By Marie-Noelle NWOKOLO Africa’s aviation sector is at a critical juncture. While the challenges – fragmented airspace, high fares, and limited connectivity – are well known, the path forward is now clearer. Several African countries have already demonstrated how the right policies, partnerships, and investments can create robust aviation sectors that drive economic growth and […] The post Soaring
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi Rotary International District 9104 has held its second Annual District Conference (DISCON 25) in Takoradi on the theme ‘The Magic of Rotary’. The two-day conference was attended by over 1,000 Rotarians within Ghana and beyond.The District Governor, Florence Maame Hagan, at the conference opening reflected on the year under review […] The post Rotary
By Buertey Francis BORYOR Solis Microfinance Ltd has unveiled a new user-friendly mobile banking app at a well-attended launch event in Accra last Wednesday. The innovative mobile app is designed to bring financial services to millions of underserved Ghanaians. It is to make saving money and getting loans easier for citizens, especially those working in […] The post Solis
By Elizabeth PUNSU A total 377 representing 89.3 percent of 422 complaints received against the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Ghana Water Limited (GWL) for first quarter ending March 2025 were resolved successfully, the Ashanti Region Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) office has said. “Of the total complaints, 397 – accounting for 94.1 percent […] The post PURC
Ghana’s horticultural sector is steadily transforming into one of the engines of economic development, food security and export diversification. As global demand for fresh and processed horticultural products continues to rise, Ghana is positioning itself to become a leading player in the global horticulture market. This vibrant sector – spanning fruits, vegetables, spices and herbs, […] The post Horticulture
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY Clement Amankwah, the Western Region Malaria Focal Person, has revealed that malaria continues to top Out Patients Department (OPD) attendance cases in the region despite several interventions. He revealed that there was a 12.4% increase in malaria cases across the region – from 470,062 cases in 2023 to 528,937 in 2024. […] The post Malaria cases top OPD
By Professor Douglas BOATENG “Tell a man he is poor long enough, and he will stop looking for wealth.” Words are powerful. They shape beliefs, influence actions, and ultimately define destinies. In Africa, the persistent drumbeat of poverty has been played so loudly and for so long that it has become the continent’s background music. […] The post The Inconvenient Truth:
The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong has revealed that the Bank will strengthen its core mandate as the bank of choice for agribusiness financing. He also reaffirmed the commitment of ADB PLC to lead financial intermediation for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Ghana. Addressing the media […] The post ADB
“Love forgives shortcomings.” – Akan proverb Life is a huge maze. And interestingly, the layout is different for each of us. For each however, the maze is winding and can sometimes be tortuous. And as one gets older, it gets bigger, thicker and scarier. The clues we receive from others with regards to navigating the […] The post The Attitude Lounge with Kodwo BRUMPON: A walk
The World Bank Senior Procurement Specialist and Procurement Hub Coordinator for Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Ms. Lina Tutunji, has said that Contract Management is not only about applying rules, it is also about judgment, negotiation and practical problem-solving. Ms. Lina Tutunji said this on Monday, April 28, 2025, when she delivered an opening address […] The post Contract
The French Ambassador to Ghana and his team went to the North of Ghana to strengthen cooperation between France and Northern Ghana, particularly in the areas of agriculture and urban development. President John Mahama has emphasized on several occasions that Northern Ghana has the potential to become “the country’s breadbasket.” To reach this goal, the […] The post “Team
Without smarter fiscal strategies, the country risks losing vital port traffic to neighbouring competitors. From 2017 to 2021, Ghana’s ports thrived on tax relief measures such as the Benchmark Value Discount Policy (BVDP) and import duty exemptions which helped boost cargo throughput, particularly during economic uncertainty under the COVID-19 pandemic. Subsequent abolition of the BVDP […] The post Editorial:
Discussions around the rise in pension fund assets took centre-stage at yesterday’s Money Summit 2025 organised by B&FT in partnership with Ecobank, the Pan-African bank. This comes at a time when pension funds under management (AUM) are growing sharply. The value stood at GH¢78.2billion at the end of June 2024 – according to figures from […] The post Editorial: New model
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Financial services providers must expand their offerings to include more alternative investment vehicles while pairing them with robust investor education, experts at the 2025 Money Summit in Accra have said. They argued that while macroeconomic stability is returning, rebuilding trust and fostering a new investment culture […] The post TMS25:
The Center for Financial Literacy Education Africa (CFLE-Africa) today concluded its month-long campaign in observance of Financial Literacy Month, marking a remarkable period of engagement, education, and nationwide mobilisation under the theme: “Building Wealth, Changing Lives: Strengthening Communities through Personal and Business Financial Education.” Throughout the month of April, CFLE-Africa led an expansive campaign designed […] The post Financial
By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Fidelity Bank’s Deputy Managing Director for Wholesale Banking, Kwabena Boateng, has called for a differentiated approach to pension investment strategies based on contributor age as part of broader reforms aimed at insulating the retirement system from economic volatility and political risks. Speaking at the 2025 Money Summit hosted by Business and […] The post Reform
By Kizito CUDJOE The country recorded a nearly 28 percent increase of petroleum revenues in 2024, defying a continued decline in crude oil production and a fifth straight year without new petroleum agreements. According to the 2024 annual report of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), total petroleum receipts reached US$1.36billion in 2024 – […] The post Petroleum
By Buertey Francis BORYOR The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has agreed on rules of origin for 92 percent of traded products, a major milestone in enhancing cross-border business. This means most goods moving between African nations will now have clear guidelines on tariffs and origin requirements. Cynthia Gnassingbe-Essonam, Senior Advisor to the Secretary […] The post AfCFTA reaches
By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) The Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) has noted plans to boost the country’s tourism landscape through innovation and technology. According to its Chief Executive, Professor Kobby Mensah, the company is moving beyond traditional infrastructure to embrace digital solutions that will transform service delivery, enhance competitiveness and ensure local businesses benefit more […] The post GTDC
Aviation experts at a regional workshop in Uganda have raised alarms over fragmented oversight structures across Africa’s airspace, warning that the continent’s aviation safety progress could stall without deeper cooperation among oversight bodies. At the RSOOs-RAIO Validation workshop in Kampala, stakeholders stressed the urgent need for stronger collaboration between Regional Safety Oversight Organizations (RSOOs) and […] The post Fragmented
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