The government seeks to build on the gains of its aggressive digital innovation drive to strengthen economic resilience, rebuild market confidence and revitalise the economy for sustained growth, Senior Advisor to the Vice President, Prof. Kwaku Appiah-Adu, has indicated. Speaking at the maiden edition of the Africa Research and Innovation Commercialisation Summit (ARICS 2024) in […] The post

By Dr. Kwami Ahiabenu, II Cryptocurrencies were designed to operate without central control. That is to say they  operate as a self-governing digital currency. Like any other currency, cryptocurrency pricing is dictated by supply and demand plus user sentiments, government regulations, hype and news. At the end of December 2023 for instance, the price of […] The post Taming

Just two weeks after its announcement, the latest call for applications by develoPPP Ventures has gained significant attention. This initiative stands as a pivotal opportunity for Ghana’s innovative startups to boost their growth and positively impact local communities, with selected companies eligible for up to EUR 100,000 in funding to scale their innovations. Call for […] The post

By Marilyn Asante OSEI This Article provides an overview of Technology Transfer Agreements in Ghana. Technology Transfer Agreements in Ghana are governed by two main laws: the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre Act, 2013 (Act 865) and the Technology Transfer Regulations, 1992 (L.I. 1547). The State institution responsible for the registration and administration of Technology Transfer […] The post Technology

LadySam’s ‘INCLUDE HER’ conference, supported by SHIMEI Solutions and held over the weekend, was a fun-packed event, according to the testimonials. The women came out in their numbers and there were some men in attendance who came to lend their support. Guest speaker, Professor Lord Mawuko-Yevugah – a Political Economist and Professor of International Relations, […] The post

By  Edem HEVI The IMF’s Global Outlook report in 2019, acknowledged Ghana as the fastest-growing economy in the world. Despite favourable economic growth over the years, it has remained a lower-middle-income country, for more than a decade since it first attained this status. Middle-income countries (MICs), which house nearly 75% of the global population, including […] The post The

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Medical facility operators and equipment dealers are urging banks to accept medical equipment as collateral, given that banks typically demand collateral worth about 120 percent of the loan amount, amidst high-interest rates and exchange rate volatility. John Chigbu, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Cassona Global Imaging, emphasized the importance of leading […] The post

Under the scorching Ghanaian sun, farmers are struggling more than ever. The weather they once knew is changing, making it harder to predict when to plant crops or when it might rain. People are sweating more than before, feeling the heat like never before. While most people relate climate change exclusively to weather conditions, it […] The post From

GCB BANK PLC wishes to inform its cherished customers and the general public of a publication regarding the list of persons having accounts with the Bank that have not been operated for the past five (5) years and are classified as dormant in compliance with the requirements of the Banks and Specialised Deposit-Taking Institutions Act, […] The post Notice Of Dormant

FBNBank has once again reiterated its unwavering dedication to the youth at the launch of the Ubuntu Equip Programme, which was held at the British Council last Friday. The event marked the beginning of an initiative aimed at empowering young individuals with the tools, resources and skills needed to succeed in today’s dynamic world. The […] The post FBNBank’s

The Chief Executive of Asian African Consortium (AAC), Mrs. Adelaide Siaw Agyepong, has reiterated the need to empower women to aspire for greater heights. She explained that the position of women in society makes it vital that every attempt to empower women will enhance society and give a route for a better future for children, […] The post CEO

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected]/ [email protected] After weeks of sustained depreciation, the cedi has, in the past week, shown signs of recovery against some of its major trading counterparts. This positive development comes amid a successful intervention by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) and Parliament’s approval of a US$300million loan facility […] The post

The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA) has commenced farmer registration for the Planting for Food and Jobs phase two (PFJ 2.0) programme, aiming to reach over 2 million farmers this year. During a press briefing in Accra, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, the sector minister, highlighted that the programme seeks to modernise agriculture by concentrating on […] The post PFJ

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The nation’s food security faces a potential threat due to delays in implementing tax exemptions on agricultural inputs, according to CropLife Ghana, an association of importers and distributors of pesticides, fertilisers and other agricultural supplies. The concerns stem from delays in implementing the tax exemptions under the second phase of […] The post

Letshego Ghana Savings and Loans PLC, a subsidiary of regional inclusive finance group, Letshego Africa (Letshego Group) is embarking on a forward-thinking journey with the launch of its GH¢500million domestic medium-term note programme. This landmark initiative marks a significant milestone in Letshego’s history, underscoring its robust commitment to economic development and financial inclusivity. The financial […] The post