…environmental, social and governance (ESG) storytelling: the new future of Public Relations By Kenneth HAMMOND-ARYEE (PhD) Digitalisation has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionising various fields and enhancing our creative capabilities, particularly within the creative economy. As we mark World Public Relations Day, it is clear that most of the conversation will centre on Artificial […] The post

The 2024 MTN Ashantifest Community Gala is gradually getting to its climax with eight teams making it to the quarter finals of the competition scheduled for Thursday and Friday. On Thursday, Ejisu would square off with Tech FC at the Otumfuo Park, Dechemso in the first match of the round which promises to be keenly […] The post Thursday, Friday set for MTN

Managing Consultant at Upscale PRO Angels Fertility, Roni Yeboah, has been crowned Ghana’s Most Outstanding Female in Alternative and Holistic Health Service at the 10th Feminine Ghana Achievement Awards 2024. The event was held at the luxurious Accra Marriot, situated in Airport City in Ghana’s capital, on July 5th. This prestigious award highlights Yeboah’s stunning […] The post

The Borteyman Sports Complex, a multi-disciplinary sports centre in Borteyman-Accra inaugurated merely five months ago by the President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa, has delivered tremendous value, underscoring the need for more investment in such facilities across the country. The inauguration of the Borteyman facility was an important and strategic investment instrumental to Ghana’s ability […] The post

By Emmanuel Boakye ANSAH Within the landscape of governance, the effectiveness of public policies hinges not only on their content or messengers but also on how they are perceived, accepted, and implemented by stakeholders. Governments worldwide are increasingly recognizing the pivotal role of stakeholder engagement and accountability in shaping policy direction and ensuring its successful […] The post

Members of the Board of Directors of the Gambia Ports Authority (GPA) have praised the leadership role the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has assumed in its business development activities. In addition to the success chalked by the Authority in port concession arrangements, the group was particularly impressed with the incorporation of health services into […] The post Gambia

Pretexting is a form of social engineering where attackers use tactics that rely on their skill in constructing a believable storyline to trick individuals into divulging sensitive information. It is a deceptive tactic often used to steal sensitive data and commit fraud, requiring more than just technical skills—it requires a storyline. How pretexting works The […] The post Pretexting:

By Shelter LOTSU(Dr) Accra, the bustling capital of Ghana, is home to over 2 million residents and a key destination for tourists. The city is a vibrant hub of culture, business and history, yet it faces significant challenges that undermine its potential. For example the unregulated use of roadside pavements as markets, roadside vehicle tire […] The post Revamping

By Emmanuel AKOMEA The Palms Convention Center, a state-of-the-art facility, has been launched to support other conventional centres to boost the activities of the hospitality sector and position the industry for growth. The General Manager of La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, Antony Ghansah, indicated that the focus has shifted toward hosting conferences and meetings as […] The post

A leading Research and Public Policy think tank CUTS International Accra has called on  the Minister for Trade and Industry, K.T Hammond to withdraw the Ghana Standards Authority (Pricing of Cement) Regulations 2024 from Parliament and rather pursue the Competition and Fair-Trade Practices Bill of 2022 as the later has the effect of not only […] The post

Following an assessment from an International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff report that emerged after the second review of Ghana’s 36-month Extended Credit Facility Arrangement, government has set a new indicative target to limit total disbursements under pre-Cut-Off Date (CoD) facilities to US$250million annually over the period of 2024-2025. This measure aims to keep disbursements within […] The post

Fisheries and Aquaculture Development Minister, Mavis Hawa Koomson, has signalled the country’s intention to join the Fisheries Transparency Initiative (FiTI), a global body that focuses on public access to information for thematic areas of marine capture fisheries. To this end, minister Mavis Hawa Koomson presented an official commitment letter to the FiTI International Board Chair, […] The post

Insurance Broker and Managing Director of Edward Mensah, Wood and Associates Limited, Yasmin Mensah, has been crowned Ghana’s Most Outstanding Female in Insurance Brokerage at the 10th Feminine Ghana Achievement Awards 2024. The event was held on July 5th at the luxurious Accra Marriott, located in Airport City, Accra. The prestigious award highlights her exceptional […] The post

By: Dorothy Klutse The transformative power of technology lies at the heart of the second Coding Caravan 2024, held on 19th June at Ghanata Senior High School in Dodowa, Greater Accra Region, Ghana. Organized by the Institute of ICT Professionals Ghana (IIPGH) and the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications (GCT), the event embraced the theme “Breaking […] The post

In the third quarter of 2023, 1.9 million youth aged 15 to 35 years in the country were not in education, employment, or training (NEET) according to the 2023 Annual Household Income and Expenditure Survey (AHIES). The survey put together by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) added that females representing 1.2 million outnumbered the males […] The post Almost

By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO Absa Bank, in partnership with Mastercard Foundation, has set out to support 10 businesses with GH¢1m under phase two of its grant initiative dubbed ‘Absa Fintech and Agritech Programme’. The initiative, which mainly focuses on micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in the Agritech and Fintech space, also addresses some challenges […] The post

By Korsi DZOKOTO The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has historically stood as a pillar of financial security for Ghanaian workers. However, recent events including the  sale of SSNIT-owned hotels and the escalating concerns voiced by worker unions have cast a shadow over its reputation. Mismanagement issues, political interference, and questionable decisions have […] The post

By Mary Anane AWUKU A few years ago, I worked with a startup where the Head of Customer Service was incredibly insensitive to the staff. There was one incident that really stuck with me. An employee came in late one day, apparently unwell. As a punishment, that employee was sent to the filing room and […] The post Human capital – a gold for entrepreneurs appeared first

Organised labour has issued a one-month ultimatum for the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) to address unresolved issues regarding the management of workers’ pensions. This demand follows SSNIT’s decision to halt the sale of 60 percent of its shares in four hotels, a move that led to the suspension of a planned nationwide […] The post Organised

… Prez Akufo-Addo, other top leaders kick off SME Summit focused on breaking barriers Government is today, Tuesday July 16, 2024, launching the SME Growth and Opportunity Programme, a move expedited to significantly bolster the SME sector. Spearheaded by the Ministries of Finance and Trade and Industry, this initiative aims to provide coordinated financial and […] The post Gov’t