Background to Cedi’s recent performance The Ghanaian cedi has long been characterised by persistent volatility, often undermining economic stability and investor confidence. For years, the currency has been on a steady downward trajectory against major international currencies such as the US dollar, British pound, euro, and Japanese yen. The 2024 fiscal year was particularly difficult […] The post Policy

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM MTN Ghana has partnered with the University of Ghana and smart agronomic service provider Defarmercist to launch a GH¢3million initiative aimed at establishing a Vegetable Centre of Excellence at the University of Ghana farm at Legon. The initiative seeks to empower young people through vocational agriculture training and equip them with […] The post MTN,

The Centre for Economic Research and Policy Analysis (CERPA) has released a new policy brief examining the recent appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi, one of the most notable currency movements in global financial markets this year. The analysis explores the drivers behind the cedi’s upward trend, its economic impact, and policy considerations needed to sustain […] The post CERPA

The Call Renewed When Captain Ibrahim Traoré defied Western powers, he did more than protect Burkina Faso’s sovereignty. He reignited an age-old question burning in African hearts—from Accra to Algiers to Atlanta: Is the United States of Africa finally possible? Across social media, the idea roared like a bushfire. Hashtags trended. Commentators and youth leaders […] The post One

It was all joy at Mataheko ‘1’ Basic School as a team from ASA Savings and Loans handed over a renovated pfour-unit classroom block, donated two set of teacher’s chair and table, and distributed learning materials to 250 students of the school. Handing over the renovated block and donations to the management of the school, […] The post Mataheko ‘1’ Basic

By Christabel Danso ABEAM In a strategic effort to bolster Ghana’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), MTN Ghana, Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB) and the Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Ghana Awards (SMEGA) have jointly launched the SME Acceleration Programme. The initiative, unveiled in Accra, aims to enhance business capacity, promote formalisation and improve market access for […] The post MTN,

“One who causes others misfortune also teaches them sense.” – African proverb Whilst reflecting on his social isolation experiments on ‘the mother-infant attachment’ research, Harry Frederick Harlow, the American psychologist asserted that “If monkeys have taught us anything, it’s that you’ve got to learn how to love before you learn how to live.” His assertion […] The post The

By Henry Adjei BOADI The way and manner we conduct our politics require huge money to be able to prosecute effective and successful electoral campaigns. Undoubtedly, private financing of political parties invokes distrust and cynicism. These associated negatives are not misplaced most of the time, as the motives of both the givers and receivers of […] The post Political

Jobberman Ghana, a leading recruitment solutions company, has launched its latest campaign, “Stop Recruitment Roulette,” aimed at transforming the executive hiring landscape for businesses across Ghana. This initiative underscores Jobberman Ghana’s commitment to providing data-driven recruitment strategies that remove the guesswork from hiring decisions. The campaign’s compelling tagline, “Top Talent, Handpicked for You – Get […] The post Jobberman

By Akwasi OPONG-FOSU As Ghana enters a pivotal phase of national renewal under a newly-elected government with an overwhelming electoral mandate, the urgency to reset the economy cannot be overstated. The country stands at a critical juncture where bold and inclusive economic reforms are essential—not just for short-term recovery, but for long-term sustainability and equity. […] The post The

“Your boss is not your parent, your job is not therapy, and salary is not a birthright.” – Terry Mante Let’s talk about a curious species that’s been quietly multiplying in offices across the country: The employee who believes presence equals performance. They show up (most days). They reply emails (eventually). They wear a tucked-in […] The post Insight Forge with Terry

The concept of credit scoring has evolved significantly from its inception in the 1950s by Bill Fair and Earl Isaac (creators of the FICO score system, discussed much later in this article) to today’s advanced algorithms incorporating alternative data. A credit score is a three-digit number that rates your creditworthiness — essentially, it answers the […] The post What you should know

The Founder and Chief Executive Officer of KAB-FAM Ghana Ltd, Mr. Antwi-Boahen, was honoured at the 25th Anniversary Edition of the Millennium Excellence Awards, held on Friday, May 9, 2025, at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi. The event was hosted under the auspices of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene and Life Patron of the awards […] The post KAB-FAM

Renowned Ghanaian IT expert and CEO of Liranz Consulting, Nicholas Bortey, has been appointed as an adjudicator for the 2025 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge. The event will be held in Johannesburg, South Africa from June 24 to 26, 2025. According to the organisers, Africa Tourism Partners, the summit aims to foster innovation […] The post Ghanaian

By Joe JACKSON Let’s talk about a transformation story – not the kind where I go on a Keto diet for 120 days, eat only goat khebabs and suddenly I look like a Mr Ghana. No, this is about Ghana’s economy trying out its version of intermittent fasting, salads, and a strict no-junk-bonds diet – […] The post First 120 days of the NDC economic diet appeared first on The

According to emerging signals in S&P Global Ratings’ latest assessment, government may be quietly exploring ways to loosen some terms of its US$3billion International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme even as it publicly affirms full commitment to the reforms. While the finance ministry has denied any renegotiation talks, S&P’s nuanced language suggests that the new administration […] The post Editorial:

Although the Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has triggered Regulation LI 2471, which requires exporters to notify and receive approval from the TCDA before shipping rubber, cashew or shea abroad, the unchecked export of raw rubber is likely to cost the country GH¢22.5million annually. The directive – which took effect on May 2 – seeks […] The post Editorial: Regulate unchecked

When discussing food security in Africa, we often picture rural areas facing failed rains, subsistence farms, and struggling smallholders. However, the crisis is increasingly urban. Cities from Lagos to Accra to Nairobi are expanding, incomes are strained, and food prices have become wildly unpredictable. Modern African cities are fed by invisible threads of long, tangled […] The post Agro-Rings

When white travellers arrive in Kenya, South Africa, or Tanzania, they are often greeted with genuine warmth and respect, and they are usually seen as tourists, investors, or contributors to progress. However, a Black African arriving from Nigeria, Zimbabwe, Uganda, or the Democratic Republic of Congo may face subtle suspicion and additional scrutiny. These encounters […] The post The

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH In June last year – at the tomato seasonal price hike peak, a box of tomatoes sold between GH¢ 6,000 to GH¢ 7,000. However, a box of tomatoes which sold at GH¢ 3,500 toward the end of March and early April now sells at GH¢7,000; a 100 percent increase in few […] The post 4 pieces for GH¢20, ‘seasonal gold’ price on continuous