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

By Samuel SAM Africa loses an estimated US$88.6billion each year to illicit financial flows, undermining foreign direct investment (FDI), development assistance and national efforts to fund economic transformation, according to a recent report by the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC). The loss, which stems from capital flight, money laundering, tax evasion and proceeds of crime – […] The post Africa

By Elizabeth Punsu, Kumasi Government is positioning the country as the regional hub for Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturing in West Africa, according to the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor. Speaking at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and China’s Hubei University of Automotive Technology International Joint Research Centre’s […] The post Gov’t

Kuipers Breeders Ghana Limited , a leading company in poultry breeding and hatchery, has rallied its support behind Agrihouse Foundation to host the 5th Ghana Poultry Day, scheduled for Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at the forecourt of the State House in Accra. This sponsorship forms part of Kuipers Breeders Ghana Limited’s broader commitment to empowering […] The post Kuipers

The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, was honoured with the Public Sector Digital Leader of the Year award at the 14th Digital Innovation Awards (DIA) at the plush Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra on Friday. The minister delivered a keynote address under the theme ‘Toward a Strategic Framework for AI’ […] The post Sam

By Christabel Danso Abeam Deep in Ghana’s vast forests, away from public spotlight, a fierce and expensive war is going on against a rampant deforestation and illegal timber trade that  is robbing the West African country of resources badly needed for economic development. But the fight against this illegal trade and its threats to the […] The post Inside

By Peter Martey AGBEKO In a historic and fitting recognition of a remarkable journey of leadership and transformative impact, Professor Alexander Nii Oto Dodoo, Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) and immediate past President of the African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO), has been conferred the title of “President Emeritus” of ARSO — a rare and distinguished honour reserved for the […] The post Prof.

At the recently-held Environmental Sustainability Summit 2025, panellists concurred that the precarious plastic pollution situation in Ghana continues to worsen due to a disjoint between policy and its implementation and lack commitment to promoting investments in viable alternatives. Panellists warned that progress is being hampered by a disconnect between policy and implementation, as well as […] The post Editorial:

First Deputy Governor Dr. Zakari Mumuni has indicated the Bank of Ghana (BoG) plans to introduce new regulatory frameworks for open banking, digital banking and digital credit by end of the year as part of efforts to expand financial access and support small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). He made this known at a public-private roundtable […] The post Editorial:

US$370m awaits IMF board approval By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The country has received 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. The injection comes ahead of an expected US$370million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), […] The post World

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU ([email protected]) Government plans to mobilise 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 expects to initiate its programme under the FUND24 framework. The remaining 90 percent is expected to come from private sources through a mix of […] The post Blended

In its quest to increase royalty receipts from mining companies operating across the country, the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF or the Fund) has intensified its monitoring efforts to ensure players in the industry honour their obligations to the state. The exercise, being carried out by the Business Development team of the Fund, is also […] The post MIIF

By Seth KRAMPAH, back from Abuja, Nigeria Africa is still lagging behind in global trade volumes despite its recent impressive growth rate of 12.4%. The continent’s share in global trade remains alarmingly low holding just 3.3%, notwithstanding signs of economic resilience and a strong rebound in merchandise trade, Afreximbank Trade Report has revealed. In spite […] The post Africa

Ecobank Ghana has launched a US$ 31 million concessional financing initiative to accelerate the deployment of solar energy in Ghana, in what is seen as a growing shift toward private-sector-led climate action in West Africa. The programme, known as the Accelerating Solar Action Programme (ASAP), is being rolled out in partnership with the Green Climate […] The post Ecobank

Zoomlion Ghana Limited has deployed 100 out of 200 new state-of-the-art waste management trucks nationwide, with the remaining 100 trucks expected to arrive soon. This initiative aims to boost Ghana’s waste management infrastructure, promoting cleaner and healthier communities across all 16 regions. The nationwide deployment, covering all 16 regions, significantly boosts Ghana’s waste management infrastructure, […] The post Zoomlion

Appolonia City, Rendeavour’s flagship mixed-use urban development in Ghana, is participating in the ongoing Ghana-China Business Summit at the Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra. The high-level event has brought together about 90 Chinese investors, entrepreneurs and business leaders seeking opportunities to invest and collaborate across sectors in Ghana. The summit is part of ongoing efforts […] The post Appolonia