Ghana’s inflation outlook may be improving, but a sharp rise in food prices is emerging as a new concern, Government Statistician Dr Alhassan Iddrisu has warned. Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express Business Edition on Thursday, he described the country’s recent inflation performance as a major achievement but cautioned that rising food costs could undermine the […]
The Government of Ghana has welcomed Burkina Faso’s decision to lift the suspension on the issuance of Special Export Authorisations (ASE) for fresh tomatoes, describing the move as a significant boost to supply and market stability. In a press statement issued by the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, the government said the development follows […]
The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has issued a blunt ultimatum to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, demanding urgent action to resolve the country’s tomato supply crisis or risk losing its relevance. In a strongly worded statement on Monday, FABAG said the Ministry has no justification for its existence if Ghana cannot […]
Nana Tuffuor, leader of the Ghana National Tomato Traders and Transporters Association, has assured the public that tomato prices are expected to stabilise gradually, even as supply disruptions continue following the recent deadly attack on Ghanaian traders in northern Burkina Faso. Speaking on JoyNews, he explained that prices are largely determined by market forces, with […]
