The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is stepping up efforts to remove unlicensed digital lenders from the financial sector, planning to publish weekly lists of operators providing digital credit services without central bank approval.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has advised the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to exercise caution with further policy rate cuts, warning that easing could shift monetary policy from neutral to accommodative, which is not currently warranted.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has stated that its early assessments of the 20% Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) implementation have been orderly, leading to the absorption of GH¢11.5 billion from the market. The Central Bank has been closely monitoring liquidity conditions, money market rates, credit activity, and the foreign exchange market since its introduction.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a public warning against 20 mobile loan applications operating without proper licensing or authorization, stating their activities violate regulatory frameworks and pose risks to consumers.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) and the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) are finalizing a new financing arrangement to support the country’s gold purchasing program and reduce pressure on the central bank’s balance sheet.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has reassured the public and investors that Ghana’s foreign exchange reserves are strong and not at risk of depletion, despite a recent decline attributed to higher energy costs.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has introduced a new educational observership program, offering university students direct exposure to the Monetary Policy Committee's work to enhance transparency in policy rate setting.
Ghana's Bank of Ghana (BoG) warned that ongoing external debt restructuring negotiations could create short-term payment challenges, potentially impacting the domestic currency and requiring more domestic savings for future debt service obligations.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has clarified that employees linked to fraud incidents within financial institutions should not be automatically treated as perpetrators, emphasizing that investigations must determine their actual involvement before sanctions are applied.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG), through its Virtual Assets Department, has officially partnered with the Digital Assets Summit Africa (DASA) 2026 to enhance dialogue and regulation within Ghana's evolving digital assets ecosystem.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, stated that Ghana’s banking sector remains resilient with improvements in asset growth and quality, but warned that credit risks persist.
The Ghana Association of Microfinance Companies (GAMC) has appealed to the Bank of Ghana (BoG) for more time to meet the GH¢50 million recapitalization deadline. They warn that the current December 2026 deadline could force many institutions out of business.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) announced that the government will sell a $1 billion bond on the domestic market to finance cocoa purchases for the 2026/27 crop season.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is awaiting legal advice from its external lawyers and the Receiver regarding the next steps after a court ordered the restoration of GN Savings and Loans' operating licence.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) announced plans to establish fintech innovation hubs across the country to accelerate digital financial innovation and deepen financial inclusion.
The Minority caucus in Parliament has strongly criticized the Bank of Ghana (BoG) following the release of its 2025 audited financial statements, accusing the NDC of concealing the true financial crisis.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, has outlined an ambitious strategy to convert remittance inflows into a significant source of investment capital and foreign exchange for the country.
In the final quarter of 2025, the Bank of Ghana (BoG) liquidated approximately 18.5 tonnes of the country's gold reserves, representing about half of its total holdings at the time. This significant policy reversal, generating an estimated USD 3,500 per ounce, is now under analytical review regarding its costs, timing, and governance.
Policy Think Tank Africa Policy Lens (APL) has formally requested detailed disclosures from the Bank of Ghana (BoG) regarding the divestment of a portion of the nation’s gold reserves in the last quarter of 2025.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has called on banks to develop innovative investment products for the diaspora. He also emphasized the importance of fiscal discipline for sustaining Ghana's economic gains.
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy Committee, has called on the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to fully disclose the monetary financing provided for its Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (DGPP) amid reports of irregularities.
An article discusses the primary objective of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to maintain price stability, as well as its role in the indigenization of mines, as outlined in the Bank of Ghana Act, 2002.
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recognized the corrective measures taken by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to cease financing the government, following a temporary breach of lending limits.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has endorsed the Ghana Cocoa Board’s (COCOBOD) decision to replace its traditional syndicated loan with local market financing. He described the new approach as a positive reform.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) plans to engage industry stakeholders in operationalizing its new virtual asset law, recognizing it as a new and evolving sector.
Ghana's Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reportedly validated Vice President Bawumia's gold reforms, with a government official stating that the BoG's own answers confirm the recent stability of the cedi is sustained through the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has appealed to traders and market operators to adopt proper cash-handling practices to preserve the quality of Ghana's currency. This is part of a national clean-up drive.
A Bank of Ghana (BoG) official explained that mobile money fraud primarily relies on psychological manipulation rather than hacking. The BoG also reported a significant 40% decrease in fraud committed by staff within banks and specialized deposit-taking institutions by 2025.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a warning that individuals who repeatedly issue dud cheques will face a three-year ban. This prohibition will prevent them from issuing new cheques and accessing credit facilities.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a directive ordering all regulated financial institutions to immediately cease supporting fiat currency wallet services, particularly those denominated in foreign currencies like USD, offered by cryptocurrency platforms. This move aims to curb unregulated crypto forex channels within the country.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is advocating for increased transparency and due diligence in property transactions, urging real estate brokers and investors to prioritize these measures to reduce fraud and boost confidence in the sector.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a warning that inadequate legal documentation and poor risk management practices could erode confidence in the country's expanding financial markets. The central bank urged immediate action to strengthen market systems.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, advocates for Africa to move beyond fintech experimentation and focus on scaling regulated digital financial solutions for real economic impact.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) reports that commercial banks have significantly cut lending to the real sector, instead preferring investments in T-bills and other instruments.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has identified Non-Performing Loans (NPLs) as a significant ongoing risk to the country's banking industry. This concern persists despite an overall improvement in the banking sector's performance observed in February 2026.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has stated that its recent decision to convert a portion of its gold reserves into foreign exchange assets is a strategic move for portfolio diversification, not a loss of national assets.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) and the Chartered Institute of Bankers (CIB Ghana) have pledged to deepen collaboration and strengthen ethics and professionalism within the banking sector.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) plans to sell up to $1 billion in August 2026 through its Forex Intermediation Programme to counter renewed pressure on the Ghana cedi from increased dollar demand.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has directed all regulated financial institutions to reduce their non-performing loans (NPLs) to not more than 10 percent by the…
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) states that improving lending conditions across the financial sector are strengthening the case for regulatory reforms aimed at supporting innovation and expanding financial inclusion.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) plans to sell its remaining shareholdings in the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) and the National Investment Bank (NIB). This move is part of an effort to strengthen the BoG's role strictly as a financial sector regulator.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) is currently assessing the impact and effectiveness of reforms implemented to enhance monetary policy transmission within the banking sector.
The Chairman of Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, Eric Afful, has defended a closed-door meeting regarding the Bank of Ghana (BoG). He dismissed suggestions of shielding the central bank from scrutiny, emphasizing the need to handle its operations with discretion to maintain independence.
Stakeholders in Ghana's financial sector, including the Bank of Ghana (BoG), are calling for deeper collaboration among regulators, financial institutions, service providers, the public, and media to combat rising financial fraud, particularly in payment services.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has agreed to establish a joint industry committee to address concerns raised by microfinance institutions, savings and loans companies, and other financial sector players regarding proposed sweeping reforms.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a directive to regulated financial institutions, ordering them to immediately cease all connections with cryptocurrency platforms that operate illicit foreign currency wallets within the country. This move aims to curb unregulated crypto forex channels.
The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has called on the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to continue printing and circulating pesewa coins, advocating for stronger enforcement of their acceptance nationwide.
CUTS International Accra has lauded the Bank of Ghana (BoG) for its swift intervention in suspending the proposed 0.75% wallet-to-bank transfer charges by MTN.
Matilda Asante-Asiedu, Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), announced that the central bank has rolled out several policy measures. These initiatives are designed to bolster and stabilize Ghana's financial sector.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has officially acknowledged a total comprehensive loss of GH¢34.9 billion for the 2025 financial year, following an exposé by the Minority caucus.
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, a Member of Parliament, has called for the urgent recapitalization of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) and warned against political interference, citing recent audit findings of financial losses.
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has acknowledged that Ghanaian content creators are struggling to access earnings from platforms like X and has initiated a review to address these payment bottlenecks.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, emphasized the difficult trade-offs involved in central bank decision-making, particularly the need to balance economic growth with inflation control.
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has cut the policy rate by 150 basis points to 14 percent, the second consecutive time this year.