GPRTU cracks down on unauthorised fare increases as drivers ignore union rules
Ghana's transport union orders drivers to reverse illegal fare hikes and warns of enforcement action against non-compliant operators.
Transport fares creeping up on Accra routes despite operators' 30% increase freeze
Commuters report unexpected fare hikes on multiple routes even as GPRTU maintains suspension of planned adjustment.
Ghana's inflation eases to 4.6% in July as food prices bring relief to households
Ghana's year-on-year inflation fell to 4.6% in July 2026, down from 5.3% in June, driven primarily by declining food prices offering reprieve to consumers.
Fuel Price Crisis Deepens Ghana's Economic Squeeze, Economist Warns of Rising Inflation Ahead
Persistent fuel price increases threaten to shift inflation toward imported goods, burdening Ghanaian households and businesses.
Energy Levy Hike Masks True Cost of Living Crisis, Economist Warns Government
Dr. George Domfe criticises government for insufficiently publicising a 700% increase in the Energy Sector Levy, warning of hidden pressure on households and businesses.
Ghana's Post-IMF Era: Economy Faces Fresh Pressures as Fiscal Consolidation Claims Draw Scrutiny
With Ghana's IMF programme concluded, economists question the durability of fiscal reforms and warn of renewed economic vulnerabilities.
Mahama Orders NPA to Slash Diesel Prices by GH¢2 Per Litre in Fresh Cost-of-Living Relief
President Mahama has directed the National Petroleum Authority to absorb GH¢2 per litre of diesel to ease fuel costs for Ghanaians.