By Elliot WILLIAMS The Ghana Insurers Association (GIA) has launched the 2025 edition of its annual Insurance Awareness Month.  The event was launched last week at the GIA’s new head office edifice, aptly called Insurance House in Kanda, a suburb of Accra, and will last till August 1. This year’s edition is being celebrated under […] The post Ghana’s insurance industry launches

By: Shirley Haizel-Ferguson It was the scent that lingered in my memory, the warm nostalgic aroma of rice and beans infused with the earthy aroma of millet leaves, with steam curling upward like a quiet promise. Waakye is not just food, it is tradition, dressed in a regal palette of reddish-brown and deep maroon, wearing […] The post Of katemfe wrapped waakye, plastic, and

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH St. Petersburg Economic Forum remains one of the valuable platforms for developing strategic trade ties and forging investment cooperation with potental partners, both local and foreign, within the changing geopolitical rivalry and competition. Organized by Roscongress Foundation, and held from June 18-21, the forum attracted more than 20,000 delegates from over […] The post SPIEF

By Justice OFFEI Jr Ghana’s petroleum upstream sector has long served as a key pillar of public financing, national growth, and macroeconomic stability. The sector still holds vast potential—not just in terms of resource extraction, but as a lever for inclusive and transformative development. However, with a consistent decline in oil production—from a peak of […] The post Maximizing

…A call to transform African boardrooms from ceremonial compliance zones into platforms for legacy leadership In boardrooms across Africa, decisions are being made. Agendas are adopted. Reports are approved. But beneath this order lies an uncomfortable truth: many African boardrooms have become more performative than purposeful. The motions are followed, yes, but the mission is […] The post The

By Samuel DOWUONA On November 1, 2024, there was a grand event at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, which marked the ceremonial launch of a Ghana’s first shared 4G/5G network under an exclusive 10-year license granted to Next Generation Infrastructure Company (NGIC). But it was not yet an operational launch, which would have meant […] The post Why we missed the June deadline for 5G rollout

A US$360million disbursement from the World Bank, the first tranche of an anticipated      US$730million in foreign exchange inflows aimed at supporting macroeconomic stability and reinforcing national recovery efforts, has been received. It comes ahead of an expected US$370million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), subject to Executive Board approval, scheduled for July 7. […] The post Editorial:

Government intends to raise US$4billion for its 24-hour economy initiative by leveraging blended finance, pension funds and diaspora capital. With a seed capital of US$300million, government will initiate its programme under the FUND24 framework. The remaining 90 percent is expected to come from private sources through a mix of equity, concessional lending and innovative instruments […] The post Editorial:

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) The Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA), together with industry players and seafarers, has reaffirmed commitment to eliminating harassment at sea – calling for collective action to create safer and more dignified working conditions for maritime professionals. This bold call was made during the 2025 International Day of the Seafarer celebration in Accra, […] The post GMA,

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Government has announced plans to unlock GH?6billion in concessional lending over the next two years to support micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across the country. Speaking at the 2025 International MSME Day celebration in Accra, Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Elizabeth Ofosuhene-Adjare said the initiative will be rolled out […] The post Gov’t

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has called on government to provide greater transparency and accountability in the use of environmental levies collected from businesses across the country. According to John Defor, Director of Policy and Research at AGI, although businesses continue to comply with payments under the Environmental Excise Tax […] The post AGI

Celebrated Ghanaian Playwright and Project Management Strategist, Latif Batalima Abubakar PMP, has been adjudged the Best Project Management Professional at the maiden Sky Africa Awards in a glittering ceremony held at the iconic Hilton Hotel in Yaoundé, Cameroon. His innovative ‘Single Simple Practical (SSP) Approach to Managing Projects’, an innovation that shortens delivery cycles while […] The post Latif

The Ghana Statistical Association (GSA) last week paid a courtesy call on the Government Statistician, Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu at his office in Accra. The meeting was to among other things, congratulate the new Government Statistician on his appointment and strengthen the existing ties between the association and the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The Association (GSA) […] The post Statistical

Agriculture remains one of Ghana’s most vital sectors for economic growth, food security, and youth employment. Yet, misconceptions and lack of direct exposure continue to hinder the youth and professionals from engaging meaningfully with agribusiness opportunities. To address this gap, WeComm AgriMedia and Consultancy in collaboration with Newage Agric Solutions Limited, and Evivi Foods, has […] The post WeComm

As part of its corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and ongoing commitment to community development and educational support, Pan-African Savings and Loans recently donated to Kotobabi No.2 KG Primary School in the Greater Accra Region, Tema Metropolitan. The donation comprises essential items designed to enhance learning experiences, promote sanitation, and encourage cultural engagement within the […] The post Pan-African

By Bryan Acheampong Full text of a speech delivered by  Bryan Acheampong (Dr), Member of Parliament for Abetifi recently at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), themed “AI Disruptions and the Future of Work: Readiness of our Youth.” The event, which drew academics, students, industry professionals, and policymakers, was part of the University’s […] The post AI

By Samuel Lartey(Prof) [email protected]  As Ghana seeks to emerge from the economic crossroads of debt overhangs, currency volatility, and unemployment, the message resounds clearer than ever: rebuilding Ghana demands more than infrastructure and slogans—it requires discipline, and finance must sit at the core of the national reset. Without financial discipline across ministries, departments, agencies, state-owned […] The post Rebuilding

In Cybersecurity, the term dumpster diving refers to the practice of digging through through trash for useful information that may be used to launch more assaults. This includes both physical and digital trash. This seemingly low-tech method can yield high-value results, making it a significant concern for individuals and organizations alike. By understanding the mechanics […] The post Dumpster

 Hollard Ghana organised its fifth Hollard Streetwise- Finance Business Challenge on Friday at the University of Ghana (Legon) to assist young and brilliant entrepreneurs with funding to support their businesses. The initiative is part of its corporate social responsibility. The challenge saw ten intelligent student entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to the competition’s judges to […] The post Vet

By Daniel Teye BOTCHWAY Justice at the Crossroads The recent suspension of Ghana’s Chief Justice in June 2025 over allegations of procurement breaches and abuse of office has reignited national debate over the state of corporate governance, judicial integrity, and human rights protections in Ghana. As one of the last institutions symbolising the rule of […] The post Governance