By Samuel Lartey (Prof.), [email protected] The Makola Market in Accra is not merely a marketplace, it is an institution. For generations, it has been a central hub of commerce and livelihoods for Ghana’s ca pital city and beyond. At its heart lie the Ga Makola Queens, a group of influential market women who have played […] The post Ga Makola queens: driving

By John S. QUAISIE In our desire to prepare adequately for a successful retirement experience, we tend to lay a lot of emphasis on money and wealth as indispensable ingredients.  However, factors that account for successful and enjoyable retirement life go beyond the rich and enviable pension package. In their determination to make the best […] The post Retirement

The Janet O. Boadi Foundation has officially launched its mission to bridge the educational gap and empower underserved communities under the theme “Empowering Minds, Building Futures.” Founded by visionary leader Janet Osei-Boadi, the foundation is dedicated to providing educational opportunities, resources, and support to enhance access to quality education across Ghana and beyond. The inaugural […] The post

Malaika Dela Bakar, the Senior Vice President of Energy & Infrastructure at Stanbic Bank Ghana, has emphasized the need for a stronger regulatory framework to boost local companies’ involvement in Ghana’s oil and gas industry. She made these remarks during the annual Local Content Conference and Exhibition (LCCE) held in Takoradi, in the Western Region […] The post

Honda’s mini-adventurer gets a new name – and even more rugged style – for 24YM. Power and torque remain the same for the 471cc engine – at 35kW and 43Nm – while an ECU update improves acceleration feel and Honda Selectable Torque Control is now standard. New wheels save 1.5kg of unspring weight, adding to […] The post 24YM HONDA NX500 appeared first on

Chanzo Capital, in partnership with Startup Bootcamp Africa, MEST Africa, ANTLER, iHub and GrowthAfrica, has selected ten startups and ten scaleups from Tanzania, Kenya, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa and Mozambique to pitch at the 11th Angel Fair Africa on November 7-8 at the Two Rivers International Finance and Innovation Center (TRIFIC) in Nairobi, […] The post 20

By Derrick Senyo DIABA You hear them all the time, words like digital, digitalize, and digitalization, they become an attractive trio that’s gives a feeling of modernity and contemporary living and lifestyle. In their trail are equally attractive phrases like digital economy, cashless, e-pharmacy, fintech, aggrotech and the like, some are new coinages, and others […] The post

On Saturday, 19th October, one of the finest gentle brains and astute economists of our generation will be laid to rest in Johannesburg, South Africa. Tito Mboweni may not be a household name in Ghana, but he was undoubtedly one of the brilliant minds who worked tirelessly to guide South Africa through its transition to […] The post Tito Mboweni: A legacy

FirstBank Ghana is celebrating Pink October month drawing attention to Breast Cancer and the challenges it poses to society at an event which hosted key stakeholders including the medical community. October is recognised worldwide as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to increase awareness and promote education on breast cancer. In observance of Pink October, […] The post

In a smart move, Emirates is now extending its immersive virtual training platform MIRA to the airline’s number one priority – safety. The airline’s nearly 23,000, and rapidly growing, cabin crew team, who are responsible for the safety of millions of travellers every year, will soon be able to complete their recurrent SEP ( Emirates cabin […] The post  Emirates

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has officially received the first copy of the Oxford Business Group’s (OBG) annual economic report, The Report: Ghana 2024. The report, was presented during a meeting between the President, Oxford Business Group and the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) in Accra. It explores the factors behind Ghana’s positive economic growth […] The post President receives

Dry spells and drought conditions have affected 1.8 million hectares of agricultural land in the country, resulting in crop revenue losses amounting to some GH¢22.2billion for 2023 and 2024. Data from the Ghana Grains Council (GGC) suggest the Northern and Savannah Regions – which are responsible for a significant portion of the country’s maize, millet, […] The post

By Robert DZATO The story is told of a Ghana Man (GM) who went to Japan. At the end of his visit, he decided to get a souvenir from Japan for his wife. He entered a Japanese shop to get something nice. At the entrance of the shop was a young Japanese Girl (JG), who […] The post Building my nation through Customer Experience: The Japanese

Through a series of safety initiatives, Bolt has launched its safety campaign that aims to raise awareness of safety features, safety initiatives, and scaling preventative measures to prevent safety cases before they happen. As part of this campaign, Bolt is ramping up efforts to enhance safety by rolling out comprehensive driver training programs, forming key […] The post Bolt

led by mining, manufacturing but energy woes persist A News Desk Report The industrial sector delivered a strong performance in the second quarter (Q2) of 2024 , recording a year-on-year (YoY) growth of 8.2 percent according to the latest Index of Industrial Production (IIP) released by Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The growth was largely driven […] The post Industrial

By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO The U.S. Embassy in Accra has committed US$1.7million (nearly GH¢30million) to support drought victims in the Northern Region and middle belt. At a press briefing, following the Coastal States Stability Mechanism (CSSM) launch, U.S. Ambassador to Ghana Virginia E. Palmer made this known – indicating that the support for drought victims […] The post United

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) Deputy Director-West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL), Professor Kehinde Ogunjobi has underscored the critical role of research and capacity-building in boosting Africa’s climate resilience. Professor Ogunjobi, who doubles as director of research at WASCAL Competence Centre in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, stressed the need for […] The post

Barcelona legends to play Black Stars legends for peace Ronaldinho expected in Ghana in November A News Desk Report Ghana is set to host a high-profile football event aimed at promoting peace and unity ahead of the 2024 general elections. The initiative, dubbed OAD PEACEGOALS 2024, will feature a match between Barcelona Legends, led by […] The post ELECTION

GCB Bank PLC has officially launched its Customer Experience campaign dubbed ‘Go Beyond’, aimed at inspiring staff to deliver delightful experiences that exceed customers’ expectations at all touchpoints. As part of activities earmarked for the customer experience campaign, the Bank organised a dynamic workshop intended at empowering customers in the Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) […] The post

As Ghana positions itself as a leading tourist destination in West Africa, the country’s hospitality sector is evolving rapidly to meet increasing demand. With a surge in both leisure and business travelers, the need for premium accommodation and top-tier services is more pressing than ever. The growth of the hospitality industry has not only bolstered […] The post River