Ghana's Economy Grows 6.8% in August 2026 as Services Sector Powers Ahead
Ghana's economy expanded by 6.8 percent in August 2026, surpassing last year's figure, with the services sector accounting for the bulk of the growth.
BoG Governor Defends Rate Cut Decision, Points to Strong Growth and Contained Inflation
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Asiama has justified the central bank's policy rate cut as a deliberate move to maintain economic stability against a backdrop of rising global oil prices.
Ghana's Economy Set for Strong 2026 But Faces Slowdown in 2027, Fitch Solutions Warns
Fitch Solutions has kept its Ghana GDP growth forecast at nearly 6% for 2026, but warns of a notable slowdown to 4.7% in 2027.
Ghana's economy growing faster than global average, but jobs crisis remains – ISSER warns
Ghana's 6% economic growth in 2025 outpaces global peers, yet ISSER cautions that prosperity isn't reaching ordinary workers without urgent job creation.
Ghana's economy accelerates to 6.2% growth in first half of 2026, but ICT boom masks agricultural struggles
Ghana's economy grew 6.2% in H1 2026, driven by ICT and oil, while agriculture and fishing lag behind.
Ghana's growth paradox: Why a 6.4% economy leaves millions in hardship
Ghana's economy grew 6.4% in Q1 2026, yet ordinary citizens struggle with high food, transport and healthcare costs—exposing a dangerous gap between national statistics and household reality.
World Bank flags investor confidence as key to Ghana's economic recovery plan
World Bank emphasises maintaining reform credibility and investor trust as Ghana's economy grows to 6% GDP in 2025.
BoG Chief Warns: Fiscal Discipline Essential as Ghana's Economy Hits 6.4% Growth in Q1 2026
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Asiama urges government to maintain spending restraint and prudent debt management to sustain recent economic progress.
Ghana's Budget Execution Crisis: IFS Warns of Slowing Growth as Spending Falls Short
The Institute for Fiscal Studies warns that poor budget execution and unrealistic spending targets are hampering Ghana's economic growth momentum.
Ghana's Economy Expands 4.7% in April as Services and Mining Drive Growth
Ghana's economy grew 4.7% year-on-year in April 2026, with services and mining offsetting a broader slowdown across sectors.
Ghana's Economy Slows to 4.7% Growth in April as Mining Offsets Sector Weakness
Ghana's economy expanded 4.7% year-on-year in April 2026, down from 7.4% a year prior, with services leading but growth moderating across sectors.