Diplomacy

Neither Victim nor Pawn

Focus: 60 Years of Independence

Marking the 60th year of independence from British rule, Ghana seeks to lead a process of Pan-African empowerment through which the continent gradually gains economic autonomy. The history, political stability, and endemic nature of Ghanaians prove why their country is in the best position to do so.

Economy

Back on Track

Focus: Diversification

A well-crafted package of policies aimed at increasing the role of the private sector has put Ghana on the path to unprecedented growth, cutting down its dependency on imports and transforming the country to an added-value economy.

Finance

Timely Decision

Focus: Capital Requirements

The decision by the Bank of Ghana to increase capital requirements up to GHS400 million before the end of 2018 will lead to a steady consolidation of the financial industry in Ghana.

Industry & Mining

Extreme Makeover: Industrial Edition

Focus: One District, One Factory

The One District, One Factory policy, if well implemented, will mark the future of the country's economy in an unprecedented way.

Telecoms & IT

Ahead of the Curve

Focus: Leapfrogging in ICT

Once private players overcome trust issues to follow the government's digitalization agenda, Ghana will be able to capitalize on a number of opportunities in software systems, network infrastructure, and cloud services.

Energy

A Behavioral Economics Approach

Focus: Solar Power

With uncertainty dominating the global markets, solar energy in Ghana offers secure, long-term returns on one condition: reciprocal altruism, fostered by a constant cooperation with developers, should take over rational selfishness.

Energy

Green Tide

Focus: green economy

Energy

Frenemies

Focus: TEN Field Project

Following the resolution to border disputes, indigenous and foreign players must look at each other as potential partners instead of direct competitors if they seek to navigate the risks associated with the TEN field project.

Energy

Pump It Up

Focus

Though oil production began just a decade ago, high levels of investment have Ghana ready to play a significant role in the export market.

Industry & Mining

On the Rise

Focus

Though Africa on the whole has historically struggled to build strong industries, Ghana is implementing a series of initiatives and campaigns it hopes will make it a leader in the region.

Construction & Real Estate

Suburban Buffer

Focus: Middle-Class Suburbanization

With population rate and average income per capita growing steadily, Ghana is expected to see the rise of a middle class whose housing needs will be very different from current real estate market offerings.

Transport

I Believe I Can Fly

Focus: 1st West African Airshow

With eyes aimed at the skies, the focus of Ghana's transport sector lies in its airways.

Construction & Real Estate

Construction Papers

Focus

Ghana's housing sector has attracted international attention because of its rapidly growing population, but new land use policies will be needed to ensure that its urban centers can develop efficiently

Health & Education

Cost vs. Value

Focus: Free Senior High School

Ghana recently took steps to eliminate financial barriers to high school education, but at what cost to the value and quality of education?

Health & Education

Voluntary Benefits

Focus: Education

The second year of the Akufo-Addo government will champion science and mathematics, the continuation of registration fee waivers, and teacher training.

Agriculture

Ploughing Through

Focus: Ghana’s Agri-Sector

The government needs to do more to develop a comprehensive strategy to support all stakeholders in Ghana's agriculture sector.

Health & Education

Is There a Doctor in the House?

Focus: Healthcare Access

In Ghana, e-services and technology in healthcare are filling in the gaps left by a lack of human resources.

Agriculture

Blessed Rains

Focus

The agriculture industry is one of the largest in Ghana. With new government initiatives the sector is poised to transform the economy.

Transport

Going There and Back Again

Focus

Ghana's air transport infrastructure has remained small in recent years but ongoing expansion projects should boost capacity at Kotoka International, allowing it to serve as a regional hub.

Telecoms & IT

Stay Tuned

Focus

Ghana is leading the region in all things telecommunications. With increased interest in the country by major international telecoms providers and investors, the future for the industry is bright.