The Chief Executive Officer of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Dr. Delese Mimi Darko, has been elected as the first Director-General of the African Medicines Agency (AMA) at the just ended 2nd Ordinary Session of the Conference of State Parties in Kigali, Rwanda. In a highly competitive process that began with 149 applications following […] The post After
By Ebenezer Owusu-Ansah Ghana’s sanitation crisis has become a defining challenge of our time. From the streets of Accra to the corners of our rural towns, the signs are unmistakable: clogged gutters, foul smelling-public spaces, and a growing sense of resignation to filth are apparent. But cleanliness is not merely a matter of aesthetics. Cleanliness-often […] The post A clean
Celebrated Ghanaian luxury watch brand, Caveman Watches, has announced a 10 percent price reduction across all full-priced collections for June, in direct response to the recent appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi. The cedi’s strengthened performance in recent weeks is already triggering a wave of positive economic ripples across the retail sector, with businesses like Caveman […] The post Caveman
Bloomspace, an organization dedicated to uplifting women entrepreneurs, recently hosted the Intentional Women’s Business Seminar at the University of Ghana. This transformative event gathered over 100 passionate participants, sparking discussions on entrepreneurship, resilience, and strategies for overcoming challenges in the business landscape. Throughout the seminar, participants engaged in powerful conversations, sharing insights and forming connections […] The post FirstBank
The Africa Continental Engineering & Construction Network is set to organize the African Continental Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Real Estate Summit dubbed (ACEACRES, 2025) from September 29 -30 2025 at De Icon Conference Centre, East Legon, Accra. This 3rd edition comes under the theme, Revolutionizing the Built Environment for Sustainable Infrastructure Development Through the use […] The post 3RD
The stage is set for the much-anticipated Greater Accra Regional Football Association (GA RFA) Division-two promotional ‘Middle League,’ which officially kicks off on Friday, June 14, 2025 at the McDan Park in Teshie. The official launch of the tournament was held on Thursday at the Nathan Quao Auditorium of CLOSSAG, located at the Ministries in […] The post SPORTS
By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Chief Executive Officer-Ghana Chamber of Young Entrepreneurs (GCYE) Sherif Ghali has called on government to prioritise the establishment of a women’s bank and formulate policies that will help de-risk SMEs to improve finance access for business growth and development. Despite the fact 92 percent of businesses in Ghana are SMEs, contributing about […] The post De-risk
By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi MTN Ghana has reaffirmed its dedication to digital inclusion through this year’s 21 Days of Y’ello Care initiative, with a strong focus on empowering women, persons with disability and underserved communities across the country. Speaking at the ‘Y’ello Care’ launch in Kumasi, General Manager-MTN Northern Business District Nii Adotey Mingle emphasised […] The post MTN
By Benedict Agyare ANDOH When Kwame received the keys to his first home in Tema, it felt like the final step in a long journey. After years of planning and saving, he was finally a homeowner. However, like many Ghanaians, Kwame was unaware of a powerful tax benefit available to him, one that could reduce […] The post How our tax laws help you save with your mortgage appeared first
By Temilola Aderonke ONALAJA Ghana’s Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) has significantly impacted the country’s banking sector, leading to liquidity constraints and reduced credit availability. This article examines the current financial landscape, identifies key challenges, and proposes strategic interventions rooted in the S.T.A.R. Strategy: Synergy, Technology, Analytical Precision, and Risk Mitigation – to stabilize and […] The post Navigating
The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) has officially launched the 5th edition of the Chamber Business Awards, under the theme ‘Revitalising Ghana’s development agenda through strategic public-private collaboration’. The launch event, held at the GNCCI National Secretariat in Accra, brought together industry leaders, development partners, government representatives and members of the business […] The post GNCCI
By Ben TAGOE Tailgating, which is also called “piggybacking,” is a major threat to safety in both real life (Physical) and online. In the context of cybersecurity, “tailgating” means an unauthorized person getting into a closed area or system without permission by following someone who is supposed to be there (authorized person. This form of […] The post Tailgating
A group of employees from Zoomlion Ghana Limited, a subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC), has expressed their heartfelt appreciation to the management and Executive Chairman for providing them the opportunity to undertake a pilgrimage to Mecca as part of their selfless service. The beneficiaries of the Executive Chairman’s gesture include Imam Abdul […] The post Zoomlion
By Daniel Duah SARKODIE At her small shop in Makola Market, Aunty Akua sits behind the counter, flipping through a pile of receipts and insurance documents; and the worry in her eyes says it all. Weeks and months have passed since her consignment of fabrics was stolen but her attempt to claim from insurance seems […] The post Blockchain technology on insurance: And why it matters
…With the launch of Rosebank International University College in Ghana. JSE-listed ADvTech has launched its first tertiary institution outside South Africa with the opening of Rosebank International University College (RIUC) in Accra, Ghana. Registrations for RIUC will open on 15 June 2025, ahead of the first academic semester starting on 1 September. A second enrolment […] The post ADvTech
The new Energy Sector Levy, which imposes an additional GH¢1 charge on each litre of petrol and diesel purchased at the pump, continues to generate debate. Aimed at addressing longstanding challenges within the energy sector, critics continue to describe it as a regressive tax that places an undue burden on consumers. Mr. Ernesto Yeboah, Leader […] The post Editorial: GH¢1-per-litre
In today’s global economy, a nation’s success hinges on the strength of its trade. For Ghana, this reality demands more than isolated efforts—it requires deliberate partnership, clear policy, and a shared purpose. At the heart of this drive is the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE), which stands not merely as a federation, but […] The post FAGE: Driving export
A cost of GH¢8.6billion was incurred by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) in 2024 for its open market operations (OMO), contributing significantly to the central bank’s annual operating loss of GH¢9.49billion. Per the bank’s 2024 annual report, the GH¢8.6billion OMO cost represents a modest increase over the GH¢8.37billion recorded in 2023. This increase reflects sustained […] The post Editorial:
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Benchmark Treasury bill yields have fallen to their lowest level in a year, but the government’s latest debt auction fell short of its target. This has left the government struggling to roll over maturing debt, exposing a potential funding gap as inflation continues to ease. Yields […] The post T-bill
By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) As inflation continues its steady decline, the Ghana Statistical Services (GSS) has advised government to sustain the trajectory and deepen macroeconomic reforms by investing in food logistics, utilities and regional support systems. Headline inflation dropped to 18.4 percent in May 2025 from 21.2 percent in April—the fifth consecutive monthly decline and […] The post Sustain
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