By Akwasi Agyeman BRITWUM (PhD) Following the overwhelming support for transition into a democratic state as was affirmed by the results of the referendum held in April, 1992 with 93percent of voters in favour of the new constitution, Ghana’s Fourth Republic was ushered as the ultimate hope to end the blistering cycle of endemic poverty, […] The post Macroeconomic

By Samuel SAM The Northern Regional office of the Forestry Commission has distributed over one million tree seedlings across schools, organisations and communities as part of the “Tree for Life” reforestation initiative, aimed at combating climate change and restoring degraded ecosystems. The initiative aligns with the government’s broader objective of planting 30 million trees nationwide, […] The post Forestry

The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has renewed its opposition to the government’s proposed GH¢1 fuel levy, warning that recent developments in the global oil market underscore the dangers of anchoring fiscal policy on temporary market conditions. ASEC maintains that the proposed levy—whose implementation has since been suspended—is ill-timed and unsustainable, particularly in light of […] The post ASEC

Employee turnover is a critical metric that organizations closely monitor to gauge workforce stability. It is the key factor of measuring employee satisfaction and HR Management Value delivery. While high turnover is often seen as a red flag, indicating dissatisfaction, poor management, or inadequate growth opportunities, low turnover is typically celebrated as a sign of […] The post Low employee

By Konrad Kodjo DJAISI A new report by Global Initiative – based on three years of fieldwork, satellite analysis and interviews – provides an evidence-based mapping of illicit mining that shows how informal operations are reshaping local economies, environments and power structures. The report demonstrates how criminal actors, including transnational networks, are benefitting from weak […] The post Report

By Ramesh Srivatsava ARUNACHALAM[1] The Third UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3), scheduled for June 9-13, 2025, in Nice, France, represents an unprecedented opportunity for global marine conservation as nations gather to accelerate implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Life Below Water. Co-hosted by France and Costa Rica, this high-level UN event carries the transformative mandate to […] The post Empowering

By Joseph BENSON & Fredrick AGBOMA (PhD) Africa is at a defining crossroads. For decades, its economic fortunes have been shaped by external demand, volatile commodity markets, and fragile trade dependencies. But the tide is changing. With the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) now in force, the continent is turning inward, not as an […] The post Made in Africa: Turning inward

As developing nations grapple with escalating debt burdens and the intensifying impacts of climate change, policymakers and international financial institutions are increasingly exploring innovative instruments that can address both fiscal and environmental challenges in a synergistic manner. One such mechanism gaining attention is the debt-for-climate swap—an arrangement where a portion of a country’s external debt […] The post Financial

The invasion of the houses of some political opponents by the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC); and the arrest and illegal detentions of some of them amounts to nothing short of human rights violations and a breach of the principles of the rule of law. In 1992 all Ghanaians agreed on a roadmap to return […] The post Development Discourse with Amos

By Peter Martey AGBEKO, APR Under the swaying palms and coastal breeze of Mombasa, Kenya, history is being written — and told — with clarity, conviction, and celebration. The African Public Relations Association (APRA) is marking 50 years of professional evolution and continental impact. The 36th Annual APRA Conference, held from June 9–13, 2025, is […] The post One

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Managing Director, Research and Group Chief Economist at Afreximbank, Dr. Yemi Kale, has disclosed that the upcoming Inter-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 is projected to generate over US$44billion in trade and investment deals, further cementing its role as a key driver of intra-African commerce. Speaking at the IATF 2025 roadshow in […] The post IATF

Ghana’s fintech and banking sectors have seen rapid growth, but this progress comes with a serious downside: rising fraud. In 2024 alone, the Bank of Ghana 2024 Fraud Report indicated that nearly GH?100 million was lost to scams such as forgery, identity theft, phishing, and insider collusion. Fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated, using fake online […] The post Embracing

…says country’s bid to become regional parts hub at risk amid policy delays By Ernest Bako WUBONTO President-Automobile Assemblers Association of Ghana (AAAG) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)-Volkswagen Ghana, Jeffrey Oppong Peprah, has underscored the critical importance of automotive component manufacturing as the sector’s transformative pillar, urging swift government action to position Ghana as a […] The post AAAG

Standard Chartered Bank has officially launched the first cohort of its Ready for Inclusive Sustainable Employment and Entrepreneurship (RISE/E) programme, an initiative under the youth economic empowerment agenda of the Bank’s Futuremakers, with a focused commitment on equipping persons with disabilities (PWDs) with practical employable skills. Launched in partnership with Sightsavers Ghana, the programme aims […] The post Standard

Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has been honored at the 2025 International Finance Awards, clinching the coveted title of “Most Innovative SME Empowerment Initiative (Banking) – Ghana.” This prestigious award highlights the Bank’s leadership in designing impactful programs and tailored financial solutions that support the growth and resilience of Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) across the […] The post Access

Introduction The evolution of credit scoring markets presents significant development opportunities, particularly in emerging economies like Ghana. This comprehensive analysis explores key market development opportunities through multiple lenses: technological innovation, market expansion, regulatory frameworks, and socioeconomic impact. Core Development Opportunities Alternative Data Integration Current Landscape The Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (2023) indicates that traditional […] The

By Degraft OSEI In an age where social media has become the backbone of global communication, the ethical dilemmas surrounding these platforms are more pressing than ever. They influence elections, shape public opinion, and serve as arbiters of truth and visibility. Yet, the question remains: who holds these platforms accountable when they fail? From data […] The post Social media ethics:

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) is set to unveil a new investment fund structure to address prohibitive costs that have prevented small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from accessing public capital markets, Managing Director Abena Amoah has told B&FT. The proposed SME fund, developed in partnership with […] The post GAX

By Joshua AMLANU Ecobank Ghana Plc is aiming to leverage its financial strength to play a pivotal role in the rollout of government’s ambitious 24-hour economy policy, set to launch on July 1, 2025, as the bank leverages its financial muscle and strategic focus to bolster businesses and drive national growth. This commitment comes following […] The post Ecobank pledges support for govt’s

By Kizito CUDJOE The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) says it is working with cement producers to ensure that prices reflect the cedi’s recent appreciation against major trading currencies. The Director-General of GSA, Prof. Alex Dodoo, stated that most manufacturers have already submitted their pricing for June. However, the Cement Manufacturing Development Committee, he said, is […] The post GSA,