Business Continuity Management (BCM) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DR) are critical components of an organization’s overall resilience and risk management strategy. They play essential roles in ensuring an organization’s ability to continue its operations during and after disruptions, whether they are caused by natural disasters, cybersecurity incidents, or other unforeseen events. In this piece, I […] The post

By Tarsicius Edem Dorpenyo FAQ 2. Which social media channels should I use? With the growth of social media platforms, selecting the appropriate methods to reach your target audience is critical. In Africa, where internet access is quickly expanding, social media is an effective marketing tool. However, each site targets different demographics and interests. Here’s […] The post

In a landmark visit highlighting its commitment to knowledge sharing and industry collaboration, Fidelity Bank Ghana, the nation’s largest privately owned bank, welcomed a delegation of 35 students and faculty from Columbia Business School, a world-renowned institution for business education. The visit, held at Fidelity Bank’s head office at Ridge Towers in Accra, served as […] The post

After about seven years of Free Senior High School (FSHS) implementation, stakeholders argue that the time is due for the government to welcome new models that give schools some level of autonomy. The stakeholders who turned up in their numbers at the British Council to participate in the annual Achimota Speaks open forum shared various […] The post Achimota

A groundswell of interest for investment in Ghana from Europe was kicked up when the maiden edition of the Ghana-EU Tourism & Investment Summit (GHETIS24) came off in Paris, France. GHETIS24 was a useful arena for discussions and consultations as Ghana’s delegation of business leaders, creative arts players, government officials, tourism think-tanks and executives of […] The post

Parliament has approved the highest-ever allocation from the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) to basic education under the current political administration. The allocated amount of GH?800million represents 20 percent of the total GETFund formula for 2024, compared to the 12 percent allocated to the basic level in 2023. This 2024 allocation marks a significant 196 […] The post

Societe Generale Ghana has launched a new promo dubbed ‘Ya Te So Biom’ Loans Promo. The offer, open to all Societe Generale customers and non-customers on the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) payroll, provides loans at competitively low annual interest rates. Societe Generale Ghana in 2023 launched the very successful Yateso Loan promo which […] The post Societe

The Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations (MELR) and its partners, including the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), International Cocoa Initiative (ICI), the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and International Labour Organization (ILO) organized a launch event titled: ‘Accelerating TOGETHER Action Against Child Labour in Ghana, multi-stakeholder and multi-sectoral initiatives’ in Accra. The launch brought […] The post

The Ghana Netherlands Business and Culture Council (GNBCC), in collaboration with MDF West Africa, has announced the commencement of applications for the fifth edition of the Dutch Export Academy (DEA). The DEA is a training programme tailored specifically for Ghanaian entrepreneurs in the horticulture sector who are looking to export to the European Union (EU) […] The post

By Ebenezer YALLEY Blue Ocean Strategy is defined as the simultaneous pursuit of differentiation and low cost to open up a new market space and create new demand. It is about creating and capturing uncontested market space, thereby making the competition irrelevant. It is based on the view that market boundaries and industry structure are […] The post The

By Konrad Kodjo DJAISI The Fisheries sector is noted for occupational safety and health shortfalls, deplorable living and working conditions on fishing vessels and dwindling incomes. Forced Labour, modern day slavery, human trafficking also occurs in the sector. The policy’s rationale, key objectives and strategic actions are based on the mission and values of trade […] The post

By Emmanuel Oppong PEPRAH(Dr) Working from somewhere outside your designated office space is not a new phenomenon per se. However, during the period that the world was battling with COVID-19, when workers could not go to their offices to work but had to work from home, has brought such a working practice to the limelight.  […] The post Alternative

As part of this year’s International Women’s Day celebrations, Stanbic Bank Ghana hosted a webinar focused on fostering a culture of inclusion in business operations. This initiative underscores the bank’s ongoing commitment to empowering women across the country.. Leading the discussion, the Head of Client Coverage at Stanbic Investment Management Services (SIMS), Desmond Bredu, highlighted […] The post

The Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) has told a meeting of global investors in Canada that MIIF is ready to co-invest with investors seeking opportunities into the minerals sub-sector in Ghana. This he said, is in line with the strategic objective of MIIF to support the quest to make Ghana […] The post MIIF

By Prof. Samuel Lartey [email protected] In the ancient tale of the Trojan War, the Greeks gifted the city of Troy with a large wooden horse, hiding soldiers inside to infiltrate the city’s impenetrable walls. This story is emblematic of modern financial deception, where money laundering acts as the Trojan horse in the global financial system. […] The post

By Ernestina MENSAH The Ghanaian economy is expected to enter a recovery phase in 2024 under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme, driven by stronger private consumption. Market players forecast the economy to expand by about 3.5 percent in 2024, up from a lower growth of 2.7 percent recorded in 2023. However, IMF and the […] The post Managing risk in a recovering

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU [email protected] The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced a series of measures aimed at addressing excess liquidity in the market, in a strategic move to bolster lending to the private sector. Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, disclosing the measures during the 117th MPC meeting’s press briefing in […] The post BoG

Accra Mall, the leading shopping centre in the capital city, has outlined various activities lined up to deliver a memorable Easter experience to the public. March 2024 looks like a packed month in Ghana. Aside from the predictable Independence Day on March 6, International Women’s Day (IWD) on March 8 and the celebrations of Ghana’s […] The post Accra

Adamus Resources successfully defended its office premises against an attempted takeover by BCM Ghana on Monday, March 25, 2024. Represented by its legal person and accompanied by security operatives from K9, BCM Ghana’s efforts were thwarted by Adamus Resources’ security personnel and the Ghana Police Service. The dispute stems from a legal decision by the […] The post

By Emmanuel AKOMEA The Minister of Finance Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has announced plans to streamline port charges following a visit to the Tema port and discussions with Customs officials and agents. The decision seeks to tackle the multitude of charges at the country’s sea ports, curb duty evasion and address challenges in handling transit […] The post Port