The recent software update failure at CrowdStrike, which led to widespread disruptions, serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for robust incident response (IR) mechanisms. For the board of an organization, investing in incident response is not just a technical necessity but a strategic imperative. Here’s why: Protection of Business Continuity Rapid mitigation: […] The post

By Bernard Kelvin CLIVE Today, I want to share some lessons I learned regarding the power of consistency. It’s not just about the often-repeated mantra of “be consistent,” but about recognizing the deeper impact of consistency on our brands and businesses. Whether you’re an MSME or looking to grow your brand, consistency is imperative. Early […] The post The

Balancing self-care with professional growth is not just a necessity but an art that leads to a more fulfilling and productive life. This article delves into how self-care can fuel professional success and offers practical strategies for achieving this balance. By understanding the interplay between personal well-being and career aspirations, individuals can unlock their full […] The post

Wilmar Africa LTD, a subsidiary of Wilmar International, headquartered in Singapore was recognized with three awards at the 4th edition of National Governance and Business Leadership Awards (NGBLA) 2024 held on Saturday, July 27, 2024 in Accra, for their outstanding contributions within the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMGC) industry. The NGBLA is a C-level high […] The post

By Eric Osiakwan Since producers of the annual Angel Fair Africa (AFA) announced the hosting of the 11th Angel Fair Africa (aka AFA@11) in Nairobi, Kenya on 13th June 2024[1], the country has been subjected to aggressive anti-tax demonstrations, that has called into question our resolve on Kenya[2]. On 25th June, the first demonstration was […] The post Kenya never wastes a crisis

The Affirmative Action (Gender Equality) Bill 2024 represents a landmark legislative effort in Ghana’s ongoing journey towards achieving gender parity across all sectors of society. This bill, recently passed by the Ghanaian Parliament, seeks to address the historical and systemic gender imbalances that have long permeated the nation’s political, social, economic, and cultural landscapes. Here […] The post

…the power to transform and the drive to unlocking employee potential for optimum performance People want purpose and meaning from their work and they want to be known for what makes them unique as well. As the saying goes, what gets recognized, gets repeated drives employee engagement. As organizations continue to adapt to the new […] The post Discovery

To inspire the next generation of agricultural entrepreneurs with work -readiness skills, the Kosmos Innovation Center (KIC) and the Mastercard Foundation have extended the Young Agripreneurs Forum (YAF) to six additional institutions. These orientations aim to establish YAF chapters on their campuses, fostering a mindset shift towards agriculture and encouraging more young people to engage […] The post

By Harold Kwabena FEARON In the not-so-distant past, banking often meant enduring long queues, paperwork, and rigid operating hours just to perform basic transactions like transferring money or checking balances. Today, however, the digital revolution has fundamentally reshaped our relationship with banking. Armed with nothing more than a connected smartphone or computer, individuals can effortlessly […] The post

Yango Group, a global tech company that creates daily services, launches Yango Education programme in Ghana. This initiative aims to offer all Ghanaians aged 18 and above who have completed basic education  free access to online introductory data analytics courses. This comes at a time when technology is at the heart of almost every human […] The post

The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) marks this year’s Founders’ Day with pride, commemorating a significant milestone in Ghana’s transportation history: 50 years of driving on the right-hand side of the road. In a press release, the NRSA states: “On August 4, 1974, Ghana made a historic switch from left-hand to right-hand driving, aligning with […] The post

… as GHA calls for urgent measures The Head of the Coastal Engineering Division of the Ghana Hydrological Authority (GHA), Ing. Yiadom Boakye Akoto, has attributed the increasing nature of high sea level and coastal erosion to climate change. Over recent years, the country has had a series of coastal erosions along the coast, especially […] The post Two-thirds of

The Electricity Company of Ghana Ltd. (ECG) is guilty of not adhering to the Public Procurement Act (PPA), according to an Auditor-General’s report. ECG signed 50 contracts worth US$145million to procure 862,750 meters between 2016 and 2021 without adhering to the Public Procurement Act (PPA). A performance audit on management of meters revealed that the […] The post Editorial:

A PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) survey suggests that 43 percent of family businesses and firms in the country do not have succession plans in place, with just about 12 percent of the total making it as a third generation business. Although succession planning in private and family businesses is a critical process that ensures continuity and sustainability […] The post

Calls have been made for the tightening of mitigating measures that check the canker of stowaway that has begun to emerge again in the West African sub region. According to the Deputy Port Security Manager, Isaac Kofi Adu, although the Port of Tema continues to record zero stowaway embarkations, the port has become the destination […] The post Nigerian

Dr. Kweku Arthur-Annobil, Business Strategy Manager of Business and Commercial Banking at Stanbic Bank Ghana, has urged Ghanaian banks to find innovative ways to support women-led businesses, especially in the face of current economic challenges. Dr. Arthur-Annobil said this during a multi-stakeholder engagement on enabling resilient women-led businesses in Ghana. Speaking on a panel discussion […] The post

A new US$14m, 8,000-ton cold storage facility has been built and commissioned in Tema, adding to the country’s growing asset base when it comes to modern and safe preservation of fish. Owned by Pioneer Food Cannery, a subsidiary of the Thai Union Group and producers of the Star Kist Brand, this cold store is fully […] The post  Pioneer Food

Three more education-sector labour unions have announced their intention to embark on strike in the absence of any urgent intervention to address their concerns. The Senior Staff Association – Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Federation of Senior Staff Association of Ghana (FUSSAG), and the Teachers and Educational Workers Union of Trade Union Congress (TEWU-TUC) have […] The post

By Bob MANTEAW (PhD) Ghana’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and the Global Goals remain critical policy ambitions guiding the pursuit of national sustainable development and climate change aspirations. These ambitions also advocate for inclusivity and participatory processes that allow broader engagement of diverse actors from different sectors and constituencies to ensure efficiency and broader reach. […] The post

To foster the achievement of the policy objectives of the Education Strategic Plan 2018-2030 and key education Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) targets by 2030, civil society organisations (CSOs) have outlined key areas that political parties’ manifestoes must tackle, including spending efficiency, quality and increased funding on the basic level. The CSOs, including the Africa Education […] The post