It was a bright Tuesday morning when I walked into a small classroom in Tamale, not expecting to witness something that would stay with me for a long time. In front of about 30 students was not a traditional teacher holding chalk — but a large TV screen connected to a solar-powered tablet. The voice […] The post Edtech Insights with Kwame

Ghana’s Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB) is seeking to integrate its operations with the Ghana National Ambulance Service to strengthen the country’s emergency response system and improve aircraft accident investigations. The move is part of a broader strategy to fill critical geographical response gaps and bring nationwide coverage to the AIB’s […] The post  Aircraft

By Andy Sena AGBLEY & Walter Kwaku AWUAH From the later part of 2006, the news about a subtle rejection of the 20-pesewa coin started brewing; the central bank of Ghana, led by Dr. Paul Amoafo Acquah, in July 2007, undertook a bold monetary policy reform: the redenomination of the cedi. The aim was to […] The post The rejection of the 20-pesewa coin: A silent driver

By RC. QUAYE It’s been over 50 years since Ghana’s first hydroelectric power station was built, with the intention of strengthening the industrial hub of the country. Its inception has benefited both foreign processing companies that guaranteed its acquisition and neighboring countries getting the excesses in supply. The Tema industrial enclave is a living testimony […] The post The merry-go-round

Enterprise Group PLC, in collaboration with the Management of Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital and other valued partners, on Friday May 2,2025, officially commissioned a state-of-the-art Dialysis Centre at the hospital—marking a major milestone in efforts to expand critical healthcare access across Ghana. The fully equipped Dialysis centre will significantly improve the treatment of chronic kidney […] The post Enterprise

By Sylvana TEIMAN I vividly remember walking into the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) for the first time. I was eager to learn, but admittedly, I had only a surface-level understanding of what stock exchanges did. Stocks, shares, and dividends — that’s what came to mind. But the more I immersed myself, the more I saw […] The post GSE is a game-changer for businesses seeking growth

Ghanaian journalist Ridwan Karim Dini-Osman has been named a 2025/2026 Nieman Fellow at Harvard University, joining a prestigious group of 22 journalists from nine countries selected to deepen their professional development and explore critical global issues. Dini-Osman, a broadcast journalist at EIB Network (GHOne TV and Starr FM) and a freelance correspondent for The World—the […] The post Ghanaian

By Appiah Kusi Adomako ,Esq ‘Some men see things as they are and say why, I dream things that never were and say, why not’ – George Bernard Shaw (1856–1950 Getting a job in Ghana’s public sector has largely become a game of political and social connections rather than merit. In theory, recruitment into Ministries, […] The post The need for a regulatory

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Shama The Omanhene of Shama Traditional Area, Osagyefo Kwaw Fraiku IV, has underscored the need for sub-chiefs to forge ahead in unity and help identify relevant developmental challenges confronting the council. This, he noted, will enable them to solve most of the challenges and drive development. He explained that development is […] The post Omanhene of Shama

…investment will unlock over 1,000 job opportunities Growth Investment Partners (GIP) Ghana Ltd, an investment platform established by British International Investment (BII), has announced an investment in Maagrace Garments Industries Limited (MGIL), a leading Ghanaian garment manufacturing company. The investment will finance the construction of a new production facility at MGIL’s premises in Koforidua, aimed […] The post GIP,

The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has charged a newly inaugurated steering committee to lead the government’s latest push to bring private sector efficiency into electricity distribution through a regional leasing model. At a ceremony in Accra, Mr. Jinapor, in a statement delivered on his behalf by his deputy, Richard Gyan […] The post Energy

Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to safer food systems and stronger trade standards at a key regional meeting of the FAO/WHO Coordinating Committee for Africa (CCAFRICA25), held in Kampala, Uganda. The five-day session drew delegates from 24 African countries, alongside observers from eight organisations and four non-African members, all united in a shared goal: strengthening Africa’s […] The post Gov’t

By  Isaac Boadi  (Prof) The Institute for Economic Reform and Policy Performance (IERPP) has rated the government’s performance at 36.2% for its first 120 days in office. The score, published in the IERPP’s performance scorecard, reflects an assessment of the administration’s delivery on selected commitments outlined in its election manifesto. The evaluation focused on key […] The post IERPP

May 1, 2025 marked a remarkable milestone as the HR Certification Centre successfully hosted the 4th edition of the Corporate Walk for Life, an inspiring event focused on health, wellness, and community spirit. Over 150 enthusiastic participants gathered for this uplifting occasion, demonstrating a strong commitment to personal well-being and corporate responsibility. The day kicked […] The post Celebrating

By Bernard AKYIN-ARKOH In recent years, technological innovation has transformed many sectors, and the insurance industry is no exception. A notable development in Ghana’s motor insurance sector is the introduction of the Motor Insurance Database (MID), a digital platform designed to simplify and enhance the verification of motor insurance coverage. With this technological advancement, the […] The post Rethinking

Effective management of pension funds not only determines the quality of life for retirees but also provides long-term capital that can be channelled into construction, housing, green energy and developmental projects. As a result of the above, Chief Executive Officer-National Pensions Regulatory Authority  Christopher Boadi-Mensah is calling on fund managers to diversify their portfolios to […] The post Editorial:

Climate change is threatening the existence of shea trees in the country’s northern parts –  the Upper East, Upper West, Northern, North East and Savannah Regions. Indeed, shea trees are seeing a very steep decline in production due to the prevailing harsh weather conditions which affect their yield. According to recent figures, sheanut production has […] The post Editorial:

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO With a population exceeding one billion and a gross domestic product (GDP) of more than US$1.5trillion, automotive giant Volkswagen Group Africa (VWGA) sees long-term growth potential in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), excluding South Africa. However, the company has highlighted that persistent structural bottlenecks must be urgently addressed through decisive policy actions and […] The post SSA

Women at the Chosen Rehabilitation Centre have completed a two-month bead-making training, funded by Vivo Energy Ghana in partnership with Engage Africa through its Energising Hope Programme. On February 14th, Vivo Energy Ghana employees visited the Chosen Rehabilitation Centre to spread love and kindness. The team donated essential supplies and bead-making materials, laying the foundation […] The post Vivo

SAP SE has announced that VFS Global, the world-leading provider of visa, consular and technology services to governments and diplomatic missions, will leverage SAP software to help it develop leading-edge AI-powered digital solutions for cross-border mobility and citizen services. Cross-border mobility and citizen services are becoming increasingly digital, and governments are looking into the use […] The post VFS