Ghana

Ghana's Chief of Staff Hon. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare is expected to grace the launch of Chartered Institute of Realtors (CIR) with her heavy presence .The anticipated high profile event is set to be launched in Ghana tomorrow (Wednesday) 10am, at the Africa Trade House, Ridge opposite Cedi House, in Accra.Also expected at the grand launch are Hon Francis Asenso-Boakye, Minister of Works and Housing, Dr Yaw...

Beneficial Ownership (BO) refers to the individuals who ultimately own or control a company, asset, or property, even if their names do not appear on official documentation. This information is crucial for preventing money laundering, as it helps identify potential risks and ensures transparency in financial transactions. Beneficial ownership transparency and in particular beneficial ownership registers...

In 1877, a strategic decision to relocate the capital of the Gold Coast to Accra set in motion a transformative journey. Over the years, Accra has evolved into a bustling commercial hub, embracing the allure of urban living. This surge in urbanisation has catalysed an expansive urban sprawl, a phenomenon that brings both challenges and promising prospects to the real estate sector. Accra’s meteoric...

Can't buy property in Accra? You're Not Alone The soaring prices of real estate properties in Accra have made it increasingly difficult for the average Ghanaian to become a homeowner. The city's real estate market has been experiencing a sharp increase in demand due to the country's economic growth and population boom, leading to a corresponding surge in property prices. This has made it difficult...

In the realm of real estate and remarkable feats, Ebenezar Kwadwo Saka Addo-Mensah, affectionately known as Saka stands as a testament to both innovation and determination. A driving force behind the unprecedented 10,000-kilometer journey from Accra to London, Saka has steered his way into the spotlight as a real estate mogul and a visionary leader. Behind the wheel of a Ford Raptor, Saka did not...

The Executive Council of the Ghana Real Estate Developers Association (GREDA) has described Ningo Prampram MP, Sam George’s comment on real estate business as unfortunate and defamatory. On JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, Mr. George alleged that the real estate business in Ghana is largely used for money laundering. According to him, it is a means to clean ‘dirty money’ acquired...

The Ningo Prampram Member of Parliament, Sam George has cast doubt on the legitimacy of many real estate businesses in Ghana. Speaking in an interview on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, July 22, he explained that the real estate business is a cover-up for money laundering. According to him, people use the estate as a means to clean ‘dirty money’ acquired through illegitimate means. “Real...

The Chartered Institute of Realtors (CIR), a body of real estate professionals dedicated to providing high-quality training and learning opportunities for its members within the ever-changing real estate industry worldwide, is set to be launched in Ghana. The event will draw a large audience from different facets of society, from policymakers, international property developers, lawyers, arbitrators,...

A Three-Day mini exhibition Dubbed:  Ecobank-JoyNews Habitat Fair Clinic which  was opened  at Achimota Mall Retail Centre last Friday has ended. The event, which is organized annually by Joynews and its business partners seeks to create extensive awareness about the main Habitat Fair which comes off on September 20th to 24th 2023 at the Accra International Conference Centre, was...

Green spaces made up of tree cover, grass, and parks in Ghana’s capital, Accra, have reduced drastically in the last two decades. The situation poses serious health implications for the residents according to a new study titled: “Socio-demographic and neighbourhood factors influencing urban green space use and development at home”. The study noted that most green spaces had been cleared for...