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10 African countries with highest Chinese loans in the last 24 years

Chinese loan pledges to Africa fell to $2.1 billion in 2024, marking a sharp decline from previous years, as many countries now repay more to China than they borrow.

Ghana Advances 24-Hour Economy Agenda with Strategic GIPC–CAETP MoU

GIPC has signed an MoU with the China–Africa Economic and Trade Promotion Council to launch the China–Ghana Economic and Cooperation Project Programme, aimed at deepening investor engagement and accelerating bankable projects under Ghana’s 24H+ agenda

Ghana cedi best-performing currency in Africa for 2025 – IMF

The Ghana cedi emerged as Africa’s best-performing currency in 2025, appreciating over 40% against the US dollar, according to IMF data, driven by Bank of Ghana policies and IMF-backed reforms

Ghana unleashes powerful AI customs tool to plug US$127bn revenue leakages

Ghana is rolling out a powerful AI-driven customs inspection system from February 1 to block US$127 billion revenue leakages, boost efficiency and strengthen national security

Gov’t pays US$393m in IPP legacy debts in 2025 – Finance Ministry

The Ministry of Finance confirms that the Mahama administration settled US$393 million in outstanding IPP payments in 2025, part of a US$1.47 billion intervention to stabilise Ghana’s energy sector and restore investor confidence

Monetary policy was major cause of 2025 cedi appreciation – US-based Monetary Economist

US-based economist Dr. Dennis Nsafoah attributes the cedi’s strong appreciation in 2025 solely to the Bank of Ghana’s tight monetary policy, citing reduced liquidity and reserve growth.

GoldBod engages World Gold Council to drive major reforms in Ghana’s gold sector

GoldBod engages the World Gold Council to roll out blockchain-based traceability reforms aimed at curbing illegal mining and promoting responsible gold production in Ghana