….as Zoomlion donates safety gear The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Nii Kwartei Titus Glover, has warned traders to stop selling on pavements and walkways in Accra, urging them to relocate to designated stores. He explained that stopping the practice of selling on pavements will help maintain a clean environment in Accra. This comes as the […] The post

By Kenneth ROGOFF If former US President Donald Trump returns to the White House in 2025 – and most betting markets still have the odds at 60% or better – will he achieve the weak dollar that both he and his running mate, Senator J.D. Vance, so desperately want? Their view, of course, is that […] The post Will Trump get his wish for a weaker dollar? appeared

In a move that has electrified the political landscape of the country, the Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the presidential aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has launched an ambitious, constituency-to-constituency campaign tour. This follows the recent outdooring of his running mate, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, at a high-profile event in Kumasi, which has […] The post

As we look to the future, the profound impact of Ghana’s Free SHS policy in economically deprived regions, such as Oti, is a beacon of hope and progress. Accompanying the Second Lady, Hajia Samira Bawumia, on her recent tour through Oti’s nine constituencies—Jasikan, Kadjebi, Nkwanta North, Nkwanta South, Krachi East, Krachi Nchumuru, Krachi West, Biakoye, […] The post

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The MIT Legatum Centre for Development and Entrepreneurship, in collaboration with the Ghana Enterprises Agency (GEA), Ghana Hubs Network (GHN) and She Hub Ghana, has successfully concluded a dynamic three-day bootcamp aimed at nurturing innovation-driven ventures in Accra. The event, themed ‘Building scalable innovation ventures’, brought together 25 carefully selected entrepreneurs […] The post

…beat Côte d’Ivoire 5:2 away to qualify The Ghana National Beach Soccer Team, Black Sharks, has booked a spot at the 2024 Africa Beach Soccer Cup of Nations (AFCON), to be held in Egypt. In a dazzling display of skill and determination, the Black Sharks clinched their qualification with a resounding 5-2 victory over Ivory […] The post Black Sharks book

The Korean Ambassador’s Taekwondo Championship Cup has successfully identified and nurtured young taekwondo talents for the nation. The tournament, organised by the Korean Embassy in collaboration with the Ghana Taekwondo Federation, aimed to promote the sport and provide a platform for Ghanaian youths to showcase their skills. This initiative is part of the Korean Government’s […] The post

By Kwaku APPIAH-ADU (PhD) & Derrydean DADZIE The digital economy is an exciting topic, and there is no doubt about it. Even more so is the glut of technological advancements that we are introduced to daily, all of them promising a vastly different world than the one we live in today. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and […] The post Public sector data-driven

By Lawrence DANIELS (ACIIG) Evolving at a break-neck pace due to strong competition and new policyholders’ needs, it becomes crucial to revise or update the insurance policy text or documents. In this regard, insurance companies need to update their policy documents to these current trends to remain relevant in the market. Here are some   suggested […] The post Revision

By Samuel Lartey(Prof) [email protected] The 2024 Mid-Year Budget Review, presented by Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, MP, Minister for Finance, addresses the challenges and opportunities facing Ghana’s economy while outlining several key initiatives aimed at improving the lives of ordinary Ghanaians. This review highlights the government’s commitment to fiscal consolidation, economic growth, and social protection. This […] The post

By Dr. Winfred KWASI DODZIH (Dr) Introduction The ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme has long been a vital instrument for facilitating seamless cross-border travel and trade within the ECOWAS region. As the world moves towards greater digitization, the ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme Secretariat is incorporating advanced technologies and virtual systems to enhance policy administration […] The post

Republic Investment has expressed optimism for growth opportunities in 2024, following mixed results across its various funds for the 2023 financial year. The company’s CEO, Madeline Nettey, provided insights into the performance and strategy during the recent annual general meeting. The Republic Wealth Trust demonstrated resilience in a challenging economic environment, growing its net fund […] The post

As Ghana strives to achieve the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), microfinance and micro insurance institutions have become indispensable in making a participatory economic growth and reduction of poverty possible. These institutions are central in financial inclusion, capacity building through entrepreneurship promotion as well as fostering resilience within vulnerable populations by extending credit to […] The post

Advans Ghana Savings and Loans, a leading savings and loans company, has planted over 1,500 seedlings in Accra and Tamale as part of its corporate social responsibility and commitment to environmental sustainability. Themed ‘Greening Ghana: growing for a greener tomorrow’, the initiative involved management, staff, clients, volunteers from host communities and the Forestry Commission. Together, […] The post

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi An expert in telecommunication engineering, Professor Jerry John Kponyo, has emphasised the country’s need to strategically position itself to maximise the benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) while minimising its negative impacts. Speaking at the Ghana Data Science Summit held at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Kumasi, Prof. […] The post

The  Krutham Africa Impact Investment Awards has named CEO of Impact Investing Ghana (IIGh), Amma Lartey, the 2024 Outstanding Individual Achievement of the Year awardee, celebrating her contribution to the growth of the Impact Investment ecosystem in Africa at the recent Africa Impact Summit 2024 held in Nairobi, Kenya. Krutham – formerly Intellidex – is […] The post

Priority Insurance Company Ltd has been honored with the prestigious Motor Insurance Brand of the Year award at the Ghana Corporate Brands Awards 2024. The award was based on a rigorous evaluation process considering factors such as Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), brand consistency, innovation and technology adoption, brand appeal and goodwill, leadership and governance, product/service […] The post

By Kizito CUDJOE The country’s renewable energy prospects for 2030 have been boosted by the inauguration of a US$17million solar rooftop project, said to be Africa’s largest solar rooftop project, at the Free Zones Enclave in Tema. The 16.8-megawatt (MW) peak installation by LMI Holdings Limited is set to enhance renewable energy capacity, contributing to […] The post US$17m

The Robotics team of Vine Christian High School (VCHS) has emerged victorious at the Pan African Robotics Competition held on Sunday, 28 July, 2024 in Dakar, Senegal. This prestigious competition, which draws top high school robotics teams from across the continent, witnessed the VCHS team securing first place with their innovative design and exceptional performance. […] The post

Parliament passed the Ghana Shippers’ Authority Bill, 2024, into law yesterday, Monday, 29th July 2024 folllowing its successful 3rd reading on the floor of the House. Among others, the law which amends its 50 years old establishment law, NRCD 254 (1974) will regulate commercial activities of shippers, and will primarily address the issue of unfair […] The post Parliament