What is the weight of a promise? A promise is a powerful thing. In law and in business, not every promise carries weight. Some promises are just words, while others can land you in court if you break them. I came across this legal principle while preparing an academic submission for my ongoing Master of Laws […] The post What makes a Promise legally binding?

 The ECG Training Centre marked a significant milestone with the graduation of 14 participants from its inaugural Youth Apprenticeship Programme in Electrical Installation. Among the graduates were two pioneering young women, signaling progress towards gender inclusivity in the traditionally male-dominated electrical engineering field. The six-month programme, which commenced in June 2024, offered comprehensive training in […] The post

By Gambrah Sampeney KWABENA ADJEI There is a common misconception that once we have heard or read something, we can automatically apply it to our lives and expect immediate results. However, the reality is that the journey to success is often fraught with challenges, setbacks and pain points. These pain points are the moments of […] The post  Pain Points appeared first on

By Samuel Lartey(Prof), [email protected] The relationship between lifestyle, recreation, work, productivity, profitability, and health is crucial in shaping the well-being of individuals, businesses, entrepreneurs, and national economic growth. In Ghana, the impact of lifestyle choices is not only felt on a personal level but also extends to government initiatives, local governments, and businesses. A well-balanced lifestyle […] The post

Schistosomiasis, also known as bilharzia, remains a significant public health challenge in Ghana, affecting millions of people, particularly school-aged children. Dr. Enoch Mensah Boateng, a renowned biomedical expert and researcher, emphasizes the urgent need for effective control measures to combat this neglected tropical disease. The primary strategy for controlling schistosomiasis in Ghana has been mass […] The post

By Rafiq Nungor ADAM The Executive Director of MBC Africa, Madam Tenemba Anna Samaké, has called on local investors to channel their resource into agribusiness, noting its potential to drive growth. Speaking at the Agribusiness Festival (AgricFest) in Wa, Upper West Region, Madam Samaké highlighted the sector’s interdependence with all aspects of the economy and […] The post MBC Africa CEO urges local

A local business owner marvels at the rise of a global brand like Coca-Cola and thinks, “They’ve made it. They don’t need marketing anymore or even bother with social media.” But here’s the twist, Coca-Cola spends quite a fortune annually to refine their communication strategy to remain top-of-mind. Why? Because no matter how iconic a […] The post Best

By Abenaa AGYEKUM Legal disputes often make headlines, sparking public interest in court cases. Naturally, when people want to understand a legal issue, they reach out to the closest lawyer they know. I have noted that, after providing them with the ‘headnotes,’ they often bring up their own disputes and ask for representation in the […] The post 5 reasons

The Yamoransa Model (YM) Labs Program, funded by the Helping Africa Foundation (HAF) and managed by IMPLEMENTERS, is excited to announce the fourth edition of the Annual Impact Roundtable Discussion (AIRTAD) and Robotics Competition, taking place from 22nd to 26th February 2025. It is under theme: “The Yamoransa Model Impact Year: Scaling the Successes of […] The post

By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO The Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Agribusiness (CAG), Anthony Morrison, has cited the lack of impact assessment and post-project monitoring mechanisms as key factors hindering the complete usage of development funds for projects in the agricultural sector. He explained that the absence of a proper mechanism in place to […] The post

By Rafiq Nungor ADAM The Affirmative Action Coalition has expressed outrage over the absence of women in the shortlisted candidates for Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in the Upper West Region. Despite President John Dramani Mahama’s promise to ensure at least 30 percent women representation in his government, not a single woman was […] The post

By Derek B. LARYEA The recent vetting of Samuel George as the incoming Minister for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation has sparked a wave of optimism among technology enthusiasts, industry professionals, and the public. His extensive knowledge, clear vision, and practical approach to tackling long-standing challenges in Ghana’s tech sector have left many feeling reassured […] The post

The Youth Climate Council Ghana (YCC), an independent youth institutional mechanism for the youth climate movement in Ghana expresses deep concern and strongly opposes the recent proposal by parliament to establish a pension fund scheme for Members of Parliament (MPs) using revenues from the carbon market. YCC noted that, the proposal directly undermines Ghana’s climate […] The post

Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL) faces one of its factories’ potential shutdown due to severe encroachment on its plantation by illegal mining activities. The Corporate Affairs Manager-GREL, Perry Acheampong, laments that “we are unable to access parts of the plantation”. Once the land is taken over the trees are destroyed, leading to a loss in […] The post

By Elizabeth PUNSU AmaliTech Ghana has opened a new branch in Kumasi, its third in the country. It adds to the Takoradi and Accra branches where the company has been operating since its establishment in 2019. The new branch is a testament of AmaliTech’s commitment to innovation, inclusivity and global impact. It meets the needs […] The post AmaliTech opens Kumasi branch appeared

An announcement by the Tree Crop Development Authority (TCDA) cautioning persons and companies exporting raw cashew nuts (RCN) without registration and licence to desist demonstrates the authority’s regulatory powers. Consequently, TCDA reminds all and sundry that the act constitutes a violation of laws governing the country’s cashew export trade and stipulates sanctions. Indeed, worry has […] The post

Art Fri. Jan. 24 – Ongoing. This Land Sings in Pattern We Cannot Name. A solo exhibition by Mia Ghogho, presented by The Joyce Quarshie Foundation & Hannah Kudjoe initiative. The exhibition is curated by Sally Polley + Nana Yaa Poku Asare-Boadu. @Berj Gallery, Accra. Community Fri. Feb. 7 – Weekly. Ghud Park Playgrounds. Fun […] The post Accra Life: The essential

By Hilda Aku ASIEDU The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) have become a global buzzword, but how much do we understand them? Adopted in 2015 by 193 United Nations member states, the SDGs aim to end poverty, protect the planet, and promote peace and prosperity by 2030. For Ghana, like many African nations, these goals offer […] The post Understanding the

A News Desk Report Modernisation of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), development of a national pipeline network and reassessment of taxation policies that contribute to high fuel costs are the top issues which must be addressed to stabilise the domestic petroleum sector. A report by the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) warns that without […] The post

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The Africa Centre for Digital Transformation (ACDT) has urged government to prioritise, among other things, a reduction in data cost and growing the cybersecurity fund to achieve its intended purpose. The Executive Vice President-ACDT, Evelyn Atuahene, in a congratulatory message to Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation Samuel Nartey George, […] The post