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Ghana's gold-buying scheme lost $1.7bn propping up reserves in 2025, IMF says

Fadingcorroborated23 outlets reported this themselves in 126 reports over 45 days - more reporting than echo.
After publishing: 1 headline quietly rewritten, 4 URLs changed5 changes
  1. miningmx.comseen 27 Aug, 09:29URL changed

    now resolves towww.miningmx.com/news/gold/66687-gold-fields-flags-ghana-risk-as-profits-surge/

  2. aol.co.ukseen 28 Aug, 09:59headline rewritten

    Moringa lattes and tigernut kebabs: the young Ghanaians ‘taking back the power’ of their foodMoringa lattes and tigernut kebabs: the Ghanaians ‘taking back the power’ of their food

  3. miningmx.comseen 31 Aug, 18:34URL changed

    now resolves towww.miningmx.com/news/gold/66653-cash-crunch-hits-ghanas-state-gold-buying-scheme/

  4. ghanamma.comseen 15 Sept, 08:07URL changed

    now resolves towww.ghanamma.com/

  5. ghanamma.comseen 17 Sept, 09:57URL changed

    now resolves towww.ghanamma.com/

original reportingcopies
Thu, 6 August 2026peak 14 reports on Mon, 31 August 2026Mon, 19 October 2026

What it is about

IMFGhanaDzifa GomashieOtumfuo Osei TutuGhana Revenue AuthorityGhana Best Investment BankCaterpillarMinistry Of FoodSkills For School ProgrammeInvestment BankStandard Bank GroupCanada Ghana ChamberGhana National Council Of Private SchoolsStanbic Bank GhanaGhana National Association Of Private SchoolsAccess BankCampaign Against PrivatisationGhana Agricultural Fund For EducationAccra, Greater Accra, GhanaNnamdi Azikiwe Zik Pan-African

Who published it, and when

original reportcopyedited after publishingfirst to report
bne IntelliNews1 original report1 original report1 original report1 original report1 original report1 original report
thebftonline.com4 original reports1 original report12 original reports3 original reports3 original reports6 original reports8 original reports
ghanaiantimes.com.gh3 original reports - 1 copy echoing thebftonline.com2 original reports2 original reports1 original report
AllAfrica1 copy echoing ghanaiantimes.com.gh1 original report3 original reports2 original reports2 original reports1 original report1 original report2 original reports1 original report1 original report1 original report1 original report
thechronicle.com.gh2 original reports1 original report1 original report
ghanamma.com1 original report1 original report1 original report1 original report1 original report2 original reports1 original report
allafrica.com1 original report
miningmx.com1 original report1 original report
theheraldghana.com3 original reports2 original reports1 original report4 original reports3 original reports1 original report1 original report
The Guardian World1 original report
aol.co.uk1 copy echoing The Guardian World - edited after publishing
graphic.com.gh1 original report1 original report
Al Jazeera English1 original report1 original report
riotimesonline.com1 original report
globalvoices.org1 original report
medafricatimes.com1 original report
gainhealth.org1 original report
businessghana.com1 original report
6 Aug, 08:55over 2 months19 Oct, 09:19

+ 4 more outlets · 11 reports left out of the cascade - too little in common with the story to place

How it spread - 123 original reports, 3 reprints

  1. Thu, 6 August 2026

    1 report
  2. Wed, 12 August 2026

    7 reports
  3. Fri, 14 August 2026

    4 reports
    • thechronicle.com.gh09:15

      Ghanaian model, entrepreneur and cultural advocate Hamamat has opened up about her mission as Ghana’s Shea Butter Ambassador, calling on Ghanaians to embrace local products and help take the story of Ghanaian shea butter to the world. Speaking in an interview with 3ENT, Hamamat shared her vision of using shea butter as more than just […]

    • thechronicle.com.gh09:55

      Ecobank Ghana PLC officially launched the maiden edition of its youth summit on Wednesday, which centred around the forward-looking theme: “The Future of Work.” The summit serves as a pinnacle event for ongoing efforts offering direct access to corporate leadership and mentorship. The high-impact event brought together 350 enthusiastic participants to engage with seasoned industry […]

    • thechronicle.com.gh09:59

      The Federal Government on Thursday launched the nationwide distribution of Renewed Hope agricultural seeds to farmers across the country. Speaking at the official launch in Jigawa State, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Senator Abubakar Kyari, said the initiative was aimed at mitigating the effects of seed shortages and delayed rainfall. He said the […]

    • thechronicle.com.gh10:02

      Women in Kwara South have called for greater political representation and pledged support for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate, Salihu Yakubu Danladi (SYD), and other party candidates ahead of the forthcoming elections. The women made the call at the SYD Unique Women Grassroots Mobilisation programme held in Idofian, where speakers urged political leaders […]

  4. Sun, 16 August 2026

    1 report
  5. Mon, 17 August 2026

    1 report
    • allafrica.com10:19

      The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to transforming Ghana's oil palm industry, with plans to support the establishment of 100,000 hectares of new oil palm plantations as part of efforts to boost domestic production, create jobs and reduce the country's dependence on imported palm oil.

  6. Tue, 18 August 2026

    1 report
    • AllAfrica11:12

      [Ghanaian Times] Ghana's economy continued to expand in May 2026, although at a slower pace than a year earlier, with growth driven largely by the services sector, the Monthly Indicator of Economic Growth (MIEG) has revealed.

  7. Wed, 19 August 2026

    1 report
  8. Mon, 24 August 2026

    1 report
  9. Tue, 25 August 2026

    6 reports
  10. Wed, 26 August 2026

    4 reports
  11. Thu, 27 August 2026

    1 report
  12. Fri, 28 August 2026

    3 reports
    • Al Jazeera English00:19

      Ghana faces a $78.2m health funding shortfall as aid cuts put immunisation gains at risk.

    • AllAfrica16:26

      [Ghanaian Times] The government is committed to building a sustainable energy system capable of providing reliable power to support other sectors of the economy, the Director of Power at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Mr Sulemana Abubakari, has said.

    • AllAfrica18:54

      [Bird Story Agency] Ghana's geographical indication for kente could help weavers protect the celebrated cloth from imitation, reach new markets and earn more from generations of skill. Turning legal recognition into livelihoods will require collective standards, business support and the revival of local raw-material production.

  13. Sat, 29 August 2026

    2 reports
  14. Mon, 31 August 2026

    14 reports
  15. Tue, 1 September 2026

    3 reports
    • theheraldghana.com00:33

      Vice President of IMANI Africa, Bright Simons, has challenged the credibility of the State Interests and Governance Authority’s (SIGA) latest report on state-owned enterprises, accusing the authority of presenting inconsistent figures and drawing misleading conclusions about the financial performance of state-owned and state-controlled companies. SIGA reported that the enterprises recorded a combined net profit after […]

    • theheraldghana.com00:35

      Ghana recorded a GH¢46.1 billion trade surplus in the first quarter of 2026, but the impressive figure masks a real trade deficit driven largely by higher commodity prices, the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has disclosed. The country exported goods worth GH¢110.3 billion between January and March 2026, compared with imports of GH¢64.2 billion, according to […]

    • theheraldghana.com06:54

      The Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), the apex governmental body responsible for the promotion and development of the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) sector in Ghana has engaged key stakeholders to align the Agency’s priorities with those of its partners and the wider enterprise development ecosystem. Held under the theme, “Aligning Development Partnerships for Sustainable […]

  16. Wed, 2 September 2026

    5 reports
  17. Thu, 3 September 2026

    7 reports
  18. Fri, 4 September 2026

    1 report
  19. Mon, 7 September 2026

    1 report
    • gainhealth.org11:15

      The world is confronting interconnected challenges that shape nutrition outcomes, including climate change, food systems disruption, mounting financing pressures, conflict, and displacement. Against this backdrop, the Micronutrient Forum’s 7th Global Conference brings together the global nutrition community in Accra, Ghana and online from 28 September to 1 October 2026.

  20. Tue, 8 September 2026

    7 reports
  21. Wed, 9 September 2026

    1 report
  22. Fri, 11 September 2026

    12 reports
    • ghanaiantimes.com.gh05:17

      Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to adding value to its mineral resources locally, with the government positioning beneficiation as a key strategy to create jobs, develop skills and maximise the economic benefits of mining, Ghana’s Ambassador to China, Kojo Bonsu.

    • theheraldghana.com07:08

      The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has rejected claims that congestion at the Tema Port is solely responsible for the recent increase in cement prices. The Authority said the cost of importing clinker and cement into Ghana was influenced by a range of operational and commercial factors and could not be attributed to port […]

    • theheraldghana.com07:10

      The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has honoured 16 outstanding stakeholders for their commitment and contribution to Ghana’s Social Security Scheme. The recognition was made at the 2025 SSNIT Stakeholder Awards held last month at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra. The awardees comprised employers, self-employed contributors, pensioners and partner organizations […]

    • thebftonline.com09:00

      Ghana Reinsurance PLC, the largest reinsurer headquartered in Ghana, is partnering Societe Commerciale de Reassurance (SCG-Re), an internationally acclaimed reinsurance company based in Gabon,

    • thebftonline.com09:00

      While Dr. Kofi Amoah’s call to "assassinate corruption" might appear dramatic, a glance at corruption cases which frequently engulf the headlines reads almost like works of fiction.

    • AllAfrica09:45

      [Bird Story Agency] Northshore Apparel is turning industrial ambition into formal jobs in Savelugu. Its next phases could connect those sewing lines to northern Ghana's farmers and build a fuller local value chain.

    • thebftonline.com10:00

      Ghana has made a strong pitch to Australian investors for its fast-growing critical minerals sector, positioning itself as a stable, reform-driven hub for the global energy transition at the 2026 Africa Down Under (ADU) Summit in Perth.

    • theheraldghana.com10:04

      The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has challenged District Directors of Health Services (DDHS) to take ownership of the government’s Free Primary Healthcare (FPHC) policy and ensure it translates into actual services for communities. Mr Akandoh said government policies, documents and public announcements would have little impact if health professionals responsible for delivering services […]

    • thebftonline.com10:30

      PETROSOL Platinum Energy PLC has held a national engagement session with its dealers and business partners in Kumasi as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen partnerships, improve station-level performance and enhance customer experience across its retail network.

    • thebftonline.com11:00

      Nilee Consult, a business transformation and customer experience management consulting firm, is set to host the 5th edition of the Business Growth Accelerator Workshop from 24–25 September 2026 at The Palms by Eagles, Airport, Accra, Ghana.

    • thebftonline.com12:30

      My article on the great locations to find best land deals a couple of weeks back generated loads of conversations and further enquiries One that I found worth my time to further dissect was on ESG considerations for property investors. Dig a little digging and from conversation I share my findings.

    • thebftonline.com12:30

      The Third African Healthcare Manufacturing Trade Exhibition and Conference opens on 26 October under the theme "Industrialise to Commercialise"

  23. Sat, 12 September 2026

    2 reports
  24. Mon, 14 September 2026

    1 report
  25. Tue, 15 September 2026

    1 report
  26. Thu, 17 September 2026

    2 reports
  27. Mon, 21 September 2026

    1 report
    • theheraldghana.com18:44

      Ghana will need an estimated $22.6 billion by 2030 to implement its climate action plans and strengthen the country’s resilience to the growing impacts of climate change, the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has disclosed. Senior Programme Officer at the EPA’s Climate Change and Ozone Directorate, Dr Derek Sarfo-Yiadom, said the funding requirement emerged from assessments […]

  28. Thu, 24 September 2026

    4 reports
    • thebftonline.com15:04

      The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has expanded its monetary policy education efforts with the second edition of its Monetary Policy Committee Educational Observership Programme (MPC-EOP), giving university students direct exposure to the analytical and deliberative processes that underpin the setting of the policy rate.

    • thebftonline.com15:34

      The Bank of Ghana will introduce a new series of banknotes in November, replacing the current designs with upgraded notes featuring enhanced security and durability features as the central bank seeks to strengthen currency integrity and improve cash management.

    • thebftonline.com15:49

      The Bank of Ghana has maintained its policy rate at 14 percent, with the Monetary Policy Committee assessing the risks to inflation and economic growth as broadly balanced despite renewed global price pressures.

    • thebftonline.com17:11

      Power tariffs will remain unchanged in the fourth quarter (Q4) despite a 3.04 percent depreciation of the cedi and a sharp rise in the inflation assumption used by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) as lower natural gas costs and a stronger projected contribution from hydro generation help contain pressure on electricity prices.

  29. Fri, 25 September 2026

    5 reports
    • thebftonline.com00:00

      Vegetable farmers in the Keta Municipality of the Volta Region are calling for the construction of a centralised cold-storage facility and commercial processing factory to reduce post-harvest losses and improve the value of crops produced across the southern sector.

    • thebftonline.com01:00

      The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has launched a National VAT Awareness and Compliance Campaign to tackle persistent gaps in value added tax (VAT) compliance, while introducing measures aimed at making registration, filing and payment easier for taxpayers.

    • thebftonline.com02:00

      Economist and legal practitioner Appiah Kusi Adomako has called on government to test the US$235million desalination penalty award for legal grounds to mount a challenge, while negotiating a settlement that contains the state’s exposure and restores water supply to Teshie and surrounding communities.

    • thebftonline.com03:00

      The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) is exploring investments and strategic partnerships across the domestic mining supply chain. Steel manufacturer B5 Plus is an identified potential partner as the Fund seeks to increase local participation and retain more value from mineral production.

    • thebftonline.com05:00

      The Bank of Ghana has kept its benchmark policy rate unchanged at 14 percent as improved fiscal performance, stronger external buffers and resilient domestic activity offset renewed inflation risks from higher oil prices and global supply disruptions.

  30. Mon, 28 September 2026

    2 reports
  31. Wed, 30 September 2026

    1 report
  32. Thu, 1 October 2026

    1 report
  33. Tue, 6 October 2026

    1 report
  34. Wed, 7 October 2026

    1 report
    • AllAfrica15:36

      [Ghanaian Times] THE Minister of Environment, Science and Technology, Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, has called for the harmonisation of regulatory frameworks governing biotechnology to attract the investment needed to grow the sector.

  35. Thu, 8 October 2026

    1 report
    • thechronicle.com.gh02:37

      The Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi Constituency and Ranking Member of Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has challenged the government to account for its unfulfilled economic promises before introducing what it describes as a “New Economy”. He has also challenged the government to provide evidence, which should include SSNIT records to prove […]

  36. Fri, 9 October 2026

    1 report
  37. Sun, 11 October 2026

    2 reports
  38. Mon, 12 October 2026

    2 reports
  39. Tue, 13 October 2026

    2 reports
  40. Wed, 14 October 2026

    1 report
  41. Thu, 15 October 2026

    2 reports
    • theheraldghana.com11:14

      Deputy Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Sheila Addo, has called for greater opportunities for qualified women to occupy leadership positions, stressing the importance of professional competence, preparation and self-confidence. She made the call on Wednesday, October 14, at the opening of the seventh Africa Public Sector Conference and Awards (APSCA 2026) […]

    • theheraldghana.com19:03

      The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has called for stronger African parliamentary cooperation to sustain economic priorities beyond electoral cycles. He warned that the pressure on politicians to win elections is undermining long-term national development, as electoral incentives increasingly favour short-term projects over sustained economic transformation. He said the demands on elected representatives, […]

  42. Fri, 16 October 2026

    2 reports
    • AllAfrica11:01

      [Ghanaian Times] CLIMATE change is no longer a distant threat to Africa. Its effects are increasingly felt in the livelihoods of farmers, fishers and other communities that depend on natural resources.

    • thechronicle.com.gh13:41

      Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced a proposed €323 million financing package to address persistent water shortages and improve sanitation in three major towns in northern Ghana. The financing arrangement, comprising €98 million in grants and a €225 million highly concessional facility, is intended to support the Northern Ghana Water and Sanitation Project, […]

  43. Sat, 17 October 2026

    2 reports
  44. Sun, 18 October 2026

    1 report
    • theheraldghana.com18:29

      The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has called for a new political order in Africa, urging continental leaders to deepen political integration and consider a federation with a continental president to strengthen the continent’s influence in the global economy. He argued that individual national parliaments lacked the collective power to address Africa’s economic […]

  45. Mon, 19 October 2026

    1 report

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