In 2007 Ghana became the first West African nation to issue a eurobond. Demand for the $750m issuance – a 10-year bond with a yield of 8.5% – exceeded supply by a factor of four, prompting other African nations to follow suit. This means that in 2018 nearly $25bn worth of sovereign debt in the region is set to mature. Since its first foray...
With a constitutional presidential system that outlines a number of checks and balances, Ghana is widely considered to be a healthy democracy. Since its current constitution came into effect in 1992 the country has experienced three peaceful transfers of power. The most recent handover was the result of elections in December 2016, leading to...
TANG PALACE HOTEL Borstal Avenue South Airport Residential Area T: (233) 302 788 886-8-9 F: (233) 302 734 607 www.tangpalacehotel.com.gh reservations@tangpalacehotel.com.gh info@tangpalacehotel.com.gh Rooms: 112 rooms, namely 21 suites, 67 superior rooms, 15 superior twin rooms, 3 executive rooms, 5 duplex family rooms and 1 disability-accessible room. Business &...
ETIQUETTE: Ghana has a deserved reputation for friendliness and hospitality. Manners and etiquette are very important, and correct honorifics and respectful greetings in business meetings are expected. Shaking hands is customary, starting with the person on the far right and making your way to...
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A 2016 report released by the Ghana Statistical Service estimated that businesses in the informal sector make up 62% of all commercial enterprises. Although self-employed persons are required to pay income tax, the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) only has 200,000 informal workers registered in its files. With limited demographic records and the...
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