By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO John Dramani Mahama has directed authorities to declare culprits of the National Service Scheme (NSS) ghost-name scandal wanted, as some of them are believed to have left the country following investigations by the Fourth Estate. Additionally, he has asked that their assests be frozen until investigations are completed. President Mahama gave […] The post Mahama

By Elsa OWUSU GhanaPay Mobile Money service was introduced in June 2022 by the Ghana Association of Banks in collaboration with GhIPSS. This collaboration means that customers can register for GhanaPay Mobile Money and decide which financial institution they wish to own a wallet with. Essentially, GhanaPay Mobile Money gives customers the opportunity to have […] The post GhIPSS

Ghanaian entrepreneur based in the United States of America, Moses Akurugu Ade-Ena, has been nominated to participate in this year’s Entrepreneur of Impact Competition. His participation could lead to significant rewards, including a feature in Forbes Magazine and a $25,000 prize for his startup, Reshscore. Apart from the cash prize and a feature in Forbes […] The post America-based

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH Amid rapidly-growing uncertainty and challenges, the historic mid-February election of the African Union Commission’s chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, during the extraordinary summit in Addis Ababa, signifies the collective commitment to fostering continental unity, coordinate multifaceted development and economic growth for Africa. Beyond that, within the context of geopolitics, to position Africa […] The post Unlocking

…but real trade deficit persists By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) The country recorded a significant trade surplus of GH?44.7 billion in 2024, an eight-fold increase from the GH?5.3billion excess of 2023, according to the latest trade report. The report, presented by Government Statistician Prof. Samuel Kobina Annim, noted that the surge was driven by strong export […] The post Trade

By Josephine Odjidja(Dr) In a recent publication, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) announced the admission of 50,895 new students for its 2024/25 academic year. It is encouraging that the youth are striving to obtain tertiary education to develop their careers and contribute to the development of the country. However, it is deeply […] The post Massification of university

By Justice OFFEI Jr Speaking during his vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on January 13, 2025, Energy Minister-Designate John Abdulai Jinapor revealed that the energy sector’s debt had escalated to over US$3 billion as of January 12, 2025. He has raised concerns about the growing debt burden in Ghana’s energy sector, describing it as a […] The post Energy

First National Bank Ghana has partnered with Solar Taxi to offer electric vehicle (EV) financing. This initiative allows homeowners to unlock the value of their property through the bank’s equity release loans to finance the purchase of an electric vehicle, contributing to Ghana’s transition towards green energy mobility. Ghana is making significant strides in sustainable […] The post First

Africa Film Society proudly presents the 9th edition of Classics in the Park, an annual open-air film experience that brings together audiences to celebrate Africa’s cinematic heritage. Taking place on March 8 and 9, 2025, this year’s lineup features two iconic classics and a specially curated selection of short films that highlight the future of […] The post Africa

The Unseen Barrier to Economic Progress Africa, often hailed as the continent of the future, boasts a young and dynamic population. Yet, this potential is being stifled, not just by infrastructure gaps or political instability, but by a more insidious, often-overlooked issue: mental health neglect. Depression and anxiety are not just personal battles; they are […] The post Depression

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU President John Dramani Mahama has assured the nation of his administration’s commitment to restoring macroeconomic stability and steering the country toward growth, despite what he described as a dire financial situation inherited from the previous government. Addressing parliament during the 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), Mr. Mahama said […] The post I will

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE Government has reiterated commitments to position the country as a hub for international summits, business conventions and high-profile gatherings. Addressing parliament in his first State of the Nation Address yesterday after resuming office on January 7, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama said government will strategically promote Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) […] The post Gov’t

The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) is set to commence the rollout of a US$220million tree crop diversification project for TCDA and COCOBOD this year, following the successful acquisition of funding from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group. Dr. Andy Osei Okrah, the acting CEO of TCDA, confirmed the development during […] The post US$220m

By Kizito CUDJOE As part of expected reforms to improve the energy sector, President John Mahama has announced efforts to introduce private sector participation in the Electricity Company of Ghana’s (ECG) metering and billing operations. The decision aims to boost revenue collection and curb commercial and technical losses threatening ECG’s viability. The announcement comes amid […] The post Private