Africa Currencies Topline Nigeria: FX inflow euphoria loses steam as naira reverses gains. Ghana: Cocobod to raise an additional $400 million for this season. South Africa: 1 sentence summary here. Egypt: The pound remains stable despite decreased tourism in Egypt. Kenya: Fitch ratings warns against further slippage if exchange rate weakens further. Uganda: Slowdown in […] The post

As a freshman at the Ghana Institute of Journalism in 2014, I became a member of Keteke Ghana, a dynamic humanitarian organization dedicated to gathering donor support for carrying out transformative humanitarian initiatives in distant communities. I recall that in my 4-years with the group, despite resource constraints, we were able to undertake very transformational […] The post

In a strategic partnership with Vodafone Ghana, itel—a brand synonymous with affordable and reliable smart technology—has unveiled its latest smartphone, the itel A70. Designed to redefine the entry-level smartphone market, this new device combines cutting edge technology with cost efficiency, targeting users in developing economies. David Umoh, Director of the Consumer Business Unit at Vodafone […] The post

The 1988/90 Year Group of St Augustine’s College in Cape Coast (APSU ’88) has donated 76 Bunk Beds to their Alma Mater. The gesture is part of the year group’s commitment to give back to their alma mater after their attention was drawn to a very appalling condition at some dormitories of selected houses. A […] The post St Augustine’s oldboys donate

In recognition of his visionary contributions to Ghana’s Energy Sector, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Opoku-Ahweneeh Danquah, emerged as the recipient of the coveted Africa Energy Leader of the Year Award at the just-ended 2nd Africa Offshore Energy Summit held in Accra at the Holiday Inn Resort. The […] The post GNPC

Importers of electrical appliances have been urged to adhere to the directives outlined in the Standards and Labelling Regulations of the Energy Commission of Ghana. Failure to comply may lead to sanctions, including the seizure and potential re-exportation of the appliances at the importer’s expense. The Energy Commission, per its mandate under Act 541, has […] The post

The 2nd Annual Corporate Excellence Diamond awards has been held by Travel Director Magazine to celebrate outstanding companies in various sectors of the Ghanaian economy. The theme of the event, “Unveiling the Gems of Corporate Excellence, rewarding the Brilliance in business,” perfectly captured the essence of the awards program Overall, 16 award winners from industries […] The post

Stratcomm Africa received the prestigious Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) award for its work in respect of the fight against climate change at the 2023 CSR Excellence Awards organized by the West Africa Ghana CSR Excellence Awards (GHCEA) . The award was under the GHCEA Green and Environmental Protection category. The award recognizes Stratcomm Africa’s persistent […] The post Stratcomm

…A Comprehensive Examination of the ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme and National Bureaus. Through dynamic and vibrant leadership, The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Brown Card Scheme in contemporary times, has been making substantial strides in advancing regional integration, and at the heart of this integration lies the ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme. […] The post Fostering

The Trades Union Congress, the largest trade union organisation in Ghana, composed of 18 autonomous affiliate unions, launched what is terms, its own manifesto, referred to as the Workers’ Manifesto, and presented a signed copy to former President, John Mahama, when they hosted him at the Hall of Trade Unions Conference Room in Accra on […] The post TUC engages NDC on

Seso Global, Africa’s leading digital property marketplace, has partnered with Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC to launch an exciting Diaspora Mortgage Platform in Ghana that simplifies the mortgage application process by making it digital. This groundbreaking platform will significantly enhance the process of investing in real estate in Ghana by allowing Ghanaians living abroad to search, […] The post

Experts have lamented that the complexities of climate funding and sustainable development investment are creating barriers for African countries accessing multilateral funding for projects to mitigate climate change impacts. They bemoaned that climate financing intricacies are creating inequitable outcomes in accessing and utilising climate funding – and could get worse with the ‘just transition’ approach. […] The post

Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC has appointed Mr. Mannaseh Afoh as Chief Information Officer (CIO). Mr. Afoh assumed the role on 16th August upon receipt of approval from the Bank of Ghana. Profile of Mannaseh Afoh Mr. Manasseh Afoh is a Senior Technology leader with over 22-years experience within the Financial Services, Software Engineering and Aviation […] The post Republic

Market observers are hopeful of moderate growth at end-2023 fiscal year, driven by limited policy interventions in both fiscal and monetary aspects. Despite a promising recovery in Ghana’s economic performance for half-year 2023 (HY23), propelled by robust growth in the service and agriculture sectors, Databank – an asset management company – is projecting growth to […] The post

Statesman and industrialist Dr. Tony Oteng-Gyasi has called for an end to fees and commissions paid to people and institutions parading as brokers for national projects, explaining that the practice fuels procurement fraud, drains the public purse and undermines the execution of strategic national infrastructure. Delivering the University of Ghana’s 2023 Alumni Lecture in Accra, […] The post

The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has revealed its plans to harness diaspora funds, a move aimed at addressing food security and spurring sustainable agricultural development in West Africa and North Africa. This initiative aims to not only revitalise agriculture but also promote broader structural transformation on the continent. The announcement came during […] The post

The Ministry of Finance has sealed a US$102.59million African Development Bank (AfDB) budget support grant as part of government’s Fiscal Consolidation and Economic Recovery Programme (FISCERP). The grant, which falls under the AfDB’s ADF-16 funding cycle, aims to fortify Ghana’s economic recovery through enhanced public finance, heightened productivity and the generation of employment opportunities. Deputy […] The post

Africa’s food and agribusiness will be worth an estimated US$1trillion by 2030, African Development Bank President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina has told participants of the World Food Prize Foundation’s Norman E. Borlaug Dialogue (link is external) in Des Moines, Iowa. The annual event in America’s agricultural heartland revolved around this year’s theme of ‘Harnessing Change’, with delegates […] The post