Why Traditional Festivals Still Matter in Modern Ghana
From Akwasidae to Homowo, Ghana’s traditional festivals continue to preserve history, strengthen communities, support local economies, and keep cultural identity alive in a rapidly changing world.
Why Does Ghana Wait Until Buildings Are Finished Before Taking Action?
Ghana loses billions of cedis when completed buildings are demolished for violating planning regulations. While enforcement is necessary, a more important question remains: why are many illegal developments allowed to reach completion before action is taken? Preventing unlawful construction early would protect lives, strengthen investor confidence and avoid unnecessary economic waste.
Ghana Needs a Strong and Independent Civil Service Again
Strong democracies are built on strong institutions. As Ghana seeks faster development, strengthening the professionalism, integrity and independence of the Civil Service could be one of the country's most important long-term investments.
Ghana, South Africa and the Diplomacy We Should Not Abandon
Ghana’s reported decision to decline a proposed visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa raises a serious question about diplomacy, citizen protection and African unity. While Ghana must defend the safety and dignity of its citizens in South Africa, the moment could also have been used to speak firmly, allow peaceful public expression and strengthen cooperation between two important African nations.
One Week After the Accra Floods: Counting the Cost and Building a More Resilient Ghana
One week after the Accra floods, families are mourning, businesses are counting their losses and communities are rebuilding. This article explores the economic cost of flooding and why Ghana must invest in resilient infrastructure, better urban planning and long-term prevention rather than repeatedly paying the price of avoidable disasters.
Burkina Faso's Agriculture and Agro-Industry, the game changer.
Burkina Faso's growing investment in dams, irrigation and agro-industry offers practical lessons for Ghana. This article explores how better water management, value addition and modern farming can help Ghana build a stronger agricultural economy, create jobs and improve food security.
Why Ghana's Young Population Could Become Its Greatest Economic Advantage
Ghana's greatest natural resource may not be found beneath the ground, but within its people. This article explores how investing in the country's young population through education, skills, entrepreneurship and opportunity could transform Ghana into one of Africa's most prosperous and innovative economies.
Can Ghana Honour Its Dead While Investing More in the Living?
Ghana's funeral traditions are among the richest and most respected in the world, reflecting our deep sense of family, community and respect for those who have passed away. Yet as funeral costs continue to rise, an important question emerges: can we preserve the dignity of these traditions while investing more in businesses, education, jobs and the future of the living?
Welcome to Sikanomist.com: A New Voice for Ghana. A New Conversation for Our Future.
A new voice for Ghana has arrived. Sikanomist.com is a media platform dedicated to Economics, Politics, Culture and Ideas, helping Ghanaians learn from the world's best practices while showcasing the best of Ghana to the world. Join a growing community committed to knowledge, constructive debate and practical solutions for a brighter future. Read, contribute and help shape the next chapter of our nation.
When Economic Frustration Turns Against Foreigners
South Africa is often described as Africa's most industrialized economy. For decades, it has attracted migrants from across the continent seeking opportunity, education, safety, and a better future.
Are Ghana's Large Funerals a Cultural Asset or an Economic Burden?
Has funeral spending become so large that it is beginning to undermine investment, business growth, and job creation?
Ghana’s New Gold Deal Could Become a Turning Point — But Only If It Builds Real National Value
Ghana’s new agreement to buy 30% of large-scale mining companies’ gold output could strengthen national reserves, support local refining and move the country closer to ending raw mineral exports. But success will depend on transparency, discipline and real local value creation.
Why Small Businesses Matter More Than Big Headlines
When people discuss the economy, attention often focuses on major projects, multinational companies, and government policies.
The Cost of Short-Term Thinking
What separates nations that prosper from those that struggle to move forward? In The Cost of Short-Term Thinking, The Sikanomist explores why lasting success depends on investing in education, innovation, infrastructure, and strong institutions long before the rewards are seen. What choices should Ghana make today to build a stronger future tomorrow? Read more:
The Hidden Power of Local Manufacturing: Why Making More in Ghana Matters
A nation's prosperity is not measured only by what it sells to the world, but also by what it is capable of creating. As Ghana expands local manufacturing, it has the opportunity to generate more jobs, add greater value to its resources and build a stronger, more resilient economy for generations to come.
The Cost of Short-Term Thinking
In an age of quick fixes and short political cycles, the article argues that sustainable progress belongs to societies willing to plan decades ahead rather than merely reacting to today's problems.
A timely reflection on leadership, development, and the future Ghana is building for the next generation.
Are Ghana's Large Funerals a Cultural Asset or an Economic Burden?
.Ghana's funeral culture is admired across Africa. But is it becoming too expensive for the country's future?
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