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The 2024 elections in Ghana are facing scrutiny over election financing, with costs projected to exceed previous spending. The Electoral Commission’s budget is expected to rise to GH 786.9 million …
Ghana’s 2024 Elections: The High Cost of Winning and Campaign Financing Challenges Read More
Election financing has become a critical issue in Ghana, as the costs associated with political campaigns continue to surge, potentially fostering corruption and undermining democracy. For instance, the CDD estimates …
Examining the Rising Costs of Election Financing in Ghana Read More
The Nigerian government plans to rebase its CPI and GDP by 2025, aiming to enhance economic accuracy by including the informal sector. This move seeks to boost investor confidence and …
Nigeria’s Economic Strategy: Rebasing GDP Amidst Challenges Read More
The upcoming Ghanaian election is poised to address pressing economic issues, especially inflation and unemployment, which have significantly impacted voters. With a focus on immediate living conditions and government accountability, …
Ghana Election 2023: Voter Concerns Amid Economic Challenges Read More
Sales of homes priced at $10 million and above declined 18 percent globally leading up to the U.S. election, driven by buyer uncertainty. Notably, U.S. markets like Palm Beach and …
Global Sales of Ultra-Luxury Homes Decline as U.S. Election Approaches Read More
Chocolate prices are increasing due to climate change affecting cacao production, with significant price hikes from major companies like Orion and Haitai Confectionery & Foods. The cacao production is declining, …
Rising Chocolate Prices Linked to Climate Change Impact on Cacao Production Read More
The economy of Benin relies on external support, mainly from France, with agricultural products constituting the backbone of its trade. Following a shift towards privatization after the 1990s, the country …
Economic Overview of Benin: Challenges and Opportunities Read More
South America is grappling with economic crises highlighted by Bolivia’s declining natural gas production and Venezuela’s collapse due to oil dependency. Both countries demonstrate the perils of relying on natural …
Economic Lessons from Bolivia and Venezuela for South America Read More
Benin’s economy has relied on external support since independence, transitioning from a socialist regime to a privatized structure in the 1990s. Agriculture employs about 70% of the population, with the …
Economic Overview of Benin: Challenges and Development Perspectives Read More
Benin’s economy relies heavily on foreign assistance and agriculture, with about 70% of its workforce engaged in farming. Despite progressive reforms since the 1970s, challenges persist in governance and infrastructure. …
Economic Overview of Benin: Challenges and Opportunities Read More