The Schools and Households Agric Revival Program (SHARP) under the Governance Africa Foundation (GAfF) has expanded its impact by introducing a state-of-the-art drip irrigation system at St. Paul’s Senior High School in the Ketu South Municipality. This milestone, achieved through a collaboration with Interplast, marks a renewed commitment to empowering both students and local farmers […] The post SHARP

By Vicentia QUARTEY Alumni associations in Ghana are committed to giving back to their alma mater. From undertaking infrastructure projects to sponsoring scholarships and rewarding dedicated teachers, these former students contribute significantly to advancing quality education in their schools and Ghana in general. Take, for example, the recent project by the Aburi Girls’ Secondary School […] The post Alumni

Professor Etse Sikanku, an Associate Professor of Journalism, Media Studies, and Political Communication, has called for a national discussion on values to help reorient and awaken citizens to the principles that support the country’s democracy and development. He believes such a discussion will help reshape public attitudes, change mindsets, and promote good governance. Speaking on […] The post Prof.

Since attaining its charter in 2020, the Ghana Communication Technology University (GCTU) has been on a trajectory of continuous growth, both in enrollment numbers and academic offerings. As the university expands, its leadership remains committed to ensuring that its physical and infrastructural development keeps pace with its growing student population and evolving academic needs. At […] The post GCTU 

By Buertey Francis BORYOR  Chairman of the McDan Group of Companies, Dr. Daniel McKorley, has extended his generosity to widows in Accra, donating essential food items and medical support as part of his long-standing commitment to giving back to society. The donation event, held on March 9, 2025, at Mantse Agboena in James Town, was […] The post McDan supports widows in Accra with

By Ama Serwah NERQUAYE-TETTEH  [email protected]  It is early March. Everywhere you turn, there are women’s events. And so there should be. Women are not celebrated enough and so we will gladly take these events and awards and praises heaped on us in March. Politicians will make speeches about the importance of equity and what they […] The post IWD25:

By Mitchell Asare Amoamah The first International Political Communication Conference was held last Friday in Accra to reflect on the state of political communication in Ghana, lessons learned and contemplate the way forward. The event, which was organized the Center for Public Discourse and Analysis (CPDA), was on the theme “A New Democratic Era: Enhancing […] The post 1st

Ghanaians will be glued to their radios and televisions as Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson presents government’s 2025 Budget and Policy Statement to parliament today. Dr. Forson has signalled government’s intention to reduce domestic borrowing, ensuring that more financial resources are available to the private sector, and cut expenditure among others. The Finance Minister […] The post Editorial:

Accra Mall, Ghana’s premier shopping destination, is set to celebrate Ghana Month in grand style throughout March, paying homage to the nation’s rich history, vibrant traditions and cultural heritage. Management has urged shoppers and visitors to look forward to an exciting lineup of activities that bring the spirit of Ghana to life while offering fun-filled […] The post Accra

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected])  The economy recorded a slower growth rate of 3.6 percent in fourth-quarter (Q4) 2024, reflecting a sharp decline from the robust momentum witnessed earlier in the year. This was revealed in provisional gross domestic product (GDP) estimates released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). Notwithstanding its Q4 decline, the economy maintained […] The post Economy

The Emerging Public Leaders of Ghana (EPL Ghana) announces the opening of applications for the 2025 Public Service Fellowship (PSF) in partnership with Mastercard Foundation and the Public Services Commission of Ghana. EPL Ghana’s Public Service Fellowship is a one-year highly competitive youth leadership development programme for strengthening public service delivery in Ghana. The fellowship […] The post Emerging

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has outlined its key expectations for the 2025 Budget and Economic Policy, with particular emphasis on fiscal consolidation, enhanced revenue generation and structural reforms in key sectors. The budget, which will be presented by Finance Minister Dr. Casiel Ato Forson today, has garnered much […] The post Fiscal

with expected taxes cuts, 24-hour economy driving sentiments call for tax reforms, fiscal discipline By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Local  businesses have expressed strong confidence in government’s 2025 budget, citing expectations of tax relief and economic expansion. However, industry leaders warn that without decisive revenue generation and fiscal discipline, the country risks widening its fiscal […] The post Businesses

In a historic meeting between the Chief Executive Officer of the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, Rosie Glazebrook, and President John Dramani Mahama, the two leaders discussed the significant role of the Commonwealth in driving economic development and enhancing the success of the global 24-hour economy. The meeting, held as part of the official business […] The post Commonwealth

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) Ecobank Ghana has launched an enhanced version of its flagship women-focused programme – ‘Ellevate by Ecobank’, aimed at deepening support for women entrepreneurs across all stages of business growth. The new enhanced programme offers a broader range of financial and non-financial solutions tailored for women entrepreneurs across all Ecobank’s business segments: […] The post ‘Ellevate

…as 10th Ghana Women of Excellence Awards honour trailblasers By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has underscored the critical role of women to national development, emphasising that empowering them across all sectors is a national imperative. The first female Vice President stressed that the country’s progress is directly linked to the […] The post Women

… as he pledges to make Kwahuman great again By Ernest Bako WUBONTO Approximately 40 days after taking an oath as Paramount Chief for Kwahu Traditional Area, Daasebre Akuamoah Boateng III, was outdoored to the Kwahuman in a ceremony marked by the beautiful Kwahu tradition, culture, royalty and acclamation. The grand durbar, held in Kwahu-Abene, […] The post Kwahuman outdoors

FirstBank Ghana is set to launch its Private Banking & Wealth Management service this week in line with plans to meet the increasing demands and preferences of its high-net-worth individuals (HNIs) and in the process, expand the Bank’s offerings to the  market. The introduction of the Private Banking and Wealth Management (PB&WM) service will be […] The post FirstBank

As businesses usher in the new year, it is the perfect time for entrepreneurs to revisit their financial strategies, set realistic goals, and implement robust budget plans. Whether businesses are finalizing their budgets in January or using this period to refocus their financial outlook, proper planning ensures that they can transform aspirations into actionable steps […] The post Cracking

By Amos SAFO A tug of war between the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) and opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) is raging over the true state of the economy. Whereas the NDC claims it inherited a weak and mismanaged economy, the NPP insists it left a very robust economy with a strong Gross Domestic Product […] The post Tug of war over the true state of the economy appeared first