By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Managing Director (MD) of GCB Bank PLC, Farihan Alhassan has paid a courtesy call on the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu at his residence in Accra. The visit was to formally introduce the newly appointed MD to the revered spiritual leader, foster goodwill and highlight the Bank’s unwavering […] The post GCB Bank MD calls on Chief Imam appeared first on

By Frederick OFORI-MENSAH Ghana, traditionally celebrated for its cocoa exports, has a rich history of coffee cultivation that has experienced significant fluctuations over the centuries. In recent years, there has been a renewed interest in revitalizing the coffee sector, positioning it as a potential major export crop. This article explores the historical context of coffee […] The post Charting

In an exciting moment of fortune, Mr. Umaru Mensah has been crowned the grand prize winner of Super Raffle Ghana’s latest draw, driving home a brand-new Geely Coolray car. The highly anticipated award ceremony, held on February 13, 2025, in Accra, marks another milestone in Super Raffle Ghana’s mission to transform lives and create life- […] The post Umaru Mensah Wins

Having worked as a built environment and real estate professional gathering data and attending industry conferences, summits, workshops et cetera, I have had access to several platforms where issues that bother on the built environment were discussed, key among which were the housing and infrastructure crises we face as a country. Quite interesting however, the […] The post Controlling

Kosmos Energy Ghana (KEG), a leading deepwater exploration and production company has handed over a well-equipped newly built school clinic to Senya Senior High School in the Awutu Senya District of the Central Region. The facility is expected to benefit more than 1,540 students and 110 teaching and none teaching staff of the school. The […] The post Kosmos Energy hands over school clinic

By  Ben TAGOE The Internet of Things (IoT) has changed how we use technology by linking gadgets and systems together to make them more efficient and easy to use across many systems. The Internet of Things (IoT) is a network of physical objects that are linked together and can talk to each other and share […] The post The Internet of Things appeared first on The Business &

By Dela Yao SESHIE The recent announcement by the United States to withdraw USAID grants from Ghana has sent waves through the nation’s non-governmental organization (NGO) sector. For decades, USAID has been a cornerstone of financial support for numerous initiatives across health, education, agriculture, and governance. The sudden cessation of this funding presents significant challenges, […] The post Navigating

By David Alemzero (PhD) The paper examines fiscal consolidation in Ghana, comparing redistributionist (demand-side) and growthist (supply-side) approaches. Drawing on the Laffer Curve and U.S. economic history, it argues that growthist policies, emphasizing tax cuts, deregulation, and privatization, are more effective for sustainable economic growth. Ghana’s past growth-oriented policies under leaders like Rawlings and Kufuor […] The post The

The Acting Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo Esq., has embarked on a tour of fuel installations in the country to apprise himself of their operations. The visits are to give him first-hand information about the ongoing work, prospects, and challenges with the view to offering the needed regulatory […] The post NPA boss tours fuel installations

By Dr Godwin GADUGA In a world of complexity and change, managers and leaders are asked to tackle a much greater diversity of problems. They have to continue to ensure that organizational processes are efficient and that they are served by the latest development in technology. However, this is hardly enough to stay ahead of […] The post The interplay of system

By Joana ABBIW In Episode 3, we confronted a pressing challenge: bridging the digital divide. We explored how to make tech education truly inclusive by addressing affordability, early digital literacy, gender disparity, community-based tech access, and private-sector involvement. But as we work to ensure equal access to tech skills, another urgent question emerges: Are we […] The post Episode

By Seade CAESAR Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) catalyses economic development, enabling capital inflows, job creation, and technological transfer. Over the past decade, Saudi Arabia has emerged as a key investor in Africa, demonstrating a strategic commitment to deepening economic ties with the continent. As one of Africa’s most stable and rapidly growing economies, Ghana has […] The post Saudi

By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO Deutsche Gesellschaft für internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH has hosted a masterclass training on climate change reporting for over 20 journalists in Accra. Under the theme ‘Enhancing the Capacity of Journalists on Climate Change’, the training forms part of the 2025 World Radio Day celebration which aims to enhance the knowledge of […] The post GIZ

By Kizito CUDJOE Former Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Karaga, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, says recent policy decisions by the Trump Administration may pose challenges to Ghana’s development but also present opportunities the country can capitalise on. “The reinstatement of Trump Administration policies, including freezing funds to USAID, imposing tariffs on major trading […] The post Economy

PBy Rod JIMENEZ Ghana stands at the face of a great transformation. A nation of promise, with a rich history and boundless potential, now finds itself at a crossroads. The choices made today by the new government will determine whether Ghana emerges as a shining beacon of investment and prosperity for years to come or […] The post A defining moment appeared first on The Business

PBy Rod JIMENEZ Ghana stands at the face of a great transformation. A nation of promise, with a rich history and boundless potential, now finds itself at a crossroads. The choices made today by the new government will determine whether Ghana emerges as a shining beacon of investment and prosperity for years to come or […] The post Ghana’s defining moment appeared first on The

Dahlia Khalifa, IFC’s Regional Director for Central Africa and Anglophone West Africa, is optimistic about Ghana’s economic prospects, highlighting the country’s resilience and economic potential in an interview with B&FT. Consequently, she emphasised the IFC’s commitment to supporting private-sector growth despite recent macroeconomic challenges. Job creation and economic transformation rather than just investment volumes measure […] The post Editorial:

It goes without saying that the mining sector is essential to the country’s economy, contributing significantly to government revenue through corporate and employee taxes, royalties and dividends. In 2022, the sector generated approximately GH¢6.4billion in direct domestic tax receipts – making up about 16.6 percent of the country’s total tax revenue. In addition, mining operations […] The post Editorial:

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU and Ebenezer Chike Adjei Njoku Investors are scrambling to secure attractive returns on Treasury bills (T-bills) as government rejects a record GH¢8.2billion in bids to drive interest rates lower. At the latest auction, total bids surged to GH¢17.7 billion – the highest in months – yet only GH¢9.4billion was accepted, signalling […] The post Investors

… as global oil costs drop but currency pressures persist A News Desk Story Motorists and businesses dependent on petroleum products are likely to see a reprieve in liquid fuel prices from the middle of February 2025, on account of global cost reductions. The price fall is however likely to be tempered by depreciation of […] The post Fuel prices to ease marginally – IES appeared first on The