By Bob Roco ROMEO The 88th edition of the Ada Asafotufiami Festival has been officially launched- with a strong call for peace, justice, and unity to remain the foundation of Ada’s development. Speaking at the press launch, held at the Ada Traditional Council Hall, Chairman of the Asafotufiami Planning Committee, Nene Agudey Obichere III, rallied […] The post Ada

New York Times-endorsed, Ghana’s premium luxury timepieces, Caveman Watches, has unveiled an exclusive partnership with Johnnie Walker. The partnership announcement event, held at the elegant NsuomNam Restaurant in Accra, unveiled the theme ‘Blue Circle’, a nod to excellence, timelessness, and bold identity. The event drew in brand executives, tastemakers, and distinguished personalities from Ghana’s lifestyle […] The post Caveman

 By Buertey Francis BORYOR President John Dramani Mahama has announced that Ghana’s long-awaited 24-hour economy initiative will officially commence on July 1, with Tema and Takoradi Ports set to operate 24 hours a day as part of a sweeping national plan to transform the country’s horticultural export capacity and unlock full agro-industrial productivity. The President […] The post Mahama

…eulogise Namibian Ambassador, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, as her tenure ends Diplomats gathered at the 35th Namibian Independence Day commemoration and farewell ceremony for the outgoing Ambassador, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, have rallied around the vision of a united and self-reliant Africa, especially in light of recent global shifts in aid and trade tariffs. Dean of the Southern Africa […] The post Diplomats

By  Prince Kojo TABIRI Esq. & Eric AKUAMOAH-BOATENG On May 22nd 2025, the United States House of Representatives passed the “One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act,” which includes provisions to impose a 3.5 percent tax on money sent abroad by immigrants, effective January 1, 2026, pending Senate approval. The bill targets non-U.S. citizens, including those on […] The post Africa

By Precious BAIDOO Ghana’s fintech sector is having a moment. There’s no denying the scene is electric. As a country, we seem to be no longer experimenting with digital finance. We are literally living it. With over 75 million mobile money (e-money) accounts. Which is more than twice the population (I will try and come […] The post Our fintech boom can’t run on hype alone appeared first

GCB Bank has marked a milestone in its digital transformation journey with an official awards ceremony recognizing recipients of its “Tap, Refer & Fly” Digital Loyalty Campaign, held at its Head Office on Monday, 9th June 2025.   The campaign, spanning from November 2024 to January 2025, was designed to expedite the utilization of the […] The post GCB Bank rewards

By Kizito CUDJOE Increased investment in ocean protection could help create jobs, strengthen local economies and curb rising losses from illegal fishing, a leading youth climate advocacy NGO – the Strategic Youth Network for Development (SYND) – has said. Executive Coordinator-SYND Chibeze Ezekiel, speaking on the sidelines of a ceremony to mark ‘World Ocean Day’ […] The post Ocean

St. John’s Hospital and Fertility Centre, a one-stop-shop family hospital serving your health needs with a customer-centric approach, has emerged triumphant at the 8th edition of the Ghana West Africa Business Excellence Awards, 2025. The renowned hospital, in a resounding testament to its bold legacy, was crowned the ‘Hospital of the Year Award’, solidifying its […] The post St.

St. John’s Hospital and Fertility Centre, a one-stop-shop family hospital serving your health needs with a customer-centric approach, has emerged triumphant at the 8th edition of the Ghana West Africa Business Excellence Awards, 2025. The renowned hospital, in a resounding testament to its bold legacy, was crowned the ‘Hospital of the Year Award’, solidifying its […] The post John’s

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Nsuaem Ghana Rubber Estates Limited (GREL) has handed over a two-unit staff accommodation facility valued at GH¢600,000 to Nsuaem Government Hospital in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem municipality of Western Region. The facility aims to alleviate longstanding housing challenges faced by healthcare workers in the area. Speaking at the handing-over ceremony, Corporate Affairs Manager-GREL […] The post GREL

By Peter Justice GARIBA Drug abuse in Ghana has become a growing national concern, threatening not only the health and future of our youth but also the stability and development of our economy. The time has come for a bold, strategic, and coordinated approach to address this crisis head-on. Across the country, particularly in urban […] The post Tackling drug abuse: A call for

By Olabisi D. AKINKUGBE (Prof) The pivotal role that African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AMFIs) serve as an important alternative source of financing for governments in Africa and the Global South is under significant threat. While historically, the AFMIs preferred creditor status (PCS) and their treatment on equal basis like other Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) has […] The post Undermining

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The West African Gas Pipeline Authority (WAGPA) has signalled a potential expansion of the US$1billion infrastructure beyond its current four-nation configuration. This is expected position the West African Gas Pipeline (WAGP) as the lynchpin of a broader regional gas market, At the 2025 West Africa Gas Summit (WAGS) in Accra, WAGPA […] The post WAGPA

Devtraco Plus introduces a smarter, more flexible way to invest and live in Accra real estate The real estate market is rapidly evolving, and Devtraco Plus continues to stay ahead of the curve. Our latest offering, ARLO, located in the upscale Cantonments area, presents a fresh, future-forward take on real estate investment in Accra; serviced […] The post ARLO serviced apartments:

Provisional figures released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) indicate that the economy has expanded by 5.3 percent in first quarter-2025, up from 4.9 percent recorded for the same period of 2024. Government Statistician Alhassan Iddrisu noted that Real GDP for 2025 Q1 was GH¢53.5bn, up from GH¢50.8bn recorded in 2024 Q1. The 2025 Q1 […] The post Editorial: Q1 GDP grows by 5.3% appeared first

A new study by the University of Ghana (UG) has revealed that despite accruing commendable oil revenues since 2011, the country’s oil wealth has not significantly improved socio-economic conditions for citizens. The study – by University of Ghana Business School with support from the Ford Foundation – covered from 2011 to 2023 and was conducted […] The post Editorial:

By Elizabeth H. AVUMEGAH On a tranquil Sunday evening, V. L. K. Djokoto, clothed in a turquoise linen shirt and loose-fitting navy-blue linen trousers, is at the lounge of his townhouse, the Ka xoxowo Salon — a late 90s residence which houses and displays an eclectic private collection of authentic African art — planted on […] The post L. K. Djokoto – Collecting tribal

In a demonstration of its commitment to supporting national development and fostering strong partnerships, Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has donated a number of air conditioners to the Ghana Armed Forces. The donation was made on Friday, 30th May 2025, as part of the bank’s ongoing efforts to support critical service providers in the country. The […] The post Access Bank strengthens

By Joshua AMLANU & Ebenezer NJOKU The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reported a marked increase in its expenditure on printing the cedi – both notes and coins – with costs rising 47 percent year-on-year to GH¢986.88 million for the year ending December 31, 2024. This marks a sharp rise from GH¢354.53million in 2023, highlighting […] The post Cost of printing cedi jumps 47% in 2024 appeared