By Prof. Samuel Lartey www.pefghana.org Desire is the spark that ignites action, but when combined with deliberate planning and persistent effort, it becomes a powerful engine for transformation. In Ghana’s journey toward economic recovery, desire must be more than aspiration; it must guide policy, inspire innovation, and drive measurable results. This blueprint explores how government, […] The post Desire

Ghana signed a major US$1 billion partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to build a large technology, innovation, and artificial intelligence (AI) hub in 2025 — one of the biggest tech infrastructure deals in recent Ghanaian history. Where will this be built? The project will be developed in Ningo?Prampram, a coastal district in the […] The post The US$1bn AI &

Fearless Fund, the world’s first venture capital firm built by women of colour for women of colour, and a global leader in economic inclusion, has announced its official expansion into Africa with the launch of the Fearless Microfinance Fund in Ghana. This launch marks a significant step in advancing Fearless Fund’s mission to close the […] The post Fearless fund

Good health is not only about treating illness – it’s about prevention. Preventive care empowers individuals to avoid illness, reduce healthcare costs and maintain a higher quality of life. In a busy society like Ghana, it’s easy to overlook simple practices that keep us healthy. Simple steps like taking immune-boosting vitamins, drinking enough water, eating […] The post Why preventive

The Sankofa Innovation Summit, convened by Duafe Organisation in collaboration with SB Incubator, successfully brought together women-led small and medium-sized enterprises, industry leaders, founders, and ecosystem builders for a full day of practical learning, strategic dialogue, and meaningful connection. Held at the Stanbic Incubator, Silver Star Tower, Airport City, the Summit was designed as a […] The post Sankofa

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Access Bank Ghana Plc have announced a partnership to expand affordable financing for Licenced Buying Companies (LBCs) and strengthen the cocoa sector’s resilience, productivity and sustainability. The initiative, announced in Accra on January 23, 2026, is expected to benefit thousands of smallholder farmers by improving […] The post IFC,

  …rate cut of 100–150 bps in view   By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Ghana opened its first meeting of 2026 with inflation sharply lower, reserves at multi-year highs and the cedi broadly stable – setting the stage for a debate on how fast policymakers can continue easing […] The post MPC weighs policy path as FX stability, expectations

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU By pivoting from legislation to literacy, the Bank of Ghana and Securities and Exchange Commission aim to build trust and readiness in the digital finance ecosystem, reducing the risk of consumer harm as virtual assets gain wider acceptance. The regulators on Friday, January 23, launched the National Virtual Asset Literacy Initiative, […] The post BoG,

The Head of Technology Delivery and APO at Stanbic Bank Ghana, Jalilu Issahaku, has emphasised the importance of building secure, reliable and convenient digital payment systems to sustain customer trust and strengthen Ghana’s transition toward a fully interoperable payment ecosystem. He made the remarks during a panel discussion at the 10DX Summit – Ghana Edition […] The post Security

… recording profit before tax exceeding GH? 100m For Bayport Savings and Loans PLC, 2025 will be remembered as the year the business truly came into its own. Not just a year of growth, but a year of deliberate change. A year in which strategy, timing, and disciplined execution converged to produce results never before […] The post Bayport delivers a remarkable performance in 2025

Building on their existing partnership, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Air Peace, West Africa’s largest airline, have activated a bilateral interline agreement, expanding air connectivity between Africa, the UAE, and London. The agreement offers passengers of both airlines frictionless, single-ticket travel and with through-checked baggage, on select routes, resulting in greater travel comfort […] The post Emirates

 …facility to link national grid in March    By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE A 50-megawatt Solar PV plant investment being constructed by First Sky Group at Yendi in the Northern Region will be completed at the end of March this year and feed directly into the national grid, the Group’s Executive Chair Eric Seddy Kutortse has disclosed. […] The post First Sky Group’s 50-megawatt

The Greater Accra Old Vandals Association was proudly represented at the 23rd Anniversary Celebration of the First Sky Group, an event that brought together some of the most influential personalities in Ghana. The colourful ceremony was honoured by the presence of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, who attended as the Guest of Honour, alongside Ministers […] The post Old

Ghana ended 2025 with good news of an end to the longstanding, destructive and economically demanding Bawku chieftaincy conflict. Since 1958, the intractable conflict has wasted lives and property which cannot be quantified. In one of several articles I wrote about the Bawku conflict I described it as a festering sore that is destroying Ghana’s […] The post Development

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Executive Director of the Data Protection Commission (DPC), Mr. Arnold Kavaapu?, has announced that 2026 will be a year of strict enforcement of Ghana’s Data Protection Act, warning that institutions processing personal data without registration and compliance will face sanctions. Speaking at the Data Protection Week 2026 launch, and Meet-the-Press […] The post Data

A quiet revolution is underway in the heart of Ghana.  It is not marked by the clatter of machinery or the fervour of a sales pitch, but by the silent hum of servers and the discreet click of a mouse.  Human Resource Management in Ghana is undergoing a profound digital transformation. From e-recruitment platforms and […] The post HR Frontiers with

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Data Protection Commission (DPC), in partnership with the Ghana Association of Privacy Professionals (GAPP), has officially launched Data Protection Week 2026, marking the start of a month-long national programme aimed at strengthening privacy awareness, driving compliance, and building trust in Ghana’s digital economy. The launch took place on January 26, […] The post Data

By Kwame A. APEANING For centuries, salt has been more than a commodity in West Africa; it has been a currency of trade, power, and regional integration. Ghana occupies a unique position in this history. From ancient trans-regional trade routes to today’s emerging continental free-trade framework, Ghana has long functioned as a natural salt hub. […] The post From ancient

By Nana Sifa Twum, PhD Leadership is most authentically demonstrated not in moments of ease, but during times of crisis. Finals serve as rigorous arenas where attitude surpasses talent, and mere seconds of decision-making possess the power to redefine legacies accumulated over many years. Two instances, one exemplifying restraint and the other illustrating rupture, encapsulate […] The post Attitude

By Bernard Kelvin Clive In the world of high-level branding and corporate leadership, success is never an accident. It is a result of deliberate, consistent habits that separate the icons from the average. Over years of coaching and studying the trajectories of global giants, I have identified seven core pillars that support the weight of […] The post Personal