Dr. Kweku Arthur-Annobil, Strategy Lead & Business Manager (BCB) at Stanbic Bank, has urged regulators and business leaders in the financial sector to support female entrepreneurs to grow and expand their businesses. He made this statement at the 2024 Women in Business Dialogue series, held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. Speaking at the […] The post Women

Stanbic Bank Ghana has announced an investment of GH¢6.5million in community projects and initiatives across the country. Spanning education, health, youth empowerment, financial literacy, entrepreneurship, agriculture and youth enablement, these initiatives aim to contribute to the development of communities in which the bank operates. This was contained in the bank’s Annual Results Statement and CSI […] The post

GCB Capital predicts end of ‘free cash’ era for passive banking but economist argues move not necessary By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected] / [email protected] The real sector – businesses and households in the country – could be set for a significant boost with loans and advances extended to them potentially […] The post

By Mohammed Awal ([email protected]) John Dramani Mahama has pledged to implement an industrial policy aimed at transitioning the economy from dependence on imports to a focus on exports should he regain the presidency in 2025. According to the former President, this initiative will entail establishing agro-processing and industrial zones in every region, capitalising on their […] The post

By Kizito CUDJOE The Institute for Energy Security (IES) has delivered a scathing assessment of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) concerning the present power situation, pointing out what it considers “inconsistencies” and “misleading statements” regarding the ongoing erratic electricity supply. In a statement issued by IES, signed by its Executive Director Nana Amoasi VII, […] The post

Access Bank surpassed GH¢1billion in profit before tax (PBT) for the first time in the fiscal year ending 2023. This feat, the bank stated, underscores its dedication to excellence and its adeptness in navigating complex economic environments. The bank’s financial performance for 2023 reflects growth across various metrics. During the year under review, its total […] The post

The Newmont Ahafo Development Foundation (NADeF), corporate social responsibility arm of Newmont Ahafo Mine, has initiated about 13 different projects, valued at GH¢15million across five host communities of its Ahafo North Mine. The development projects – which cut across education, health, electrification, road, water and sanitation, among others – are located at Yamfo, Afrispakrom, Susuanso, Terchire […] The post