By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH  Within the heightening of geopolitical tension, United States is actively building diversified entrepreneurial partnerships with African countries, reviewing and restyling working relations with relevant institutions and adopting new policy frameworks largely based on African-led initiatives. The economic policy architecture concentrates more on bilateral partnership, but with some variation of investments in […] The post United

As the Sixth Review of the International Monetary Fund US$3billion Extended Credit Facility programme gets underway, the IMF mission led by Ruben Atoyan observed that the reform agenda has delivered “strong and measurable outcomes” including improved credibility and renewed confidence among investors. Ghana has officially begun the sixth review of its programme with the International […] The post Editorial:

There is a moment at the beginning of every event that determines how the rest of the programme will unfold. It lasts less than two minutes. The Master of Ceremonies steps forward, microphone in hand, and says the first words of the day or evening. It seems routine. It is anything but. In those first […] The post On Cue with Kafui DEY: Why most MCs lose the room

Deloitte Ghana has successfully concluded its Earth Month celebrations with an award ceremony, highlighting a year-long journey of nurturing sustainability within the workplace. The event, held in Accra, brought together staff across units to celebrate the growth and care invested in office plants distributed in April 2025 as part of the firm’s Earth Month initiative. […] The post Deloitte

Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) has appointed Emmanuel Sackey as Group Head, Treasury, as it accelerates its strategic transformation and sharpens its financial markets capabilities. The appointment forms part of UMB’s ongoing leadership evolution, following a series of senior appointments aimed at deepening expertise across key business segments and positioning the Bank for sustained growth in […] The post UMB

By Dr. Ebo Afful Leadership, at its core, is a position of trust. Those who serve as presidents of countries, organisations, and public bodies are entrusted with responsibilities that extend beyond personality, ambition, or individual achievement. They are custodians of systems meant to endure, evolve, and serve people long after any one leader has stepped […] The post An open appeal to the

By: Elizabeth Owusu-Kissi As Ghana marks Workers’ Day, the Human Resource Service Providers Association of Ghana (GHRASP) celebrates the resilience, dedication, and contribution of Ghanaian workers—the true drivers of our nation’s progress. Across every sector, from formal employment to the informal economy, workers remain at the heart of productivity, innovation, and growth. Their commitment, especially […] The post Celebrating

…we have a development challenge that is rooted not in a lack of ideas, but in an institutional architecture that separates planning from power, execution, and money… There is a certain kind of frustration that repeats itself in Ghana’s development story. It is the frustration of watching intelligent plans dissolve into institutional fog. The country […] The post RE-IMAGINE

By Peter Martey AGBEKO In the quiet, disciplined halls of St. Augustine’s College (Augusco), generations of young men have been shaped by the enduring motto Omnia Vincit Labor—perseverance conquers all. For Vincent Kwesi Parker, a proud member of the Class of 1975, that motto was not merely a school creed; it became a lifelong compass guiding […] The post From Cape Coast to the

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Association of Ghana Rice Producers and Processors has expressed worry over an estimated one million metric tonnes of unsold paddy rice on the local market. The glut, which is valued at GH¢5billion according to the association, is due to a severe shortage of buyers for the commodity. Speaking to B&FT at […] The post Local producers anxious over

Plans to raise long-term funding from the diaspora are increasingly focusing on more structured financial instruments rather than simple retail bonds. This comes as policymakers are looking at ways to package remittance inflows and back them with guarantees, in an effort to turn rising overseas transfers into a more reliable source of investment capital while […] The post Securitisation,

… predicts 4.6% to 5.9% growth                                                                                                 By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The economy is entering a pivotal era in 2026, shifting from the aggressive crisis management of previous years toward a period of stabilisation, recovery and private sector opportunity, says a new report. According to the inaugural ‘Ghana 2026

By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO The Head of Women Banking at Stanbic Bank Ghana, Marian Amartey, has stated that the main barrier to finance for women entrepreneurs is not access to funds, but their readiness to qualify for support. She made this statement on the side-lines of the 3rd edition of the Women in Business (WIB) […] The post Bankability, not funding, limits women access

Old Mutual Ghana has announced the launch of the Legacy Transition Plan, a next-generation insurance product that goes beyond conventional funeral cover to give Ghanaian families a structured vehicle for financial protection and legacy planning. The new flagship product redefines funeral cover as comprehensive family financial planning, with inflation-proof benefits, extended family coverage, and no […] The post Old

The 16th edition of the Ghana Entrepreneurs Awards 2026 was held in Accra, bringing together leading business figures, policymakers, members of the diplomatic corps, and industry stakeholders to celebrate excellence in entrepreneurship. About 30 top entrepreneurs, entrepreneur-supportive companies, and distinguished personalities were honoured on the night for their immense contributions to Ghana’s socio-economic development through […] The post Business

In a powerful testament to the grit and creativity of the Ghanaian spirit, Enterprise Spotlight has officially announced the top 24 finalists for its prestigious nationwide entrepreneurship challenge. This initiative, a landmark collaboration between Enterprise Group PLC and the Springboard Road Show Foundation (SRSF), serves as a launchpad for the visionaries who are not just […] The post Enterprise

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation has marked this year’s World Malaria Day with a community-focused programme aimed at deepening awareness, strengthening prevention and promoting collective action against the disease On the theme “Driven to End Malaria: Now We Can. Now We Must,” brought together stakeholders from the Tarkwa-Nsuaem and Prestea/Huni-Valley Municipalities […] The post Gold

The Africa Finance Corporation’s (AFC) ambitious vision to transform Africa’s infrastructure landscape has received strong political endorsement at the recently concluded Africa We Build Summit 2026 in Nairobi, Kenya. The summit, themed “Infrastructure as the Engine of Industrialisation”, brought together policymakers, financiers, and industry leaders to chart a new course for the continent’s economic future. […] The post AFC’s

The inaugural Africa Cocoa Finance & Investment Forum (ACFIF 2026) will feature a Special Address by H.E. John Agyekum Kufuor, former President of the Republic of Ghana, under the theme: “Africa Cocoa Vision 2050 – Historical Reflections and Future Pathways.” The high-level forum, taking place at the London Stock Exchange on May 6, 2026, will […] The post J.

A troubling public health picture is emerging in Ghana’s Amansie West District, where malaria cases have risen for a second consecutive year and children are bearing the heaviest burden. Official data now shows that cases among children under five jumped from 8,000 in 2024 to 10,000 in 2025, a 25 per cent increase that health […] The post Asanko