By Elliot WILLIAMS & Toma IMIRHE Last week African Reinsurance Corporation, more commonly known simply as African Re, organized a three day workshop on Agriculture and Climate Insurance at the plush Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra, which hosted insurance professionals from 14 different countries on the continent. Apart from participants from Ghana, the host country […] The post

… sale of SSNIT equity in hotels By Kofi Anokye OWUSU-DARKO (Dr) The proposed sale of SSNIT’s (Social Security and National Insurance Trust) 60% equity in four hotels—Labadi Beach Hotel, La Palm Royal Beach Resort, Ridge Royal Hotel, and Elmina Beach Resort—to Rock City Hotel, owned by Bryan Acheampong, a politician and Minister of Food […] The post Trusteeship

The turnaround of Ecobank Ghana’s financial performance in 2023 illustrated the potential for it to achieve new heights in 2024. The bank’s 1st quarter results this year show that this potential is being almost fully realized. TOMA IMIRHE explains how. The financial performance of Ecobank Ghana for the full year,2023, brought with it the promise […] The post Ecobank’s

The unpredictable nature of the modern business environment has left organisations increasingly susceptible to a myriad of challenges that can disrupt their operations. Economic downturns, natural disasters and cyber-attacks and are just a few examples of crises that may result in significant disruptions to a business’s operations. In that regard, it is just imperative for […] The post

Bawjiase Area Rural Bank PLC held its 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) on July 10, 2024, at the Wesley Methodist Church auditorium in Awutu Bawjiase. The meeting brought together shareholders, traditional rulers, and representatives from neighboring rural banks to review the bank’s performance and strategize for the future. Pascal Atta Fynn, the Board Secretary from […] The post Bawjiase

In the fast-paced business world, communication skills are indispensable for top executives. In Part 1, we explored the first five essential communication skills: clarity and conciseness, active listening, emotional intelligence, persuasion and negotiation, and public speaking. Here, in Part 2, we delve into the remaining five skills that are equally crucial for your success and […] The post

Newmont Corporation’s Africa Business unit, has deployed the Cat diesel electric R2900 XE hybrid loader at Subika Underground mine in Ahafo South. The mining equipment, the first of its kind to be used in Africa, marks a significant milestone in Newmont’s commitment to reduce its global environmental footprint, in pursuant of the company’s ambitious goal […] The post

Kwabena Bawuah (Kobby), a Ghanaian software engineer, has developed QuickApply Pro, a cutting-edge Chrome extension designed to revolutionize the job application process. This innovative tool harnesses the power of artificial intelligence to create customized resumes and cover letters, helping job seekers make a lasting impression in a competitive market. QuickApply Pro leverages advanced AI technology […] The post

Elevating the potential of the small-scale mining industry and spearheading diversification efforts in the mining sector, MIIF is transforming Ghana’s mineral wealth into economic growth. “We are one of the fastest-growing soverign wealth funds in the world.” Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng, CEO of Minerals Income and Investment Fund (MIIF) As a sovereign minerals wealth fund, the […] The post Envisioning

By Asiedua ADDAE In Africa today we face a unique opportunity. This single landmass of over 50 countries that is home to over 1 billion people holds immense potential. Ghana, for example, has just under 40% of its population between the ages of 15-35. Experts have even referred to this budding demographic as an extremely […] The post From

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Government has set a new indicative target to limit total disbursements under pre-Cut-Off Date (CoD) facilities to US$250million annually over the period of 2024-2025. This measure aims to keep disbursements within programme targets while addressing challenge posed by the significant volume of undisbursed funds from prior […] The post

The Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), in collaboration with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), has handed over essential infrastructure projects to beneficiary communities across the country. The ceremony, held at Tordzinu in the Volta Region, marked a significant milestone in implementing the Emergency Support to Rural Livelihoods and Food Systems Exposed to […] The post

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE Ghana has announced its commitment to join the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI), a global body that focuses on public access to information for thematic areas of marine capture fisheries. Fisheries and Aquaculture Development Minister, Mavis Hawa Koomson, presented an official commitment letter to the  FiTI International Board Chair, Dr. Valeria Merino, during […] The post

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU ([email protected]) Finance minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has called on banks to play a pivotal role in the country’s economic recovery. Addressing key financial sector stakeholders ahead of the 2024 mid-year budget review, Dr. Adam emphasised the critical juncture at which Ghana’s economy stands. “Our economy is at a pivotal juncture, […] The post

FirstBank Ghana’s Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Victor Yaw Asante, delivered an inspiring address at the 30th induction ceremony of the Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana. The event, held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, saw 237 inductees, including aspiring and practicing bankers, officially welcomed into the esteemed institution. Mr. Asante began his address by […] The post

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Equities will remain a top asset class of choice for investors in the second half of 2024 (2H24), Manpreet Gill, the Chief Investment Officer for Africa, the Middle East, and Europe at Standard Chartered has said. The asset class has witnessed a revival in recent times, especially in frontier markets, […] The post