Ghana

Ever since gaining its independence from the UK in 1957, sub-Saharan Africa’s first self-governing nation has strived to follow a path of cooperation and active participation in the international community. As one of Africa’s most stable and progressive democracies, Ghana’s influence in regional affairs and international diplomacy has been...

With the vast majority of Ghanaians unable to afford insurance, sector players have been looking at other ways in which to increase penetration, one of which includes microinsurance. As a cheaper, smaller-scale version of risk mitigation, many believe it could work as a catalyst to boost growth and increase customer numbers. The segment has been...

At 55 years old, our country is in good health. The economy is bursting with promise, and in terms of development, we are taking considerable steps along the right path. Over the past three years much has been achieved in pursuance of our “Better Ghana” agenda. Despite the fact that we have experienced some internal and external difficulties, we...

The banking sector has been seeing a significant amount of merger and acquisition activity since early 2011, including one deal that recent reports suggest has given rise to a new industry leader, in terms of banking assets. Some observers predict further merger activity and view recent capital requirement increases as being aimed at spurring...

As the two largest economies in West Africa, the relationship between Nigeria and Ghana is a crucial one for the region. Trade ties are particularly important, and Nigeria’s high levels of liquidity serve as an important source of capital for Ghana.

THE COMPANY: Tullow Oil (Tullow) is an independent oil and gas exploration and production company. The company is engaged in oil and gas exploration, development and production and the sale of hydrocarbons and related activities.