Ghana’s finest business mogul and the Board Chairman of the renowned Asante Akyem Rural Bank, Henry Atta- Owusu Serbeh has been honoured at the 8th Ghana Corporate Hall of Fame 2024. He was honoured for his outstanding contributions towards building the banking sector at the just-ended 8th edition of the Corporate Ghana Hall of Fame […] The post Henry

By Mohamed A. EL-ERIAN To the extent that financial historians ever refer back to August 2024, I suspect it will be for the craziness of the first three days of the month, when equity prices tumbled as investors’ dumped their darling stocks and sent the VIX (Wall Street’s “fear index”) soaring to levels not seen […] The post Analytical volatility is

Revolutionizing the workplace one Algorithm at a time It is fascinating how today’s business landscape is rapidly evolving.  Smart organizations are continually seeking innovative ways to enhance efficiency, productivity, and employee satisfaction. And there is no doubt that one of the most transformative tools at their disposal today is Artificial Intelligence (AI). From streamlining recruitment […] The post

Black Stars Head Coach Otto Addo has announced a 26-man squad for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Angola and Niger which take place during this international break. The Black Stars will face Angola at the Baba Yara Stadium on September 5 before travelling to take on Niger on September 9, 2024. B&FT […] The post Review

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has organised a technical training course for referees and assistants at the Ghanaman Soccer Center of Excellence (GSCE) in Prampram, to enlighten them on new standards and updated regulations ahead of the upcoming Ghana Premier League (GPL) season. The intensive course, which ran from August 29, 2024, to September 1, […] The post 61

Even though the local unit’s volatility is a source of major concern to many, government remains optimistic about the cedi’s stability. At the Monthly Press Briefing on the Economy last week, Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam outlined several factors expected to bolster the country’s foreign exchange (FX) reserves and stabilise the currency. For starters, […] The post

While the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has been tasked to meet ambitious revenue targets as part of its domestic revenue mobilisation efforts, it is ironic to hear the Chief Executive Officer-Ghana Investment Promotion Authority (GIPC), Yofi Grant, complain about the negative impact of tax harassment on foreign investors. The GIPC CEO raised concerns about harassment […] The post

By Appiah Kusi ADOMAKO, Esq “People of the same trade seldom meet together, but the conversation ends in a conspiracy against the public, or in some contrivance to raise prices.”-Adams Smith About a month ago, I purchased a 55-inch TV from a shop in Accra. Before finalizing the sale, the shop attendant opened the box […] The post Are consumers

By Kingsley Larbi (Rev. Prof.) In the pursuit of success, many often overlook the essential role that knowledge and education play in shaping one’s destiny. Chapter 12 of Rev. Prof. E.K. Larbi’s book Born to Win is a testament to the power of education, perseverance, and faith in overcoming life’s challenges. Titled “Knowledge is Power,” […] The post Empowering

In Cybersecurity, the term dumpster diving involves sifting through waste, whether physical trash bins or digital remnants, to extract confidential information. This information can range from discarded documents, old hardware, and software remnants to seemingly innocuous items like sticky notes or misprinted papers. Attackers exploit the carelessness with which many people and organizations dispose of […] The post

By Samuel SAM The Savannah Women Integrated Development Agency (SWIDA-GH) recently organised a two-day job and career fair aimed at empowering female entrepreneurs and job seekers in the Northern Region. The event, dubbed ‘Building your foundation for employment’, sought to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to secure employment and prepare for job […] The post

By Maxwell Kpebesaan KUU-IRE Corruption is a global scourge, wreaking havoc and negating progressive efforts toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Some observe that corruption exacerbates illicit financial flows. All sectors of our society are not spared the influence of corruption,  including even the church of God which is supposed to be the citadel of […] The post

…Opening opportunities for travellers to reach nearly 1,700 global cities beyond its network In the past year, Emirates has doubled the number of cities it offers beyond its own network, unlocking travel opportunities to nearly 1,700 additional cities. This has enabled an average of over 61,000 passengers to seamlessly connect on the shared networks of […] The post Emirates

Renowned Chief Executive Officer ( CEO) of the St. John’s Hospital and Fertility Centre, Dr Maame Yaa Afriye has been crowned Ghana’s Most Outstanding Female in Healthcare and Administrative Excellence. This was at the just-ended 8th edition of the Corporate Ghana Hall of Fame Awards 2024 held at the the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel […] The post

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi The European Union (EU), in partnership with France, has extended support to the Ghana Energy Commission in developing draft regulations for Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations and battery-swap systems. The  regulations aim to address several critical issues, including the need for clear and accessible information for electric vehicle users about charging […] The post

… with some contemplating legal action By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected] Malcontent is brewing as a growing number of prepaid customers of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCO) are reporting alarming discrepancies in their meter readings, with many suddenly finding themselves saddled with substantial negative balances. This development […] The post

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) is on track to increase its Assets Under Management (AUM) to over US$3 billion by December 2026, its Board Chairman, Professor Douglas Boateng has said. This projection comes on the heels of MIIF’s stellar performance in 2023, which saw the fund double its profits […] The post With

By Buertey Francis BORYOR Bui Power Authority (BPA) achieved notable progress in its operational performance in 2023, despite the obstacles brought about by the global economic downturn. BPA reported a net profit of US$80.64million, surpassing the budgeted US$28.37million. This positive variance of 184.24 percent can be attributed to the non-occurrence of certain budgeted general and […] The post

Flights to Accra will operate for the first time since 2013 Daily service to commence in May 2025 Flights will operate on a mix of Airbus A330s and A339neos Virgin Atlantic is returning to Ghana, as the airline is set to relaunch its services between Accra and London Heathrow.  For the first time since 2013, […] The post Virgin

posts 156% growth in profit pays 40% of profit available for distribution as dividend By Seth KRAMPAH, Fomena The Adansi Rural Bank PLC at Fomena in the Adansi North District of Ashanti Region has held its 34th Annual General Meeting of shareholders and posted another impressive growth in all financial indicators for the 2023 year […] The post Adansi Rural Bank holds 34th AGM