On October 18, 2025, Accra’s Independence Square became more than a concert venue; it became the living heartbeat of a brand. Thousands of fans, filled with energy and chanting “SM4LYF!”, gathered long before sunset. They did not come only to watch a musician perform; they came to share in something greater than music. This was […] The post ShattaFest 2025:

…How African women are rewriting their future one board at a time Something powerful happens when a woman sits down to visualise her life. When she dares to dream, write it down, and begin to see it come alive — that’s when transformation begins. I’ve seen it time and time again through my vision board […] The post Wheel of Life Series by LadySam.’: The Power of Vision

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Telecel Ghana Foundation, in partnership with the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation, organised a special edition of its flagship health outreach programme, Healthfest, in New Atuabo – Tarkwa in the Western Region. The initiative provided free breast cancer screening, ultrasound examinations, blood pressure and glucose checks, HIV testing, […] The post Telecel

By Cyril ODOI Banks and financial authorities worldwide work diligently to prevent financial crises of any kind. Global rules, known as the Basel Accords, establish safety standards for banks that require them to maintain sufficient capital and manage risks prudently. These rules have evolved over time whenever problems have emerged. The latest upgrade, often referred […] The post Understanding

– Progress needs voices that speak truth with tact Once upon a time, African leadership was a mysterious art form. You’d see a convoy of SUVs, hear a few sirens, then a carefully edited speech on TV—usually filled with big words, small meaning, and zero emotion. You’d watch it, nod politely, and wonder: does this […] The post On Cue with Kafui

When a farmer in Ghana receives payment for her cocoa beans straight to her phone, a tro-tro driver accepts fares without cash and a young trader in Tamale receives mobile payments from customers hundreds of kilometres away, it shows how digital payments are quietly becoming part of everyday life in the country, changing how money […] The post The power of digital

Key fiscal risks likely to plague government’s recovery efforts include weak revenue performance, pressure from compensation of employees and increasing energy sector payments. Captured vividly in the September 2025 Monetary Policy Report by the Bank of Ghana, the report said concluding the remaining external debt restructuring negotiations may create potential short-term external payment challenges. According […] The post Editorial:

Gold Coast University has unveiled six new Master of Public Administration (MPA) programmes as part of its commitment to meeting the dynamic trade and human capital needs of the 21st-century business environment. The announcement was made by the Chancellor, Bishop Dr Gideon Titi-Ofei, during the official launch ceremony held on campus, which he described as […] The post Gold

The Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana is challenging government to walk its talk regarding waiving duty on agro-processing machinery. While commending Deputy Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Sampson Ahi’s announcement, the Chamber warned that “the true measure of success will lie in its timely and effective implementation”. Sampson Ahi made the announcement at a Regional […] The post Editorial:

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has revealed an unusual surge in banking fraud, with reported losses hitting GH¢99 million in 2024 alone – representing a 13 percent increase from the previous year. Speaking at a customer reporting officer stakeholder engagement programme in Accra, Second Deputy Governor-Bank of Ghana ,Matilda Asante-Asiedu disclosed […] The post Banking

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE President John Mahama has emphasised his government’s commitment to building a safe, accessible and technology-driven smart transport system that supports job creation, enhances trade and aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Addressing dignitaries at the Ghana Transport and Logistics Fair maiden edition, the president indicated that government’s ongoing agenda includes modernising […] The post Gov’t

The Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), Mrs. Justina Nelson, has called for mining practices that ensures sustainability of the ecosystem. She noted that sustainability is a major driving force for long term profitability within Ghana’s mining industry and urged players in the sector to have a rethink of their operations […] The post Sustainable mining is the

 By Kingsley Webora TANKEH President John Dramani Mahama has officially launched the National Development Planning Commission’s (NDPC) Ghana Infrastructure Plan , vowing to fund his government’s flagship ‘Big Push’ initiative without borrowing from the international capital markets. Speaking at the launch in Accra, the president said: “We have inherited Nkrumah’s dream but we are yet […] The post Mahama

By Kizito CUDJOE The mobile money revolution has turned from an experiment into the backbone of Ghana’s financial system, with transactions surging to GH?3.02trillion in 2024 and more than 24 million active users – a transformation the Bank of Ghana (BoG) says is redefining how the economy moves, pays and saves. Speaking at the MOBEX […] The post Mobile money backbone of

By Samuel SAM The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research–Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (CSIR-SARI) has established an Agricultural Technology Park (ATP), an innovative agricultural demonstration and training hub designed to promote climate-smart agriculture, sustainable farming practices, and bridge the gap between research and practical application to enhance food security and productivity in West Africa. The […] The post CSIR-SARI

By Evelyn ARTHUR, Tema The Managing Director of Cocoa Processing Company Limited (CPC), Prof. William Coffie, has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to deepening partnerships aimed at promoting locally produced chocolate products. According to him, CPC is actively engaging the corporate community, including various groups, unions, associations, and educational institutions, to enhance the visibility and accessibility […] The post CPC

By Stanley FELTEN In my youth, I made a pilgrimage to the high plateaus of Tibet. I sought wisdom from monks who seemed to live in harmony with a world that most of us, in our noisy rush for profit and power, have forgotten how to hear. One morning, as the sun rose over the […] The post 1bn reasons to save our land appeared first on The Business & Financial Times

 By Ebenezer OWUSU-ANSAH  Once a wetland and now the site of one of the world’s largest electronic waste dumps, has come to symbolize the country’s environmental paradox: a nation striving to develop but poignantly sinking under the weight of its own waste attendant with the looming health issues that follow. Across urban centers spread across […] The post Breathing in poison appeared first on The

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Senior Manager for Enterprise Information Security and Governance at MTN Ghana, Jacqueline Hanson Kotei, has issued a stark warning about the growing sophistication of cyber threats, calling for a collective effort to secure the nation’s digital future. Speaking at a cybersecurity awareness forum for staff of MTN Ghana in Kumasi, Ms. […] The post MTN urges cyber vigilance

Chloe Smith challenges African leaders to integrate innovation and AI responsibly in human capital strategies at HR Focus Africa Conference & Awards 2025 At the HR Focus Africa Conference & Awards 2025, the President of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Chloe Smith, delivered a thought-provoking keynote calling for the responsible integration of […] The post CIPD