By Francis Cofie The three- day Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) Region 8 Africa Student and Young Professionals (ASYP) Congress to provide professional mentorship and training to students and young professionals through interactive sessions on Science, Technology Engineering and Mathematics ( STEM) has ended at the University of Professional Studies( UPSA) in Accra. […] The post Three

At the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) in Algiers, a high-impact panel of African CEOs has convened to discuss actionable strategies for catalyzing private sector growth across the continent. The session, themed “Catalyzing Private Sector Growth in Africa; Insights from the CEOs at the Frontline”, moved beyond rhetoric to showcase real-world execution from mobilizing capital, […] The post CEOs

Technology has become deeply embedded in nearly every aspect of life, and with it, the threat of cybercrime continues to grow, creating serious challenges for individuals, businesses, and governments worldwide. Cybercriminals exploit vulnerabilities in digital systems to perpetrate a wide range of illegal activities, including data breaches, identity theft, financial fraud, and ransomware attacks. Beyond […] The post The

Summary of ICAG Public Financial Management lecture featuring Dr. Alex AMANKWAH-POKU, Chief Budget Analyst, Ministry of Finance. Ghana’s mid-year budget review for 2025 tells a remarkable story of economic transformation that deserves both recognition and scrutiny. The country has achieved what many thought impossible just eighteen months ago: a dramatic turnaround from fiscal crisis to […] The post 2025

Imagine showing up at a construction site in Lagos, Nairobi, or Accra with nothing but your bare hands. No hammer, no screwdriver, no tape measure—just vibes. The foreman would look at you as if you were auditioning for a comedy skit. And yet, many professionals do exactly this every day. They step into boardrooms, interviews, […] The post On

By Jason Scott This September, a decade of dedicated work in the startup ecosystem is coming to a head in a way I could have never imagined. A few years ago, I co-led Google’s program for founders from underrepresented backgrounds and geographies, an experience that challenged and enriched me in ways. Namely, in that role, […] The post My decade

…in the MultiChoice pricing saga By Julius Odoi AMESIMEKU, On August 1, 2025, Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George publicly called for MultiChoice Ghana to lower DStv subscription prices by 30% by August 7, threatening to suspend its broadcasting license if they failed to comply. He criticized the pricing as unjust, […] The post Is

By Ernest YEBOAH The fight against money laundering has become one of the most pressing global concerns of our time. Around the world, criminal syndicates and corrupt networks exploit financial loopholes to disguise illicit wealth, posing grave threats to national economies, governance, and security. Unfortunately, advances in technology have made these operations more complex, enabling […] The post Strengthening

By Ephraim Ofori NUMOSUOR When it comes to investing, one truth stands above all: there is no return without risk. In the world of money, “risk” refers to the possibility of losing part or all of your investment, while “return” is the profit or the reward you gain for taking the risk. Every Ghanaian who […] The post Risk vs. Return: What every investor must know appeared first on

…calls it a pillar of democratic governance By; Jennifer Anyeyore Azure Renowned communication scholar and media analyst, Professor Godwin Etse Sikanku, has commended President John Dramani Mahama for his consistent and strategic use of presidential press conferences, describing them as a “totemic feature” of his political career and a vital instrument for democratic accountability in […] The post Prof.

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo delivered a compelling inaugural address at the opening ceremony of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 underway in Algiers, Algeria. Obasanjo chairs the Advisory Council of the Intra African Trade Fair and emphasised that the IATF has evolved into a cornerstone of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agenda. […] The post Editorial:

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