By Ernest Bako WUBONTO With less than four months until the kick-off of the FIFA World Cup 2026, the High Commission of Canada in Ghana marked Black History Month by celebrating the deep football ties between the two nations and the vital role of the black diaspora in the beautiful game. The event, titled “Football […] The post Canada marks ‘Black

The national U20 Women’s Football Team has travelled to South Africa to secure victory and advance to the final stage of the World Cup qualifiers. The Black Princesses left Ghana desperately needing a win to progress after throwing away a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 at the Accra Sports Stadium last week. However, unfazed by […] The post Black Princesses keep World Cup hopes alive appeared

The Design and Technology Institute (DTI), in partnership with Kumasi Technical Institute (KTI) and its Precision Quality Internship (PQI) sub-implementing partner, Accents & Art, hosted the 2026 DTI Jobs and Opportunities Fair alongside the graduation ceremony of the latest PQI cohort. The joint event created a structured platform connecting skilled youth to industry players across […] The post DTI links graduates

Currency is a symbol of national pride and identity, yet the abuse of Cedi notes in Ghana remains a persistent problem. From reckless spraying at parties and funerals to damaging notes through neglect, these practices undermine the integrity of the Cedi and contribute to economic inefficiencies. The Bank of Ghana (BOG), through its Clean Notes […] The post Ending

Introduction In an era where technology drives nearly every aspect of business operations, securing the infrastructure that underpins organizational systems has never been more crucial. Active Directory (AD), the cornerstone of identity and access management for enterprises worldwide, has become a prime target for sophisticated cyberattacks. As businesses adopt cloud services and hybrid infrastructures, the […] The post ICT

By Elvis GUNU The beginning of a new year often comes with renewed commitments to healthier and more disciplined living. People resolve to eat better, exercise more, and manage their finances wisely. Yet, in an age where daily life is increasingly mediated by digital systems, one critical habit remains persistently overlooked: cyber hygiene. As digital […] The post Cyber hygiene:

As the country is in the throes of implementing a 24-hour economy policy, the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) reiterates that the initiative’s success hinges on strengthening local manufacturing capacity and protecting domestic industries from unfair competition. At the end of the AGI National Council Retreat 2026 held in Accra recently, captains of industry threw […] The post Editorial:

Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr. Gideon Boako – who happens to be a financial economist, has called on government to allow the export of surplus food produce. He believes this will be a remedy to country’s recurring food gluts, arguing that restrictions on external sales are worsening post-harvest losses and squeezing farmers’ incomes. […] The post Editorial:

The Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Mene, has underscored the AfCFTA Secretariat’s central role in advancing Africa’s vision for sovereignty, resilience, and inclusive growth, telling a high-level gathering that building a fully interoperable and integrated African digital economy is no longer aspirational but an urgent operational priority. E. Mene was […] The post Wamkele

By Marie-Noelle Nwokolo When Intel was weighing where to place its European manufacturing footprint in the late 1980s, Ireland was not the obvious pick. As Kingsley Aikins, cofounder of The Diaspora Institute, recalled during a recent Compact with Africa peer-learning session, Intel was leaning toward Scotland, which had a larger market, engineering pipeline, and industrial […] The post The

By Daniel QUIANOO In today’s rapidly changing educational landscape, universities face a multitude of challenges, including technological advancements, stringent regulatory requirements, and complex global operations. To effectively navigate these complexities, it is imperative for university internal audit functions to transition from traditional accounting-centric teams to units enriched with diverse expertise. This evolution is crucial for […] The post Evolving

As the world observes International Day of Women and Girls in Science, the spotlight turns to the critical role women play in advancing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). This global day is not only a celebration of achievements but also a call to dismantle barriers that limit female participation in innovation and education. In […] The post Empowering Women and Girls in Science

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has commended the Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) for its pivotal role in curbing the theft of electricity conductors in the Ashanti South Region. According to Ing. Kofi Adjabeng, Regional General Manager for Ashanti South, the drastic reduction in conductor theft has led to significant improvements in power supply […] The post ECG

Ghana’s growing urban mobility crisis where commuters spend long hours in gridlocks during peak or productive hours, is costing the economy an estimated GH¢4.5billion per annum, according to findings from a study conducted by Glima Research—a leading research and consulting firm. The study showed that traffic congestion, particularly along major ‘gridlock hotspots’ in Accra, has […] The post GH¢4.5bn

We have been curious about how the government was going to address the challenges brought on by the widening gap between global cocoa prices and the farmgate rate it had set for the crop season. Last week, we finally received some answers. Faced with the option of maintaining the farmgate rate and absorbing losses for […] The post SIKAKROM with

Africa’s share of the global rare earths market is expected to reach 9% by 2035 – but increased exploration could raise this contribution even further Global demand for rare earths is set to triple by 2035, reaching 150,000 tons from 91,000 tons in 2024. As producers and consumers seek new sources of supply to meet […] The post Africa’s rare earth momentum builds

By Kizito CUDJOE Government will cancel all uncompleted public land transactions and re-examine completed ones after reviewing 8,160 leases executed or initiated between 2017 and 2024 across all 16 regions, Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah has announced. The sweeping action follows a nationwide audit ordered by President John Dramani Mahama, which uncovered […] The post Gov’t

By Kizito CUDJOE Development finance experts have advised the government to channel any savings from debt relief into protecting water sources and intensifying the fight against illegal mining, warning that rising debt-service costs are squeezing funds for safe water even as river pollution spreads in mining communities. The appeal comes as African leaders met at […] The post Ring-fence

By Joshua AMLANU Ghana is pressing ahead with plans to construct a new air traffic control tower, link key airport terminals and re-establish a national airline as part of efforts to position the country as an aviation hub in West Africa, Transport Minister Joseph Nikpe has said. Speaking at the launch of activities to mark […] The post New control tower, terminal

Family-owned enterprises in Ghana are well placed to become regional champions and cross-sector market leaders, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) has said, highlighting strong global momentum behind family businesses and the importance of governance in driving sustainable growth. Speaking at IFC’s third Family Governance Workshop in Accra, Kyle Kelhofer, Senior Country Manager for Ghana and […] The post Family