President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to complete 23 major road projects inherited in various stages of completion, with an estimated cost of GH¢15 billion.Delivering the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) on February 27, the President stated that the projects, awarded under the previous administration

Atlantic Lithium Limited has terminated takeover discussions while awaiting parliamentary ratification of the Mining Lease for the Ewoyaa Lithium Project, shifting strategic focus back to Ghana’s approval process as the central determinant of its near-term valuation.

British International Investment reinforces its commitment to Ghana’s private sector, highlighting SME finance, job creation and sustainable economic growth during a high-level leadership visit.

Bank of Ghana Deputy Governor says Africa cannot achieve full AfCFTA integration without secure, affordable and reliable cross-border payment systems. High costs and delays remain major barriers.

Commercial banks in Ghana have been urged to prepare for potential financial risks as the country approaches the end of its International Monetary Fund (IMF) Extended Credit Facility programme, expected to conclude in August 2026.

Strong Appreciation, Policy Discipline and Export Inflows Fuel Record Gains.

Khaby Lame, the world’s most-followed TikTok creator, has sold his company in a deal valued at about $900 million, according to a report by Business Insider, highlighting the growing commercial power of social media influencers.

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has injected more than US$100 million into Ghana’s cocoa sector, with total support expected to reach up to US$300 million in 2026, as financing delays at the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD).

Ghana is undertaking a significant shift in how its pension funds are deployed, moving away from a model heavily reliant on government debt toward a strategy aimed at driving long-term economic growth and job creation. As of early 2026, total pension assets are projected to exceed GH¢100 billion (approximately US$5.9 billion)

The continent aims to define its future through productive capacity and economic independence, signalling a desire for collaboration and mutual prosperity rather than dependency on external aid.

This post briefly explores BlueInvest Africa, outlining its role in supporting sustainable blue economy and marine startups in Africa by connecting them to investors and improving their investment readiness. It highlights the initiative’s relevance for Ghanaian and West African businesses, explains eligibility and funding pathways, and emphasizes its importance in promoting economic growth while protecting ocean and coastal resources.

After years of economic strain, restructuring, and cautious survival, Ghana’s business environment is entering what analysts might be describing as a potential reset year.