By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The value of essential agricultural and related imports was US$2.66billion in 2023, a decrease of about 2.5 percent compared to US$2.73billion in 2022, data from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) have indicated. USDA noted the slump was due to relatively minimal gains made toward advancing the country’s economy after an […] The post Essential

By Kizito CUDJOE Ghana will soon introduce a legislative instrument (LI) aimed at regulating community development agreements (CDAs) to ensure such agreements genuinely address the needs of local communities impacted by mining activities, President Nana Akufo-Addo has said. Speaking at the inauguration of Cardinal Namdini Mine – operated by the Shandong Gold Group,  in Talensi […] The post

By Juliet ETEFE, New Delhi   India’s trade with Africa is nearing US$100billion and cumulative investments surpass US$75billion. This, says Special Secretary-Economic Relations and Development Partnership Administration (ER&DPA), Ministry of External Affairs, India, Shri P. Kumaran, represents his country’s commitment to building strong, sustainable economic ties with Africa through mutual respect and collaboration. Mr. Kumaran […] The post

Ransford Kwaku Otopa Atiemo, the 2024 Best Farmer second runner-up won a brand-new Massey Ferguson tractor, complete with accessories donated by Stanbic Bank Ghana. The symbolic key to the vehicle was handed over at the 40th National Best Farmer Awards dinner held last Friday at Alisa Hotel in Accra. Mr. Atiemo encouraged aspiring farmers to […] The post National

The country’s ambitious Petroleum Hub Project, an initiative of President Nana Akufo-Addo, continues to take significant steps toward transforming the nation’s petroleum downstream sector into a modern, diversified and financially sustainable ‘energy economy’. The Petroleum Hub is expected to ensure that all homes and industries in Ghana have access to reliable, affordable and environmentally sustainable […] The post

In the Ahafo Region of Ghana, a transformative initiative is reshaping the trajectory of countless young lives. The Newmont Ahafo Development Foundation (NADeF) scholarship scheme, launched in 2009, serves as a vital tool for empowering youth through education and vocational training. With its focus on formal education and employable skills development, this initiative has become […] The post

Leading Ghanaian real estate developer, RSS Developers Ltd, has officially opened its latest upscale residential project, Meridian Gardens Estate, reaffirming its commitment to providing modern, high-quality living spaces for Ghanaians. This state-of-the-art development features two and three-bedroom apartments designed to the highest standards of comfort and convenience. Each unit comes with a range of premium […] The post

By Emmanuel AKOMEA The Team Lead for DeveloPPP Ghana, GIZ, Dr. Holger Till, has indicated that Pandemic Management Projects have successfully reached over one million people, providing essential support and resources to mitigate the impact of COVID-19. Speaking at the close-out of Pandemic Management projects implemented by GIZ, he highlighted the initiatives’ key objectives and […] The post

By Afia Gyapomah TWUMASI The traditional financial system, led by brick-and-mortar banks, has historically supported economic growth. However, it could not enable access for many to be financially included and was saddled with service inefficiencies. Over the last decade, technological innovations like ATMs, online banking, and mobile banking were deployed to transformed financial services and […] The post

By Dede WOBIL In the global push towards sustainable development, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks have emerged as vital tools for businesses aiming to align with ethical, social, and environmental responsibilities. With growing economic prospects and complex social dynamics in Ghana, ESG can be crucial in addressing critical human rights issues. As organizations and […] The post

As VCTF marks its 20th anniversary, we look back at two decades of empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and advancing Ghana’s venture capital ecosystem. A legacy of growth and partnership With a clear mandate to drive economic growth by providing venture capital to Ghanaian SMEs, the Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF) established itself in […] The post

BetPawa, a prominent online sports betting brand and sponsor of the Ghana Premier League (GPL), has announced an expansion in the scope of its partnership with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for the local clubs. The Locker Room Bonus (LRB) was introduced in the GPL during the 2022/23 season to celebrate winners and further reward […] The post

Accra Hearts of Oak has moved to fifth position on the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League (GPL) table after securing their first back-to-back victory of the season with a lone goal triumph over Vision FC. Mawuli Wayo’s second-half strike for the Phobians helped them earn the narrow 1-0 win over Vision FC at the University of […] The post 2024\25

By Buertey Francis BORYOR In a bold step to position Ghana as the destination of choice for business process outsourcing (BPO) in Africa, German Cooperation, Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), and other key stakeholders, officially launched the ‘Business Outsourcing Services Association of Ghana’ (BOSAG), in Accra, November 12, 2024. The BOSAG’s launch plays a significant […] The post BOSAG

By Kizito CUDJOE The Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, has called for broader efforts to embed Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practices, particularly mediation, into the legal system to fully leverage its potential. “This includes integrating mediation within our legal frameworks, training legal professionals and informing the public on mediation’s benefits,” Justice Torkornoo stated, during remarks delivered […] The post

By Bernard Yaw ASHIADEY The Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) Ghana is one of the five winners of the 2024 Earthshot Prize. With each winner receiving £1 million to accelerate and scale the impact of their innovative environmental solutions, GAYO’s win, for the ‘Clean Our Air’ category, is a major boost to climate activists in Ghana […] The post GAYO wins 2024 £1m

In a heartfelt show of support for breast cancer awareness, MTN Ghana organized “Y’ello Goes Pink Day” for its staff in October 2024. The event, held at MTN House and its regional offices, was part of a series of activities aimed at raising awareness about the disease. Before the Y’ello Goes Pink Day event commenced, […] The post MTN employees support

The African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) have asked 54 African countries to end dolarisation of petroleum products. They asked the African countries to build integrated infrastructure to guarantee energy security that is independent of developed countries to stabilise their economies. President of the ARDA, Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, while speaking at the African Energy Week […] The post

October, globally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, marks an important time for The Trust Hospital. As the hospital’s principal Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Pink October, now in its 15th year, is dedicated to enhancing awareness and promoting the early detection of breast cancer. Through a comprehensive series of screenings, outreach initiatives, and community […] The post

By Adjoa KWAKYE When I look back at the comms landscape in 2019, it feels like an entirely different world. The way we communicated, the strategies we relied on, and the media we engaged with have evolved in ways we could not have predicted. From the growing importance of digital platforms to the rise of […] The post Five lessons from my five years in comms appeared