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07/03/2026

Accra Street Journal marks its first year with over 85,000 readers, millions of search impressions, and a growing digital media presence across Ghana and beyond.

In February 2025, Accra Street Journal was launched with a clear and focused mission: to document the stories, insights, and opportunities shaping Ghana and the wider African landscape through digital publishing. Just one year later, the platform has grown into a fast-rising online publication, cove...

06/03/2026

Ghana Secures New Debt Restructuring Deal With Belgium as Recovery Efforts Gain Momentum

The Government of Ghana has signed a bilateral debt restructuring agreement with Belgium, marking another step in the country’s ongoing efforts to stabilise its economy following the severe financial crisis that forced it to default on much of its external debt in 2022. The agreement forms part of Ghana’s broader strategy to renegotiate obligations with external creditors as the West African nation works to rebuild fiscal stability, restore investor confidence and strengthen its economic outlook....

The Government of Ghana has signed a bilateral debt restructuring agreement with Belgium, marking another step in the country’s ongoing efforts to stabilise its economy following the severe financial crisis that forced it to default on much of its external debt in 2022. The agreement forms part of...

05/03/2026

Ghana Secures AI Training Deal with Huawei for 3,000 Girls as Digital Skills Push Expands

Ghana has secured a commitment from Huawei to provide artificial intelligence training for 3,000 girls, marking a significant expansion of the country’s digital skills development efforts. According to the Accra Street Journal (ASJ), the agreement was reached during discussions at Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, where global technology leaders gathered to unveil new innovations and partnerships in artificial intelligence, telecommunications, and digital infrastructure....

Ghana has secured a commitment from Huawei to provide artificial intelligence training for 3,000 girls, marking a significant expansion of the country’s digital skills development efforts. According to the Accra Street Journal (ASJ), the agreement was reached during discussions at Mobile World Con...

01/03/2026

Inside Ghana’s Growing Hair Transplant Industry: Why More Ghanaians Are Turning to Medical Aesthetics

Over the past decade, cosmetic medicine has moved from being a luxury reserved for global elites to a rapidly expanding sector across emerging markets. In Ghana, one of the fastest-growing segments within private healthcare is hair restoration. What was once considered a niche or taboo procedure is now becoming mainstream, particularly among professionals, entrepreneurs, and public figures. The rise of hair transplant clinics in Accra like…...

22/02/2026

Koya Restaurant Ghana is redefining local food delivery in Accra with its WhatsApp ordering model, offering authentic Ghanaian meals with speed, convenience, and reliability

20/02/2026

Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority clarifies that a viral video showing beans allegedly preserved with cement did not originate locally and urges adherence to approved food safety standards.

18/02/2026

Cocoa Crisis Deepens as Minority Demands Reversal of Producer Price Cut

Tensions flared in Parliament as the Minority caucus mounted a fierce challenge against the National Democratic Congress administration’s decision to slash cocoa producer prices, describing the move as economically devastating and politically deceptive. The New Patriotic Party (NPP) caucus accused the government of mismanagement, policy inconsistency and betrayal of campaign promises, while pointing to neighbouring Côte d’Ivoire for maintaining its producer price framework despite global market volatility....

11/02/2026

How Digital Payments Are Reshaping and Powering Accra’s Economy

Accra has undergone a quiet but powerful transformation over the past decade. Beyond the visible skyline expansion, bustling markets, and growing entrepreneurial culture, a deeper revolution has taken place in the way money moves across the city. Digital payments have become the backbone of daily transactions, reshaping commerce, empowering small businesses, and redefining financial inclusion in Ghana’s capital. From mobile money transfers in Makola Market to QR code payments in East Legon cafés, digital financial services are no longer optional conveniences—they are central to how Accra functions economically....

28/01/2026

Wholly Ghanaian-Owned First Sky Group Nears Completion of 50MW Solar Plant in Northern Region

28/01/2026

Ghana could reduce fuel imports by up to 50% if Sentuo Oil Refinery and Tema Oil Refinery operate at full capacity, according to the National Petroleum Authority. The shift could ease foreign exchange pressure and strengthen energy security.

24/01/2026

An in-depth Accra Street Journal editorial on NSS postings in Kumasi, examining housing options, rent levels, daily expenses, and lifestyle costs for service personnel.

23/01/2026

Brent Crude Slides Toward $59 as Supply Concerns Deepen

Brent crude extended its decline on Thursday, drifting toward the $59-per-barrel mark as fresh data reinforced concerns that the global oil market is increasingly oversupplied. The latest price movement reflects a convergence of rising inventories, easing supply disruptions, and geopolitical developments that have tilted market sentiment firmly to the downside. Supply Expected to Outpace Demand IEA outlook weighs on prices…...