Accelerating digital transformation has the potential of adding more than GH¢40billion to the economy within four years and creating nearly half a million jobs while boosting fiscal revenues by more than GH¢6billion. According to a new report by GSMA – ‘Driving Digital Transformation of the Economy in Ghana’ and published in September 2025 – if […] The post Editorial:

In a landmark move for Africa’s digital security landscape, Virtual Infosec Africa (VIA) and global cybersecurity firm LogRhythm (now Exabeam) have launched the continent’s first monthly subscription-based Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) service. The initiative is set to transform how Ghanaian businesses, government agencies and utilities protect their digital infrastructure—making enterprise-grade cybersecurity both accessible […] The post Businesses

An Indian fugitive previously declared a proclaimed offender by a Delhi court has been accused of continuing to defraud Ghanaian and international businesses, despite standing arrest warrants in her home country. Court records from Delhi’s Patiala House Courts show that Niharika Handa was indicted in connection with a real estate scheme in which investors were […] The post Fugitive

…Without an effective Chief of Staff (COS) or Chief Operations Officer (COO) office, governance stalls; with it, institutions deliver and economies progress. The leadership burden few can carry alone In government, the President carries the ultimate responsibility for accountable and responsible governance. In business, this burden falls on the managing director or chief executive officer. […] The post The

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The domestic mining sector is set for a major reset, with government announcing a US$1 billion gold industry revolution anchored on value addition, environmental responsibility, and job creation. The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, unveiled the reforms at the maiden Mining and Minerals Convention (MMC […] The post Gov’t

…as regulation precedes policy    By Kingsley Webora TANKEH The Chairman-Ghana Association of Financial Non-Governmental Organisations (GHASSFIN), Spencer Badu, has called on government to expedite passage of the National Microfinance Policy which has delayed for years – expressing worry over the fact that regulating the sector has rather preceded policy, against common practice. According to […] The post Microfinance

Fidelity Bank Ghana’s role in driving financial access, innovation, and sustainable development was recently brought to the global stage as Managing Director, Julian Opuni, was featured in Forbes Africa’s special series on Ghana. In a comprehensive interview, Mr. Opuni provided insights into how the nation’s largest privately owned indigenous bank is strategically connecting capital to […] The post Fidelity

By Seth KRAMPAH, Algiers, Algeria In a riveting fireside chat at the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025),Olusegun Obasanjo, Chair of the IATF Advisory Council and former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has called on    African nations to reclaim their economic destiny. Speaking with CNBC Africa’s Fifi Peters on “Gaining Insights from Vision for […] The post IATF2025:

Nerasol Ghana Limited, a subsidiary of the Jospong Group of Companies, has unveiled a landmark partnership with Check Point, a leading global cybersecurity solutions provider, to safeguard Ghana’s digital landscape and strengthen institutional resilience against cyber threats. The unveiling ceremony, held at the AH Hotel and Conference in Accra, was themed “Ghana’s Cybersecurity Readiness in […] The post Nerasol

The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) has hosted the ‘Grand Challenge Pitch Day’ event to showcase Ghana’s most promising startups tackling key challenges in Ghana’s agricultural sector through innovation. Addressing investors, innovators, industry experts and representatives of UKGCC’s member businesses during the event, Adjoba Kyiamah, Executive Director of the UKGCC, remarked that “The Pitch Day […] The post UKGCC’s

By Olutayo Irantiola For decades, imported diagnostics have dominated African hospitals. From syringes to test kits, the continent has relied heavily on supplies from Europe, Asia, and North America. This dependency has come at a steep cost. During shortages, prices spiked, leaving patients stranded. The COVID-19 pandemic was the most painful reminder. As wealthy nations […] The post Codix

The Government of Ghana (the ‘’Government’’), acting through the Minister for Finance, presented the Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review of the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy for 2025 financial year (the ‘’Mid-year Budget Statement’’) to the Parliament of Ghana on 24 July 2025 under the theme ‘’Resetting the Economy for the Ghana We Want’’. The […] The post Value

The Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President of Ghana and the Presidential Economic Advisory Council of Nigeria have endorsed the upcoming AfriCanada Expo 2025 to be held from October 17–19, 2025 at Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The endorsement thus place both Ghana and Nigeria at the centre of Africa–Canada trade, investment, and education […] The post 2 endorse AfriCanada Expo 2025 appeared

By Samuel SAM MTN Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to creating a more inclusive digital and business ecosystem for persons with disabilities (PWDs), supporting them to establish and grow sustainable enterprises that promote financial independence and contribute to economic growth. Speaking at a two-day capacity-building training for PWDs in Tamale organised by InnoHub with support […] The post MTN

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi The Design and Technology Institute (DTI), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has rolled out a Precision Quality (PQ) training initiative aimed at redefining the role of Ghana’s informal sector in national development. The programme seeks to equip artisans with technical skills, professional discipline and an entrepreneurial mindset to meet international […] The post DTI,

Stellantis participated in the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) held in Algiers on September 5–6, 2025, reaffirming its commitment to shaping the future of mobility and industrial development across Africa. It was a distinct honour for Stellantis to welcome the President of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, and other high-ranking government officials to […] The post Motoring

By Seade CAESAR In late August 2025, Qatar-linked Al Mansour Holdings embarked on a whirlwind tour of southern and central Africa, signing letters of intent and headline MoUs that add up to $103 billion across six countries: the DR Congo, Mozambique, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, and Burundi. Oxford Economics Africa flagged the scale of these pledges, […] The post Qatar’s

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Impact investors in Ghana are stepping up efforts to bridge the gap between academic research and commercial application, a challenge long seen as a drag on innovation-led growth in the country. At the 2025 Ghana Research Industry Collaborative (GRIC) Forum, stakeholders highlighted the need to move beyond producing research papers to […] The post Impact

In a vibrant celebration of Africa’s creative economy, the Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) was officially launched last Saturday at the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 in Algiers, Algeria. The initiative, spearheaded by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), aims to elevate the continent’s cultural industries by connecting creatives with investors, buyers, and policy makers. With a […] The post IATF2025:

The Dangote Group, Africa’s largest industrial conglomerate, has revealed advanced plans to establish a sugar factory in Ghana; a move poised to significantly reduce the country’s $162 million annual sugar import bill. According to the Group Chief Branding and Communications Officer, Anthony Chiejina such initiatives will spotlight how African industry is scaling across borders, powering […] The post Proposed