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Over the several years, as part of our business consulting and advisory services, we have realized that most people starting their business in Ghana, lack a clear understanding of the steps...

There are thirty-three (33) bulk-distributing companies (BDC) in Ghana.

Every company is expected to stay compliant with all the regulatory bodies within the environment they operate.

Choosing the right name for your business is a crucial decision.

There are several mistakes investors make when with business start-ups in Ghana.

The best type of business to register depends on several factors. These factors include the nationality of the investor or entrepreneur, the nature of the business or activity...

There are several legal requirements for every business registration in Ghana. The legal requirements mean any statute, code, law, rule, regulation, order or other requirements...

Companies that intend to operate in Ghana's upstream petroleum sector are required to register with the Petroleum Commission.

Ghana has introduced mandatory biometric verification for all identity checks using the Ghana Card, ending the practice of visual inspection. Organizations across sectors must now implement real-time biometric authentication systems before the November 2026 deadline or face penalties for non-compliance.

Parliament has passed the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Bill, 2026 (the “Bill”), which will replace the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act, 2013 (Act 865) (the “GIPC Act”)...

A Share certificate serves as official documents issued by a company to its shareholders, confirming their ownership of specific numbers of shares in the company.

For those eyeing stable political environments in West Africa for business, Ghana emerges as a top contender.

Small and Medium scale owners tend to consult lawyers only when there is a problem or a litigation.

Fire safety certification is a mandatory legal requirement for virtually all commercial businesses in Ghana, yet many organisations only recognise its importance after facing penalties or incidents.

The Gold Board Act of 2025 (Act 1140) has been enacted to regulate gold trading and marketing in Ghana

Digital lending business has grown extensively, especially with the high cost of living. Again, digital lending has simplified lending processes and procedures for small business owners, salary earners, and even first-time borrowers to access quick credit through apps and online platforms without collateral. However, this innovation came with recurring problems such as excessive interest rates, hidden fees, unethical debt recovery procedures, and privacy violations.

Ghana's Bank of Ghana and Financial Intelligence Centre have jointly issued new Guidelines on Fit and Proper Persons for Accountable Institutions in 2026, significantly expanding regulatory oversight beyond the 2019 framework. How do these enhanced requirements for financial integrity, beneficial ownership verification, and third-party service provider assessments reshape governance obligations for all BoG-licensed financial institutions?