Rich in Gold, Poor in Liquidity: Omnidox and the Reconstruction of Ghana’s Monetary Architecture
The Centre for Policy Scrutiny, in partnership with Joynews, hosted Prof. Yegandi Imhotep Paul Alagidede, Professor of Finance and Bank of Ghana Chair in Finance and Economics, at the University of Ghana. His presentation was on the topic “Rich in Gold, Poor in Liquidity, Omnidox and the reconstruction of Ghana’s Monetary Architecture” You can watch […]
Fighting Terrorism in the Middle East and Africa
Speakers at the CPS Dialogue on fighting terrorism in the Middle East and Africa, among other things, stressed the need for Ghana to strengthen its internal security systems, intelligence coordination and the rapidly evolving terrorist threats spilling over from the Sahel. Ghana has also been urged to deepen security cooperation as the most effective pathway […]
The 2026 Budget Statement & Economic Policy of the Government of Ghana: A Critical Review
In Accra today, the Centre for Policy Scrutiny published a review paper on the 2026 Budget of the Republic of Ghana. Key observations included the following: 1. 2026 budget signals bold shift toward growth, jobs and infrastructure: 2. Strong disinflation, lower interest rates create foundation for 2026 recovery. 3. 2026 revenue targets are too high […]
Ghana’s 24-hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme: A Critical Review
The 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme (24H+), described by President John Dramani Mahama as a “reset programme,” is designed to shift Ghana’s economy from dependence on raw material exports to a more diversified, value-added export model through continuous, multi-shift production, aiming to boost productivity, competitiveness, and inclusive growth. The 24H+ programme encompasses eight […]
Ghana’s Cedi Holds Steady – But Can the Calm Last?
The Ghana Cedi in the last couple of weeks has made some significant gains against major trading international currencies, especially the United States Dollar. This has brought some respite to businesses that heavily depend on foreign currency for their operations. The current trend of appreciation began in mid-April, when the exchange rate stood at approximately […]