Broadspectrum Limited, a renowned Ghanaian information technology (IT) service provider, has been adjudged “Best Indigenous I.T. Service Company” at the Africa Best Business Awards, held on October 26, 2024, in Accra. The award recognizes the company’s commitment to delivering high-quality, locally tailored IT solutions that address regional and global demands. Known for its pioneering work […] The post

Broadspectrum Limited, a renowned Ghanaian IT service provider, has achieved a significant milestone by being awarded the “Best Indigenous I.T. Service Company” at the Africa Best Business Awards, held on October 26, 2024, at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra. This prestigious event united key players and visionaries across multiple industries to celebrate excellence and […] The post

By Kodwo Brumpon As the world degenerates into relativism, it is becoming clearer to a lot more individuals that no matter one’s beliefs or ideology, what is important is that the right arm needs the left to wash it and vice versa. This is understandable because from the very beginning, life was plugged into our […] The post A

The Water Citizens Network and Revenue Mobilisation Africa have called for action against the devastating impact of illegal mining and corporate exploitation on Ghana’s environment and communities. Marking the Week Against Water Privatisation, the two organizations condemned the environmental degradation caused by illegal mining, known locally as “galamsey,” as well as the broader impact of […] The post

 By Sadat LAMINU For those who grew up in the 1990s, around the politics of the day and the economy, buzzwords like global warming, climate change, and the ozone layer – even chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) – began popping up. Today, the global spotlight shines even brighter on climate action. In Ghana, we find ourselves at a […] The post Why

By Kofi Anokye OWUSU-DARKO Aspire 24 is a bold and forward-thinking initiative to be introduced by the NDC, designed to reshape Ghana’s socio-economic landscape by focusing on several key thematic areas: Mindset and Work Ethic Transformation, Digital Intelligence Skills Development, Multilingual Competence Development, Vocational and Technical Skills for Key Sectors, Workforce Skills Upscaling, and Business […] The post

By  Isaac ANKRAH (Dr)  Africa’s development aspirations are unmistakably clear: industrialize, create jobs, and enhance its position in the global value chain. Yet, the path to rapid industrialization has often faced significant hurdles, marred by environmental degradation and a continued reliance on fossil fuels. To make matters worse, green technology investments have been slow to […] The post

Rock City Hotel, one of Ghana’s prestigious hotels recently organised a successful breast cancer screening and blood donation event, drawing a diverse crowd of participants eager to make a difference in both cancer awareness and blood donation efforts. The event, held at the Mpraeso Lorry Station was a collaborative effort involving health professionals from the […] The post

By Buertey Francis BORYOR  MTN Ghana Foundation, in collaboration with Holland Greentech Ghana, marked this year’s International Day of Rural Women (IDRW) with some female farmers in the Greater Accra Region. Celebrated on 15th October every year, the IDRW aims to acknowledge the critical role and contribution of rural women including- Indigenous women, in enhancing […] The post

In an era where technology increasingly shapes education and communication, many students in underserved areas remain without access to these advancements. Recognizing this gap, the Rotary Club of Accra-SpeakMasters, in collaboration with the Rotary Clubs of Weija-West and Winneba, launched the Tech Experience Project in Agona Abodom, located in Ghana’s Agona West Municipality. With Afrilogic […] The post

Guzakuza, a leading force in empowering women in agribusiness across Africa, has announced an exciting lineup of activities leading up to the much-anticipated 2024 African Women in Agribusiness Awards. Set to take place on November 2, 2024, at the Tomreik Hotel in East Legon, this year’s awards will celebrate excellence in 23 diverse categories, recognising […] The post

Jumia, the leading e-commerce platform in Ghana, today announced the launch of a new integrated warehouse and logistics network facility in Tema. The facility marks a significant investment in Ghana’s e-commerce ecosystem and comes just in time for Black Friday, the biggest shopping campaign of the year that will run from November 1st to 30th, […] The post

While Finance Minister Mohammed Amin Adam has criticised the management of Sunon Asogli Power Plant Limited for acting in “bad faith” by shutting down its production plant over Electricity Company of Ghana’s (ECG) unpaid debt, the Institute for Energy Securities warns of an extended version of power fluctuation or ‘dumsor’ if care is not taken. […] The post Editorial:

As the holiday season approaches, government has expressed confidence in the cedi’s ability to withstand increased forex demand. During a media briefing in Washington, D.C., Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam gave this assurance – noting recent efforts to bolster the nation’s foreign currency reserves and secure international financial support to ease pressure on the […] The post

Mr Musah Abdallah, Head of Corporate and Investment Banking at Stanbic Bank Ghana, has reiterated the bank’s commitment to driving the growth of the country’s growth as the economy begins to show signs of recovery. Musah Abdallah mentioned this at a special event organized for the bank’s corporate clients at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in […] The post Our

The Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), Osafohene Dr. Afua Asabea Asare I, has emphasised the transformative role coconut is playing in job creation along coastal communities in the country, describing it as a vital pathway to a sustainable livelihood. Speaking at the fourth International Coconut Festival Ghana (ICFG) held in Accra, […] The post

By Kizito CUDJOE Ghana’s mining sector saw a troubling surge in accidents last year, with fatalities spiking by 600 percent, raising serious concerns about safety within the industry. In 2023, seven workers lost their lives, up from just one fatality recorded the previous year. According to the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of […] The post Mining fatalities soar

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM The domestic forestry sector is grappling with excessive timber-trafficking, leading to an estimated revenue loss of US$200million annually. Timber trafficking takes place when loggers harvest and transport timber without complying with the country’s forestry regulations, dodging taxes, royalties and fees that should boost government revenues. This situation threatens both the timber […] The post

CalBank PLC has reported an impressive financial results for the third quarter of 2024, demonstrating significant growth and solidifying its turnaround strategy. The bank in a statement  reported a profit-after-tax of GH¢223.9 million, reflecting a 26.1 percent increase compared to the same period last year, and a 41.8 percent rise over the first half of […] The post CalBank

… as Sunon Asogli demands US$60m of US$259m to fire-up plant Businesses and households should brace themselves for a potential new wave of extended intermittent power outages, as one of the country’s largest electricity producers – Sunon Asogli – has suspended operations, the Institute for Energy Studies (IES) has warned. “In case you are experiencing […] The post Extended