Tuesday, 20 October 2026 News Headlines: Ghana Targets End to Raw Mineral Ore Exports by 2030 as $28bn Petroleum Hub Deal is Signed
President Mahama Sets 2030 Deadline to Ban Raw Ore Exports
Storyline: President John Mahama has announced that Ghana will no longer export raw minerals by 2030, challenging African leaders to process resources locally into industries, jobs and lasting prosperity.
2. Major Investment Deal
Headline: Ghana Signs $28 Billion Petroleum Hub Agreement
Storyline: The government has signed a landmark deal for a 300,000-barrel-per-day refinery and petrochemical complex at Jomoro, marking a major boost to Ghana’s industrial transformation agenda.
3. Economic Outlook
Headline: IMF Projects Ghana’s GDP to Reach $128 Billion
Storyline: The International Monetary Fund forecasts Ghana’s economy will grow from $114.21 billion in 2025 to $128 billion, positioning the country to become Africa’s eighth-largest economy.
4. Other Notable Stories
Narawa demands police arrest the killers involved in a recent mine raid as the Minerals Commission confirms the company’s licence was revoked over a US$990,000 debt.
Customs officers seize cannabis worth GH¢11.2 million near Akatsi.
GaDangme Council strongly condemns the demolition of structures at La Pleasure Beach.
