By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Ghana has long been recognized as a lighthouse of stability in a region often characterized by volatility. Its reputation for democratic governance, rich natural resources, and growing consumer market have made it an attractive destination for foreign investment. Yet, despite these advantages, the country struggles to fully capitalize on its potential. […] The post

 By Enoch AKUFFU-DJOBI The Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) gold coin investment initiative announced on 27th September, 2024 by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) introduces an intriguing opportunity for investors, but it also comes with unknown or less-clear elements that potential investors should fully understand before committing. Undoubtedly, While the initiative has generated excitement, many investors […] The post

By Buertey Francis BOYOR The United Nations University Institute of Natural Resources in Africa (UNU-INRA) in partnership with the Foreign Service Institute of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration (MFARI), Ghana, has launched a short course on natural resource management- in an effort to address Africa’s climate change challenges and ensure sustainable management […] The post

As the African Women in Leadership Organization (AWLO) marks its 15th anniversary this year, it has unveiled yet another transformative initiative dubbed ‘Awake Africa’. AWLO, through ‘Awake Africa’, intends to transform the valuable knowledge and deserving power harnessed by these women into further tangible actions towards the awakening of the entire continent’s greatness. Building on […] The post

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) is set to commence its first-ever Accommodation Unit Survey (AUS) on November 1, 2024, as part of efforts to collect detailed data on commercial accommodation facilities across the country. Dr. Ebenezer Kojo Ocran, AUS Coordinator, made the announcement during a stakeholder engagement session held in Accra, aimed […] The post

By Rashidatu IBRAHIM  The West Africa Competitiveness Programme (WACOMP), implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO) and funded by the European Union (EU), has concluded in Ghana – benefitting 48,849 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). The project continuously improved participants’ – including some 31,000 women-owned businesses – competitiveness to access national and international […] The post

Cybersecurity governance is a fundamental component of an organization’s strategy to protect its digital assets, data, and infrastructure in an increasingly interconnected and technology-dependent world. It encompasses the policies, processes, and structures that enable an organization to manage and mitigate cybersecurity risks effectively. In this essay, I will explore the importance of cybersecurity governance, its […] The post

Ghana’s luxury watch brand, Warrior King Watches, has officially been named the time partner for the upcoming Africa Basketball Festival (ABF). This partnership marks a significant milestone for the brand, which is dedicated to showcasing Ghanaian craftsmanship on the global stage. The announcement comes as Warrior King Watches continues to gain international recognition, recently highlighted […] The post

BOXUP, a renowned international sportswear provider and UK-based social youth organisation, has disclosed its ambitious long-term plan for talent development and commercialisation drive to revolutionise boxing in Ghana. Following its partnership with the Ghana Boxing Federation (GBF) as the official kits and equipment supplier for national boxing teams, BOXUP aims to elevate talent development and […] The post

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH In this insightful interview, Architect Eric Eyutchae, National Vice President of Alaigbo Development Foundation (ADF), an Enugu-based socio-political organization which focuses on the development of South East Nigeria, on the eve of XVI BRICS summit in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan, discusses Africa’s political and development pitfalls, evolutionary features of BRICS+ Association, its […] The post

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has called for significant constitutional amendments to safeguard the nation’s natural resources. The proposals come in response to the reported US$1billion sale of Newmont’s Akyem gold mine to China’s Zijin Mining Group, a deal IEA describes as “flawed in several respects, inimical to Ghana’s […] The post

Financial institutions are being called upon to implement a range of sophisticated measures to combat increasingly complex fraud schemes. The recommendations, outlined in the Ghana Association of Bankers (GAB) analysis of the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) 2023 fraud report, include adoption of advanced data analytics; implementation of zero-trust security frameworks; and the use of blockchain […] The post

At the recent Boardroom Summit, attended by over 1000 of the country’s leading CEOs, policymakers, and C-suite executives, Professor Douglas Boateng, Chair of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) and renowned governance expert, issued a strong call for immediate reform of board compensation in state-owned enterprises (SOEs). He urged African governments to act quickly to […] The post

The management of Business and Financial Times (B&FT) has paid a courtesy visit to Japan Motors in Accra, laying the groundwork for potential collaboration between the leading provider of relevant business information in Africa and the esteemed automobile trading firm. Discussions during the meeting centred on identifying areas of mutual benefit and cooperation, with a […] The post B&FT,

By Ebenezer NJOKU Global mobility and investment programmes provide the most holistic avenue for high-net-worth individuals – especially business leaders – to diversify their investments, expand their corporations, create wealth and provide potential safety-nets for future generations. This was the principal takeaway from comments by speakers at the Investment Migration West Africa Road organised by […] The post

Stanbic Bank Ghana has supported Kasapreko PLC in the closing of GH¢200 million Senior Unsecured Fixed Rate Notes issuance, marking a historic milestone in Ghana’s corporate debt capital markets. The transaction grossed the largest amount ever raised by a corporate in a single issuance in the history of the Ghana Fixed Income Market. Commenting on […] The post Stanbic

Public speaking is an art that combines charisma, knowledge, and strategy to create an impactful experience for an audience. For centuries, orators have employed a variety of techniques to capture attention, inspire action, and leave lasting impressions. One such powerful technique is the use of rhetorical questions. Often underestimated, rhetorical questions are much more than […] The post

By Amos SAFO Last week, I listened to a weird audio in which the former president of Ghana, Mr. John Dramani Mahama told an audience in Accra in the Ga language: “we don’t eat digitisation.” The former president’s decision to address a Ga community, where he linked the Ga staple food ‘Kenkey” with digitisation has […] The post “We do not eat digitisation”, really!

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH Geopolitical changes and the reconfiguration of economic architecture towards the Global South, under the rapidly-growing influence of BRICS+ (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) on the global stage are driving majority of African States to move away the United States draconic hegemony, its hidden ambiguity and obscurity, as well as […] The post BRICS+

By Kofi Anokye OWUSU-DARKO (Dr) For many young people in Ghana, finding a decent job that offers both stability and growth is becoming increasingly difficult. Each year, thousands of graduates and school leavers enter the workforce, but the availability of quality jobs remains limited. Rising unemployment and underemployment have left many young people feeling frustrated […] The post