026 season. Discover how this decision threatens smallholder farmers, productivity, and the future of the cashew industry—and why stakeholders are calling for urgent reforms. Ghana’s Cashew Price Cut: A Decision with Far-Reaching Consequences Ghana’s cashew industry, one of the fastest-growing tree crop sectors in…

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