By Dr Andrews AYIKU Introduction As a business coach with over 20 years of experience working with Ghanaian entrepreneurs, I’ve seen businesses withstand currency changes, power outages, and worldwide pandemics. The most persistent “silent killer” of Ghanaian Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) has always been the cost of funding. In January 2026, we find ourselves […] The post Why

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Data Protection Commission (DPC) has warned that 2026 will mark the start of a full-scale enforcement drive, with public and private institutions which process personal data without registration facing fines and possible imprisonment. Executive Director of the Commission Arnold Kavaapu? said there will be no exemptions, stressing that the law […] The post DPC to

By Juliet ETEFE The Centre for Local Governance Advocacy (CLGA) has flagged deep-rooted, system-wide weaknesses across Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), warning that persistent gaps in planning, budgeting, procurement and auditing continue to undermine public financial management at the local level. This follows findings from the 2024 Public Financial Management Compliance League Table (PFMCLT), […] The post System-wide

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Henley Global Mobility Report 2026 has revealed that even though the Ghanaian passport has achieved notable improvements in access, it still remains in the lower half of global rankings – far behind European, Asian and some countries in the Middle East. The report maintained that issues of shorter visa validities, […] The post Despite

…urges diversification in its 2026 Global Market Outlook Standard Chartered Bank expects global financial markets to deliver strong returns in 2026, led by equities and other risky assets as artificial intelligence-driven earnings growth, easing monetary policy and lower trade tensions support investor appetite. However, the bank warned that gains are likely to be uneven, reinforcing […] The post Standard

Ghana has sent a strong and unequivocal signal to the international community, reaffirming that its resolve to combat money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing remains firm and irreversible. Speaking at the opening of the on-site Mutual Evaluation of Ghana’s Anti-Money Laundering, Counter-Terrorist Financing and Counter-Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF) regime in Accra, the Deputy Minister for […] The post Gov’t

By Samuel SAM The Ghana Institute of Horticulturists (GhIH) has called on government to provide targeted support to address the widespread infestation of root-knot nematode (RKN), which is undermining vegetable production in the Upper East Region. The pest has severely affected crops, particularly tomatoes, with yield losses estimated at over 70 per cent. The infestation […] The post Horticulturists

Newmont has donated critical medical equipment valued at over GH?2 million to the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) in Accra, reinforcing its long-standing partnership with Ghana’s premier referral hospital, as well as its commitment to patient safety and quality healthcare delivery in Ghana. The equipment were donated to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and the […] The post Newmont

By  Ishmael Yamson In late 2025, Ghana’s macroeconomic indicators are flashing green in a way we haven’t seen for years. Inflation has cooled to 5.4% as of December, and the Cedi has staged a remarkable recovery, appreciating significantly against the US Dollar in the first half of the year. For a nation that stared into […] The post he cedi’s

Chalom Hights marked its one-year anniversary with the successful hosting of PowerSide, a purpose-driven mentorship and leadership event held at the Airport View Event Center in Accra. Designed as both a celebration and a strategic intervention, the event brought together ambition, experience, and intentional mentorship—reaffirming Chalom Hights’ commitment to empowering young women to rise confidently […] The post Chalom

By Bernard AKYIN-ARKOH Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations are increasingly redefining business practices across the globe. ESG regulation are increasingly influencing the insurance industry globally. ESG regulations are playing a growing role in shaping both underwriting and investment decisions. As global and regional regulators advocate for more sustainable and responsible business models, insurers are […] The post Assessing

By Ahmed TAHIRU The unemployment reality in 2026 We are in 2026, yet unemployment across Ghana and much of Africa remains stubbornly high. For a growing generation of young people, this is no longer a passing economic phase or a temporary policy failure. It is a structural reality. Each year, more graduates enter the labor […] The post The startup imperative:

By Ben TAGOE In the earlier discussion on why data privacy defines responsible business practice in 2026, the emphasis was placed on trust, responsibility, and the growing expectations placed on organisations operating in cyberspace. However, recognising the importance of privacy is only the beginning. For businesses, the real challenge lies in translating that understanding into […] The post The

By Michael Frimpong, Ph.D. Employees are organized in some way or form to achieve work objectives. The organization’s aim is achieved only through the coordinated efforts of its human resources, and rightly so, effective management of human resources is the cornerstone of organizational effectiveness. It is no brainer to say that the quality of the […] The post Engaged workforce – a gain to

The Ghana Football Association (GFA), under FIFA’s Women’s Football Development Programme, has introduced the maiden edition of the FIFA under-15 (U-15) Girls Regional Colts Leagues, marking a major milestone in the country’s women’s football development pathway. The programme has been touted as a game-changer for Ghana’s long-term strategy to strengthen women’s football from the grassroots […] The post New

By Christabel DANSO ABEAM ([email protected]) The Chief Executive Officer – Coconut Grove Regency Hotels, Mr. Raphael Ayitey has embraced government’s efforts to rationalise the country’s tax regime. He described these efforts as a positive step towards developing the business environment and strengthening public-private sector collaboration. The 2026 Budget by the government introduced tax reforms expected […] The post Tax

By Buertey Francis BORYOR More than 1,000 youths from across the country on Monday reported for orientation sessions in Accra and Tamale to begin the second year of the Precision Quality TM (PQ) Internship Programme, an initiative designed by the Design & Technology Institute (DTI), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, to bridge the gap […] The post New

From Samuel Adadi AKAPULE, Bolgatanga Bolgatanga Technical University (BTU) has hosted a high-level stakeholder meeting at its main campus in Sumbrungu to review progress on two youth development projects aimed at strengthening technical and vocational education and improving economic opportunities for young people, especially young women, in northern Ghana. The two projects are the Design […] The post BTU

Ethel Cofie, convenor of the Future of Finance Dialogues has convened senior leaders from Ghana’s financial services ecosystem at an invite-only private working dinner focused on open banking, payment rails and partnerships. The closed-door engagement took place in Accra and brought together key stakeholders from banking, fintech, regulation, policy, data governance and financial infrastructure. “The […] The post Financial

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