The Ghana cedi emerged as Africa’s best-performing currency in 2025, according to data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) analysed across more than 20 major economies on the continent.
Category: Banking & Finance
Govt: EXIM Bank Ghana Exploring Option to Raise $200 Million From Capital Market
Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare, today revealed that the Ghana Export-Import (EXIM) Bank is exploring the option of raising $200 million from the capital market to support project financing and protect public investments.
Rethinking Banking Investments in an Age of Uncertainty: Finance Options vs Real Options
This article presents practical approaches to decision-making in banks when the future is uncertain, capital is limited, and regulation is stringent. The focus is on timing, choice, and disciplined decision-making that works in the real world. I understand this is a technical area, so I have deliberately made it practical, devoid of formulas, heavy jargon, […]
From Charity to Enterprise: A Strategic Narrative for Inclusive Prosperity
When Heirs Holdings Founder and Group Chair, Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, took the stage at the 14th Nordic–African Business Summit in Oslo, Norway, he did so with conviction and clarity: “You make your money in Africa; Invest in Africa.
Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Supports Youth Career Readiness in Collaboration with ADEK
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), launched a dedicated job placement programme for Emirati students aged 15 to 18.
Ghana Stock Exchange Performed Very Well in 2025
Accra,, Ghana//-Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) has ended the year 2025 with very good performance as the Equity Market closed the year with the GSE Composite Index reaching 8,770.25 points with a return of 79.40%, the highest since 2004.
UBA Ghana Appoints New MD/CEO and Executive Director
Accra, Ghana//-The Board of United Bank for Africa Ghana Ltd. has announced senior leadership appointments aimed at strengthening the operations of the Bank.
Ghana: SSNIT Announces 10% Increase in Monthly Pension for 2026
Accra, Ghana//-The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has announced a 10% increase in monthly pensions in 2026.
Tony Elumelu Foundation Opens 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme
Lagos, Nigeria – 1 January 2026 – The Tony Elumelu Foundation (TEF) has opened applications for the 2026 TEF Entrepreneurship Programme, calling ambitious young founders from all 54 African countries to apply now on TEFConnect.
Defence Stocks Set for a Breakout Year in 2026: deVere
Defence stocks now represent one of the most “strategically important opportunities” for investors, asserts the CEO of global financial advisory giant deVere Group.