Ghana Industry Sector Research Highlights

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Competition for buy now, pay later in emerging markets
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Building on the momentum seen in the e-commerce space during the Covid-19 pandemic, the “buy now, pay later” (BNPL) model is one of the fastest-growing segments in consumer finance, particularly in emerging markets. BNPL providers offer point-of-sale loans that consumers can repay in instalments over the course of weeks or even months. Charging little to no interest, these microcredit providers…

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Ramesh Sadhwani, Joint Group Managing Director, Melcom Group: Interview
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Interview:Ramesh Sadhwani What are the majors drivers of growth in the retail sector, and what key challenges does it faces? RAMESH SADHWANI: The main factors influencing growth in the country’s retail market include rapid urbanisation, rising household incomes, and changes in lifestyles and habits across the country. The growing middle class has contributed to an increased appetite for essential…

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Joshua Mortoti, Executive Vice-President and Head of West Africa, Gold Fields: Interview
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Interview:Joshua Mortoti In what ways are large mining firms prioritising environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles? MORTOTI: Large mining entities are increasingly implementing renewable energy-dependent operations as part of decarbonisation efforts. These initiatives not only align with the global campaign to reduce carbon emissions, but also demonstrate the increasing adoption…

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Edward Koranteng, CEO, Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF): Interview
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Interview:Edward Koranteng In what ways is the MIIF contributing to the development of the economy? KORANTENG: The MIIF was established to add value by managing the government’s equity interests in mining, receiving mineral royalties from mining companies and reinvesting these funds in the sector. The focus is not only on gold, but also on minerals that are critical to the country’s economy.…

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Samuel Jinapor, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources: Interview
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Interview:Samuel Jinapor How would you articulate Ghana’s value proposition as a mining investment destination? SAMUEL JINAPOR: Ghana should be positioned as the leading mining hub in Africa, where all mining-related activities – including research, innovation, exploration and downstream production – aim to be concentrated. The government is seeking to indigenise the mining sector, with…

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Samuel Dubik Mahama, Managing Director, Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG): Interview
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Interview: Samuel Dubik Mahama Which key factors are contributing to development in the electricity distribution segment, and what new challenges exist in this space? SAMUEL DUBIK MAHAMA: An increase in electricity demand has a knock-on effect on the size of the distribution network, necessitating an extension of the network to serve new loads and accommodate new customers. Demand is also impacted…

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Benjamin Asante, CEO, Ghana National Gas Company: Interview
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Interview:Benjamin Asante In what ways can Ghana enhance the processing capacity of its gas companies? BENJAMIN ASANTE: The country’s quest to bolster its gas processing capacity is a policy priority, with significant expansion plans revolving around fortifying the critical infrastructure that underpins the industry. This encompasses the enhancement and scaling of both processing and transport…

Analysis

Why transition bonds appeal to global industrial players
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As companies look to shift towards more environmentally sustainable operations, those in fossil fuel or heavy-polluting sectors are increasingly turning to transition bonds – a relatively new class of debt instrument used to fund a company’s s efforts to reduce its environmental impact or lower carbon emissions. They are often issued in large carbon-emitting industries that would not normally qualify…

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Value-added manufacturing key to Ghana’s industrial evolution
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An export-focused growth strategy has long informed Ghana’s industrialisation agenda. The country’s economic infrastructure is key to this growth strategy, which comprises special economic zones (SEZs), export processing zones (EPZs) and industrial parks. This landscape facilitates the maximisation of limited capital outlay, the provision of a dedicated institutional framework, lower production…

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Discovery of Ghana's lithium deposits generates investment opportunity
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With critical minerals a central issue in the global energy transition, Ghana’s 2018 discovery of lithium deposits has brought international attention to the West African country. Five years later, and in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, worldwide demand for lithium is even greater, and 2023 has seen Ghana take several steps forwards in positioning itself in the global supply chain. The first…

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