Dr. Kwasi Ampofo, Head of Mining and Metals at Bloomberg NEF in London, has called for a comprehensive overhaul of the nation’s mining policies to balance the interests of businesses, the government, local communities and the environment. Speaking at the 12th ‘ALUMaT Lecture’ to mark 20 years of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT), […] The post Dr.

By Kizito CUDJOE The Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed confidence in security agencies’ preparedness as the country heads toward the 2024 general elections. Speaking at the 53rd Police Cadet Officers’ Course graduation at the National Police Training School in Accra, Dr. Bawumia assured that the upcoming elections […] The post

Paris is set to host the 6th edition of Ambition Africa on November 19 and 20, 2024, a leading event that highlights the economic and commercial relations between France and Africa. Organized by Business France under the aegis of the French Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Industry, as well as the French Ministry for Europe […] The post Ambition

By Senyo M ADJABENG Navigating a challenging relationship with a difficult boss is a common but often precarious task in any career. In my experience, and from this part of the world,  I think the phenomenon is so common especially since I have not worked with a ‘good boss’, except one, in my over 2 […] The post Managing a difficult

By Korsi DZOKOTO John Dramani Mahama’s 2024 manifesto outlines significant reforms aimed at modernizing the Ghana Prisons Service and improving the welfare of its personnel. The manifesto presents a two-pronged strategy that focuses on the modernization and humanization of the prison system, alongside much-needed infrastructural development. By changing the very nature of the Ghana Prisons […] The post

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has assured that it is implementing proactive measures to strengthen its foreign reserves in response to the ongoing depreciation of the cedi against major currencies. With the festive season approaching, the Central Bank is preparing for an anticipated increase in foreign exchange demand, a strategic initiative designed to stabilize the […] The post BoG

…marks new era of digital connectivity By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Ghana has officially entered the 5G era, with the government launching next-generation telecommunications infrastructure that promises to revolutionise digital connectivity across the nation, through Next Gen Infraco (NGIC), the 5G wholesale infrastructure provider. The rollout by NGIC is expected to initially deploy 5G services in […] The post 5G

By Bernard Yaw ASHIADEY & Joshua Worlasi AMLANU In a strategic shift, CalBank has pivoted from its traditional corporate focus to a dynamic retail banking model. A strategic move that is redefining its market position and shaping a new financial growth trajectory. The bank’s turnaround comes after weathering a severe economic downturn that left it […] The post CalBank

FirstBank Ghana has reported remarkable financial performance for the third quarter of 2024, as the profit soared by remarkable growth of 36%, year-on-year. The bank’s performance can be attributed to a substantial growth in revenue, which leaped from GH¢265m to an impressive GH¢399m over the same period culminating in a growth of 51%. Notably, this […] The post FirstBank

Stanbic Bank Ghana has unveilled its new Youth Banking Proposition, an innovative solution tailored to meet the unique financial needs of young Ghanaians. It marks a major milestone in the bank’s commitment to advancing financial inclusion and empowering the country’s youth for financial independence. Speaking at the launch event in Accra, Kwamina Asomaning, Chief Executive-Stanbic […] The post

The 2024 Ghana Energy Awards, the 8th edition of the scheme, has bestowed various honours on 34 outstanding individuals and organisations in the country’s energy sector in Accra. The acknowledgments were in recognition of the recipients’ exceptional contributions to national development through strategic and innovative solutions to the country’s energy challenges. Organised by the Energy […] The post

The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development (ADB PLC), Alhaji Alhassan Yakubu-Tali has been adjudged Public Sector CEO of the Year 2024 at the prestigious Ghana Business Awards night at the Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel in Accra. The awards night was held on Saturday, October 26, 2024, and was attended by CEOs and captains […] The post ADB MD is public sector

The Zion Helping Hand Foundation (ZHHF), a non-governmental organisation dedicated to transforming lives and communities, celebrated its fifth anniversary on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at the Presbyterian Women’s College of Education (PWCE) in Aburi, Eastern Region. The milestone event highlighted the foundation’s achievements since its inception in 2019 and sets the stage for future development […] The post

YFM, Ghana’s leading urban radio station, joined the global fight against breast cancer, with various activities throughout the month of October. The brand put together an array of engaging activities, which were aimed at raising awareness, dispel myths and encourage breast screening. Throughout the month of October, there were social media posts to sensitise and […] The post

Like most traditional festivals in Ghana, the ‘Te Za’ of the As?gli State delivers joy that unites its people. Kofi Dro, who was at the recent event, and PaJohn Bentsifi Dadson file this report. It’s just gone past 3 o’clock in the afternoon. The vibration in the air has changed gears. You can tell matters […] The post Te Za: the festival

Rock City Hotel, one of Ghana’s prestigious hotels, recently organised a successful breast cancer screening and blood donation event, drawing a diverse crowd of participants eager to make a difference in both cancer awareness and blood donation efforts. The event, held at the Mpraeso Lorry Station, was a collaborative effort involving health professionals from the […] The post

As part of our commitment to supporting the health and well-being of our customers and community, Old Mutual Ghana is proud to participate in Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October. We are calling on all Ghanaians, especially women, to take proactive steps in the early detection of breast cancer through regular self-examinations and medical testing. […] The post Old

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH The 16th BRICS+ summit in Kazan, capital of Tatarstan, with Egypt and Ethiopia participating for the first time, has opened a distinctive chapter for Africa, particularly to seize emerging opportunities for driving further economic growth, sustainable development and regional collaboration. BRICS+ (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) has witnessed the […] The post What

By V.L.K. DJOKOTO A man’s tears should never flood the earth, a man should fear himself more than death. A man only lies to his mind, the cerebral repercussions always follow suit in time. A man must overcome lust, a man must separate himself from his past, but not detach himself nonetheless. A man must […] The post Observations of a boy appeared first on

With the extension of the ongoing Telecel More Money promo to December, nine lucky Telecel customers have won GH¢30,000 each as weekly cash prize in October alone. Coming from different parts of the country – including Tafo, Tamale, Kasoa, Sunyani, Okaishie, Assin Fosu, Kanda, Obuasi and Ashaiman, the promo winners reflect the broad reach and […] The post