The Executive Committee of the Pan African Business Forum (PABF) has made two new appointments to its senior management structure. After a Special Annual General Board Meeting (SAGM) held in Johannesburg (South Africa) a unanimously decision was made to adopt the proposition of the chairman of the PABF Board, Dr Ladislas Prosper Agbesi for the […] The post Pan African Business Forum

By Appiah Kusi Adomako Esq On Thursday, May 1, 2025, Ghana will once again observe May Day as a statutory public holiday. As is customary, many workers will leave their offices by noon on Wednesday, with some not returning until the following Monday. This pattern, common for holidays falling on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, […] The post  The hidden costs of midweek

Maternal healthcare remains a critical concern in our world today. FEEP Fibertech, a KIC-funded business, provides a solution that merges sustainability with affordability. With the commitment to improving maternal health, FEEP Fibertech is transforming plantain stem fibers into eco-friendly delivery mats, providing a safer, cleaner, and more accessible birthing experience for mothers. With the increasing […] The post Transforming

By Konrad Kodjo Djaisi Dr. Kwabena Nyarko Otoo, deputy Secretary-General of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), has observed that the labour market is marked by low pay and incomes in Ghana. Elucidating further, he observed that the daily minimum wage of GH?19.97 translates to      US$1.28 for eight hours work and this is below […] The post Organised labour discusses wages @ pre-May

It’s a conversation many avoid but feel every day — Ghanaian salaries are painfully low. According to the Ghana Statistical Service, the average public sector worker earned about GH?2,594 per month in 2022, rising slightly to GH?2,922 in 2023. In comparison, the average American worker earned around $65,470 annually — about GH?720,000 — while even […] The post Insight

By Marie-Noelle NWOKOLO Africa’s aviation sector is at a critical juncture. While the challenges – fragmented airspace, high fares, and limited connectivity – are well known, the path forward is now clearer. Several African countries have already demonstrated how the right policies, partnerships, and investments can create robust aviation sectors that drive economic growth and […] The post Soaring

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi Rotary International District 9104 has held its second Annual District Conference (DISCON 25) in Takoradi on the theme ‘The Magic of Rotary’. The two-day conference was attended by over 1,000 Rotarians within Ghana and beyond.The District Governor, Florence Maame Hagan, at the conference opening reflected on the year under review […] The post Rotary

By Buertey Francis BORYOR  Solis Microfinance Ltd has unveiled a new user-friendly mobile banking app at a well-attended launch event in Accra last Wednesday. The innovative mobile app is designed to bring financial services to millions of underserved Ghanaians. It is to make saving money and getting loans easier for citizens, especially those working in […] The post Solis

By Elizabeth PUNSU A total 377 representing 89.3 percent of 422 complaints received against the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and Ghana Water Limited (GWL) for first quarter ending March 2025 were resolved successfully, the Ashanti Region Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) office has said. “Of the total complaints, 397 – accounting for 94.1 percent […] The post PURC

Ghana’s horticultural sector is steadily transforming into one of the engines of economic development, food security and export diversification. As global demand for fresh and processed horticultural products continues to rise, Ghana is positioning itself to become a leading player in the global horticulture market. This vibrant sector – spanning fruits, vegetables, spices and herbs, […] The post Horticulture

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY  Clement Amankwah, the Western Region Malaria Focal Person, has revealed that malaria continues to top Out Patients Department (OPD) attendance cases in the region despite several interventions. He revealed that there was a 12.4% increase in malaria cases across the region – from 470,062 cases in 2023 to 528,937 in 2024. […] The post Malaria cases top OPD

By Professor Douglas BOATENG “Tell a man he is poor long enough, and he will stop looking for wealth.” Words are powerful. They shape beliefs, influence actions, and ultimately define destinies. In Africa, the persistent drumbeat of poverty has been played so loudly and for so long that it has become the continent’s background music. […] The post The Inconvenient Truth:

The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong has revealed that the Bank will strengthen its core mandate as the bank of choice for agribusiness financing. He also reaffirmed the commitment of ADB PLC to lead financial intermediation for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in Ghana. Addressing the media […] The post ADB

“Love forgives shortcomings.” – Akan proverb Life is a huge maze. And interestingly, the layout is different for each of us. For each however, the maze is winding and can sometimes be tortuous. And as one gets older, it gets bigger, thicker and scarier. The clues we receive from others with regards to navigating the […] The post The Attitude Lounge with Kodwo BRUMPON: A walk

The World Bank Senior Procurement Specialist and Procurement Hub Coordinator for Ghana, Liberia and Sierra Leone, Ms. Lina Tutunji, has said that Contract Management is not only about applying rules, it is also about judgment, negotiation and practical problem-solving. Ms. Lina Tutunji said this on Monday, April 28, 2025, when she delivered an opening address […] The post Contract

The French Ambassador to Ghana and his team went to the North of Ghana to strengthen cooperation between France and Northern Ghana, particularly in the areas of agriculture and urban development. President  John Mahama has emphasized on several occasions that Northern Ghana has the potential to become “the country’s breadbasket.” To reach this goal, the […] The post “Team

Without smarter fiscal strategies, the country risks losing vital port traffic to neighbouring competitors. From 2017 to 2021, Ghana’s ports thrived on tax relief measures such as the Benchmark Value Discount Policy (BVDP) and import duty exemptions which helped boost cargo throughput, particularly during economic uncertainty under the COVID-19 pandemic. Subsequent abolition of the BVDP […] The post Editorial:

Discussions around the rise in pension fund assets took centre-stage at yesterday’s Money Summit 2025 organised by B&FT in partnership with Ecobank, the Pan-African bank. This comes at a time when pension funds under management (AUM) are growing sharply. The value stood at GH¢78.2billion at the end of June 2024 – according to figures from […] The post Editorial: New model

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Financial services providers must expand their offerings to include more alternative investment vehicles while pairing them with robust investor education, experts at the 2025 Money Summit in Accra have said. They argued that while macroeconomic stability is returning, rebuilding trust and fostering a new investment culture […] The post TMS25:

The Center for Financial Literacy Education Africa (CFLE-Africa) today concluded its month-long campaign in observance of Financial Literacy Month, marking a remarkable period of engagement, education, and nationwide mobilisation under the theme: “Building Wealth, Changing Lives: Strengthening Communities through Personal and Business Financial Education.” Throughout the month of April, CFLE-Africa led an expansive campaign designed […] The post Financial