The Vice President and presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party, Mahamudu Bawumia, has pledged that under his Presidency, there will not be more than 50 Ministers and Deputy Ministers. According to him, an efficient system of governance will require fewer ministers, hence, his decision to have fewer ministers. “I would have no more than […] The post My

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the vice president and presidential candidate for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), has expressed his commitment to spearheading a constitutional amendment process if he secures the presidency in the upcoming general elections this year. Delivering his inaugural address since being elected to lead the elephant party into the 2024 elections, he […] The post

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has vowed to place a cap on government spending, ensuring it remains below 105% of the previous year’s tax revenue. This move is part of his broader economic strategy, aiming for fiscal responsibility and sustainability. Addressing a gathering of supporters in his inaugural public […] The post

The Flagbearer of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has laid out a detailed vision for the mining sector, which he says will help effectively regulate the industry, help small-scale miners and also protect the environment Speaking to the nation in Accra on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, to unveil his vision and priorities for Ghana, Dr. […] The post

The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has stated categorically that he will abolish the tax on electronic financial transactions, e-levy, if elected President of Ghana. The controversial tax was introduced in 2022, and before the introduction, Vice President Bawumia had declared his opposition to levies on electronic financial transactions in an interview. Delivering his first […] The post

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is scheduled to deliver before Parliament, a message the State of the Nation Address on February 27, 2024. This was made known when the Leader of Government Business in the House and Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, presented the business statement for the week on the Floor of Parliament yesterday, February […] The post Akufo-Addo

In line with its aspiration of ‘Empowering Women, Transforming Communities’, on Wednesday, 17th January, the Women of Today Foundation embarked on a charity event in Adugyama, a community in the Ahafo Ano South East District of the Ashanti Region, Ghana. The gesture, birthed out of the spirit of giving back to society, had a total […] The post Women

  The Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Finance and Administration at the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Mr. Benjamin Kweku Acolatse Esq., has been elected the Global President of Prempeh College Old Student Association. Mr. Acolatse and other new executives of the Association were sworn into office on 27th January 2024. Among the […] The post

The 2022 cohort of the Graduate Trainee Programme of Stanbic Bank Ghana has donated 10 Computers and other learning materials to the Lume-Avete Basic School in the Akatsi South District of the Volta Region. Morris Effah, the Graduate Trainee lead, said the team was inspired by a viral video depicting a teacher conducting an ICT […] The post Stanbic

It’s 10 pm, and Tieku, a hardworking Ghanaian living and working in New York, finds himself caught in the throes of a sudden family emergency on his way to his night job. His brother’s frantic calls from Accra revealed that their mother had an emergency at home and had to be rushed to the hospital. […] The post GLICO’s Sunkwa Health Plan: A lifeline

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced the commencement of the implementation of the Emissions Levy Act, 2023 (Act 1112) effective Thursday, February 1, 2024. According to the GRA, the Act imposes a levy on carbon dioxide equivalent emissions on internal combustion engine vehicles. The GRA emphasised that the move aligns with the government’s commitment to […] The post

During a radio interview recently, the host asked me what my thoughts were on potential job losses due to Artificial Intelligence (AI) usage in the workplace. I have been reflecting on that question for a while, and this article explores my thoughts. The way we work is undergoing momentous transformations as the application of AI […] The post Thriving

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei TuTu II, on May 12th will celebrate his 25th anniversary of ascending the throne as Asantehene of Asanteman in grand style. He was enstooled on April 26, 1999 after the death of his uncle Otumfuo Opoku Ware II, making him the 16th Asantehene. Therefore, this year marks exactly 25 years since his ascension to […] The post Asantehene

The Agricultural Manufacturing Group Limited (AMG Fertilisers), an indigenous leader with strong local presence in the fields of developing, manufacturing and marketing a range of innovative specialty fertilisers, has attributed its growth and expansion within the Agribusiness input space to its demonstrative understanding of the sector, transparent business practices and accountable procedures and modules. AMG […] The post

In line with Ghana’s strategy to increase trade within Africa under the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) in collaboration with the National Coordination Office (NCO) of the AfCFTA participated in the Ghana Expo 2024 in Tanzania from Wednesday 24th January to Sunday 28th January 2024, at the Mlimani City Conference Centre […] The post

The journey Modernisation is a universal cause that affects all of humanity. There is no single paradigm or solution to modernisation. The nature and rate of modernisation can differ greatly from one culture or country to the next, reflecting their own historical, cultural and economic settings as long as the road suits its conditions and […] The post China’s

As former President John Mahama’ proposed 24-hour economy policy gains traction, the potential for economic growth and development is immense. This policy aims to stimulate economic activities round the clock, creating jobs and fostering a vibrant, inclusive economy. However, to sustain this growth, enhancing tax revenue is crucial. This opinion statement outlines the strategic approaches […] The post

The African continent is poised to reach a population of 1.1 billion people by 2040, making it the largest workforce globally. In line with the ambitious ‘Agenda 2063’, the African Union has set forth a strategy for a prosperous Africa rooted in inclusive and sustainable development. Dr. Dominic Oduru Antwi, the President of the Global […] The post Build

Eight months after a surprise return to orthodox economic policies, Turkish officials are continuing to signal their commitment to reform. The Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey (CBRT) has raised interest rates by 36.5 percentage points since June, while the government, steered by Finance Minister Mehmet ?im?ek, has tightened fiscal policy, notably by increasing […] The post Will

With over 50 years of experience in responsible financial services, Brac, has launched the Brac Ghana Savings and Loans Ltd, (BGSL) to promote financial inclusion and economic empowerment particularly for women in Ghana’s rural and hard to reach areas. This marks their sixth microfinance institution in Africa. In his opening address, the CEO of Brac, […] The post Brac