In a time when economic challenges loom large over Ghana, one visionary leader believes that the key to the nation’s revival lies in empowering the private sector. Yakubu Abdulrahman Seidu, Partner and Director for Sales and Marketing at Sani Group, is not just a business leader; he is a passionate advocate for the transformative power […] The post

Channel One TV and Citi FM are thrilled to announce the return of “This Is Ghana,” the biggest annual trade exhibition celebrating Ghanaian-made goods and services. The 5th edition of this dynamic event is set to take place on August 31 and September 1, 2024, at the forecourt of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly. This year’s […] The post Excitement

In the modern corporate landscape, Human Resource (HR) consulting has emerged as a critical service, offering a range of solutions to businesses of all sizes. HR consultant, with their expertise and strategic insights, become more than just advisors; they become trusted allies and friends to organizations navigating the complexities of workforce management. The HR Consultant […] The post

By Dela Herman AGBO Guinness Ghana Breweries Limited (GGBL), a subsidiary of the global beverage giant Diageo PLC, has delivered an impressive performance on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) in 2024. With a significant year-to-date (YTD) return of 38.24%, GGBL’s stock price has surged from GH¢ 3.40 in January to GH¢ 4.70 as of July […] The post What’s driving GGBL’s

To forgive …Service failure, social capital, and customer forgiveness By J. N. Halm Anyone who has walked even just a few days on God’s green earth will know that things do not always go according to plan. Even the best of plans fail occasionally. It is just the way things are. And when things go […] The post To forgive: Service failure, social

Telecel Ghana’s life-changing More Money Promo continues to transform lives nationwide, as Prilla Kyerewaa, a 22-year-old supervisor and a recent high school graduate, grabs a whopping GH¢30,000 in the weekly draw. Prilla, who works at a maternity shop in Accra, is the first female to claim the GH¢30,000 weekly prize in the Telecel More Money […] The post First

In a significant move towards empowering young women farmers under the Harnessing Agricultural Production and Productivity for Youth (HAPPY) programme, Newage Agric Solutions Ltd trained its first batch of Spray Service Providers (SSPs) to assist young women farmers by rendering spraying services to them. The training, which took place at Asutuare, is the first to […] The post

As the inflation rate continues to decline, the suspended 15 percent value-added tax (VAT) on electricity could be reintroduced. In its July 2024 Country Staff Report, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) noted the willingness of local officials to reinstate the tax once inflation eases. On page 10 of the report, the IMF said: on the […] The post Editorial:

Government is being urged to prioritise maximising revenue from its natural resources as a key strategy to address the country’s ongoing economic challenges. The recommendation comes amid concerns over missed revenue targets and economic fragility. A Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS), Dr. Said Boakye, in a recent policy brief highlighted […] The post

Hello, my name is Dede Nyansapo. I am an entrepreneur who also participates in Accra’s burgeoning gig economy as a Dede. My love for meeting fascinating people and my curiosity about how they think usually places me in the midst of some very entertaining conversations. Invariably, these conversations lead to some key learnings that may […] The post Dede

By Bernard Kelvin CLIVE “A referred brand is a preferred brand; and a preferred brand is a referred brand.”  ? Bernard Kelvin Clive Today, I want to discuss the handling of business referrals, along with the pros and cons, and how to approach them effectively. Many businesses, particularly MSMEs, thrive on referrals. In my experience […] The post Personal

…implications for economy, society, and politics By Samuel Lartey(Prof) [email protected] As Ghana approaches its 2024 general elections, two dominant campaign promises have emerged from the political landscape: the establishment of a 24-hour economy and the advancement of a digital economy. Both concepts aim to address the country’s current economic challenges, enhance social inclusion, and reform […] The post

– my fond memories   “Wisdom…. comes not from age, but from education and learning” Anton Chekhov  The Impact Makers- The Northern Zone Risk is found everywhere in life, in the office, market, home, church, etc. This week the Risk Watch looks at my journey of training bank staff about customer experience and creating the […] The post

… Key to economic prosperity? By Solberg Horve MISHIWO Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) are major economic growth drivers in developed and developing nations (The Business and Financial Times, 2024). These enterprises are vital to Ghana’s rising economy, contributing to employment and Gross domestic product (GDP). Despite limited statistics on their growth and development, 92% […] The post

By Fawan Issa IDDI Ghana’s petroleum sector, once hailed as a great pillar of economic promise following significant discoveries like the Jubilee field in 2007, is now at a crossroads. Despite its potential, the sector has witnessed a worrying exodus of international oil companies (IOCs) and a stark reduction in exploration and production activities. According […] The post

The domestic venture capital and private equity (VC/PE) sector is witnessing a resurgence of interest from local investors, driven primarily by increasing confidence and a collaborative approach championed by the Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF). This renewed interest is particularly evident among pension funds, which are now recognising the VC/PE asset class’s potential after years […] The post

To start with, tax planning is the analysis and arrangement of a business’s or an individual’s financial affairs to minimize tax liabilities and minimize tax benefits. Taxes include income tax, VAT, excise duties and various other levies imposed on businesses and individuals. That said, tax planning entails a number of strategies aimed at managing tax […] The post Ethical

By TONG Defa Last month, the Third Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party of China was successfully held in Beijing. The Plenum draws up a blueprint for further deepening reform comprehensively to advance Chinese modernization, brings stability to the turbulent world and increases momentum to promoting a human community with […] The post A

Samsung Electronics has announced the availability of Circle to Search with Google for select Galaxy A series, furthering the democratization of mobile AI to even more devices in the Galaxy ecosystem. This enhancement underscores Samsung and Google’s continuous dedication to providing the best of mobile technology to as many users as possible. Following Circle to […] The post

A total of 5,700 SMEs across the country have been impacted by Absa Bank’s Young Africa Works Project. The programme, in collaboration with the Mastercard Foundation, has seen over GH¢1.1 billion invested in these SMEs, including smallholder farmers. During a recent tour of funded project sites within the Accra enclave, beneficiaries discussed the impact the […] The post