By Kizito CUDJOE The Bank of Ghana (BoG) plans to introduce new regulatory frameworks for open banking, digital banking and digital credit by end of the year as part of efforts to expand financial access and support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), according to first Deputy Governor Dr. Zakari Mumuni. Speaking at a public-private roundtable […] The post BoG

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Traditional banks in the country must urgently integrate blockchain technology into their operations or risk being displaced by decentralised finance platforms, Sammy Crabbe, a technologist and business leader, has said. In a recent and exclusive interaction with the B&FT, Mr. Crabbe stated that while decentralised finance (DeFi) offers “faster, cheaper, […] The post Banks

Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC has announced a significant turnaround in its financial performance for the year ended 31st December 2024, closing the year with a total comprehensive income of GHS210.68 million, representing a 45% year-on-year increase. This was disclosed at the Bank’s 34th Annual General Meeting (AGM), held virtually from the Republic Court Building, Independence […] The post Republic

Telecel Ghana has opened three additional community shops in Kumasi in a bid to bring telecom services closer to the doorstep of everyday Ghanaian, as part of its Ashanti Month celebrations. The new outlets, strategically located within Abuakwa, Kaase and Ahodwo, are designed to serve as convenient hubs for residents to access a wide range […] The post Telecel expands

Open Institute of Technology (OPIT), an innovative global online university, has announced the launch of OPIT AI Copilot, an advanced artificial intelligence assistant designed to revolutionize digital learning. This groundbreaking development is expected to significantly enhance access and support for its current and future students from across Africa. With over 350 students from 80+ countries […] The post OPIT