China’s trade surplus falls to $16.9b

The gap between China's imports and exports narrowed in September, official data has shown. But analysts say the decline is unlikely to ease the pressure on Beijing to strengthen its currency. The US has been among its strongest critics,…

Asia stocks gain

Asian stock markets rose Wednesday after the Federal Reserve signaled that it is all but certain to take steps to boost the U.S. economy and Japan's machinery orders unexpectedly grew. Oil prices rose above $82 a barrel as a weaker U.S.…

Ghana stocks up on banks, energy and mining

The GSE All-Share Index, the benchmark measure of performance of the Ghana Stock Exchange, rose for the second straight session on Tuesday gaining 40.13 points to close at 6,871.91 points from 6,831.78 points. The year to date gain now…

I am not a mercenary – Witness

Mohammed Achana Abdulsalam, a worker at the Survey Department in Tamale and a warrior of the late Ya-Na, on Tuesday refuted claims by the defence that he was one of the mercenaries brought in to fight for the Ya-Na. He also denied claims…