By Kizito CUDJOE, Abidjan – Côte d’Ivoire A policy analyst and advocacy officer in sovereign debt management, Shem Joshua Otieno, has raised concerns about Africa’s financial challenges amid a persistently austere global economic landscape. He lamented that as of 2024, the continent finds itself entangled in a web of debt, with a staggering total of […] The post Africa’s

Cocoa farmers in the Atwima Mponua District have been urged to adopt climate-smart farming practices to boost cocoa production in the district. Mr. Kwame Kyere Pumpuni, a Community Liaison Officer for the Resource Conservation Initiative (RESCONI), said that the motivation behind this initiative is to ensure a decent living income for cocoa farmers. For him, […] The post

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected] In 2023, Ghana International Bank (GHIB) intermediated over US$8billion in payments for financial institutions in West Africa, solidifying its position as a key player in the region’s financial landscape. This milestone was highlighted at a grand reception marking the bank’s 65th anniversary, which underscored GHIB’s commitment to fostering international […] The post

Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC has successfully completed a comprehensive upgrade of its core banking system, signifying its dedication to enhancing operational efficiency, security, and customer service delivery. The new system incorporates state-of-the-art technologies that will streamline various banking processes, ultimately leading to a more seamless and responsive service for all customers. Speaking on the  milestone,  […] The post

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The tourism sector generated approximately US$3billion during the 2023 operational year from inbound tourist arrivals, against a projected US$3.4billion, according to the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA). At the launch of the 2022 Tourism Report last year, the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MoTAC) and the GTA set a target of attracting […] The post Tourism

The Entrepreneurs Foundation of Ghana (EFG) has successfully hosted the 14th edition of the Ghana Entrepreneur and Corporate Executive Awards 2024, honouring exceptional entrepreneurs, business executives, corporate leaders and public sector CEOs who have made significant contributions to the country’s economy and have inspired others with their vision, leadership and achievements. The event, held under the […] The post

By Mohammed AWAL The Minister of Communications and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has reiterated the government’s steadfast commitment to leveraging technology to propel development and foster economic growth. Speaking at the 12th Information Communications Technology for Development (ICT4D) Conference in Accra, Mrs. Owusu-Ekuful emphasised the pivotal role that technology plays in shaping the country’s future. “The […] The post

The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, concluded her visit to Ghana on Monday, 18th March, 2024, following two days of productive engagements. Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, bid farewell to the IMF MD, alongside the First and Second Deputy Governors of the bank and the IMF […] The post IMF MD departs