This declaration of national action against lead poisoning, upon convening on 24th August 2023, is pronounced by Blacksmith Initiative/Pure Earth Ghana, UNICEF, and the Ghana Health Service WHEREAS lead is a toxic heavy metal that can cause irreversible harm to children’s development, primarily their intellectual potential and behavior; There is no known safe blood lead […] The post
By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH The United States government hosted trade ministers from sub-Saharan Africa for the annual African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Forum from July 24 to 26. Historically since its (AGOA) launch in 2000, this important corporate event takes place alternately in Washington or in an African city each year. Last year, it […] The post U.S.-Africa
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has inaugurated the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) operational headquarters christened “GNPC Energy House” in Takoradi. The facility, is in fulfillment of the President’s promise he made during the 2016 election campaign. Four years ago, a sod cutting ceremony was held and within four years, […] The post
Contribution of Gold Small-Scale Mining Sector The small-scale mining sector contributes approximately 35% of all gold produced in Ghana. The sector has seen significant growth over the past two decades due to increased participation across the length and breadth of the country. Artisanal mining currently employs at least 1.5 million people directly and indirectly. Environmental […] The post
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Electricity Company of Ghana Ltd. (ECG) signed 50 contracts worth US$145million to procure 862,750 meters between 2016 and 2021 without adhering to the Public Procurement Act (PPA), an Auditor-General’s report has shown. The performance audit on management of meters revealed that the utility company bypassed […] The post
The Bank of Africa (BOA)-Ghana, in partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, focused on the private sector in emerging markets, has launched an innovative project to train about 1000 Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) across Ghana, with a special focus on women-led businesses. The collaboration between BOA, […] The post
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The stock market’s rally is expected to maintain its momentum through the end of 2024, with Databank, a leading brokerage firm, significantly revising its initial projections. The Ghana Stock Exchange Composite Index (GSE-CI) – primary measure of the equities market’s performance – is now forecast to […] The post GSE
with GH¢2.8bn Qwikloan disbursements sets sights on further expansion with 3Q24 GH¢100m bond issuance Letshego, a financial services provider specialising in micro loans, has announced strong financial results for the first half of 2024, demonstrating resilience in the face of challenging macroeconomic conditions. The company reported a 223 percent increase in profits before tax compared […] The post Letshego
Isidore Kpotufe, the visionary CEO of Rivia Clinics, has been named the Most Outstanding CEO in the Start-Up Business category at the 2024 Ghana CEO Awards. This esteemed recognition underscores Kpotufe’s exceptional leadership and Rivia Clinics’ rapid ascent in Ghana’s healthcare landscape. Held at the Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel, the awards ceremony celebrated Ghana’s top […] The post
GUTA, AGI hopeful of fairness and tackling excessive charges By Mohammed AWAL Major trade associations in the country have expressed confidence that the newly passed Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) law will address the recurrent challenges of unfair and excessive charges that have burdened traders using Ghana’s sea and airports for years. The GSA has been […] The post
In a groundbreaking event held last week at Nsuaem in the Central Region, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo unveiled the Aquaculture for Food and Jobs Programme. This initiative is a testament to the government’s commitment to sustainable development, food security, and job creation. It marks a significant milestone in the nation’s agricultural sector, aiming to […] The post Aquaculture
Inveteck Global, a cybersecurity firm licensed by the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) is intensifying its training programmes in the country to address the growing demand for skilled professionals in the country’s rapidly digitalising economy. Between January and June last year, businesses in the country recorded GH¢49.5 million in direct financial losses through cyber fraud activities, […] The post
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