By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Ghana Shea Employers Association (GSEA) commends government for its decisive policy actions to strengthen and reposition the country’s shea industry. The association welcomes the introduction of a regulated minimum producer price of GH¢9.01 per kilogram of shea nuts by the Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA), the planned ban on the export […] The post Shea employers

By Modesta ZUMKPEH Students from the Department of Electrical Engineering at Tamale Technical University (TaTU) have won second prize at the 2025 Africa Regional Conference and Exhibition on Education and Skills Development (ARC-ESD), held  in Accra. The team competed against 17 other universities, earning national recognition for their Solar-Powered Smart Open-Air Drying System. The device […] The post TaTU

…Why beginning with your real business, community and environmental value proposition is the fastest route to effective ESG integration. By Prof. Wayne DUNN (President & Founder, CSR | ESG Training Institute) Across Ghana and around the world, organisations are hearing the same message from investors, customers, regulators and even employees: “We need to see your […] The post ESG

On Wednesday 6 August 2025, Ghana experienced a national tragedy: a Ghana Air Force Z-9 helicopter crashed in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region, claiming the lives of eight distinguished public servants, including Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah, Environment Minister Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, and other key figures on a mission to address illegal […] The post Reflections by

By J. N. Halm I remember vividly my first visit to Cape Coast Castle some years ago. Standing in front of that imposing structure, with its whitewashed walls gleaming against the Atlantic backdrop, I felt a mixture of awe, curiosity, and that peculiar nervousness that comes with experiencing something truly significant for the first time. […] The post First

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The food and beverage as well as Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sectors accounted for nearly three-quarters of trading value on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) in the first seven months of 2025, with the former’s performance corresponding with increasing demand as the economy continues to recover from effects of […] The post Food and beverage,

By Senyo ADJABENG Employment contracts serve as the foundation of the employer-employee relationship, outlining rights, responsibilities, and expectations for both parties. However, despite their importance, employment contracts can also be a source of disagreements when terms are ambiguous, breached, or misinterpreted. These disagreements can lead to legal disputes, financial losses, and reputational damage for both employers […] The post HR

By Sandra Agyeiwaa OTOO Ghana’s agricultural sector faces a mounting threat from counterfeit and substandard seeds, with experts warning of serious implications for farm incomes, productivity and food security. Dr. Yaw Osei-Asare, an agricultural economist at the University of Ghana, said many farmers report germination rates as low as 60 percent despite seed packages claiming […] The post Counterfeit

Leadership is often romanticized as a straight path to success. Yet, every experienced leader knows that the journey is anything but linear. The world of business and society is in constant motion, shaped by disruption, uncertainty, and unexpected change. For today’s leaders; whether CEOs of multinational corporations, managers of growing enterprises, or ambitious professionals on […] The post Insights

We’ve been repeatedly sold a seductive lie for a long time. Perhaps because we are drawn to stories that are clean, simple, and dramatic. Imagine: the lone inventor in a dimly lit workshop. Imagine: the tech founder in a dusty garage who conquers Silicon Valley. Picture this: the artist who wakes from a dream and […] The post The “Lone Genius” is a Myth because Innovation

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Ghana’s economy has expanded over the past decade, but job creation has lagged sharply behind the pace of its growing workforce, the World Bank has said in its latest Ghana Economic Update. Between 2012 and 2023, the working-age population grew by 2.7 million yet net employment rose by only 250,000, according […] The post Only 250,000 jobs created

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The nation’s twin push to launch a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) and introduce a formal licencing framework for cryptocurrency operators is raising speculation among market analysts that the country could become a magnet for foreign investment in its digital economy. The Bank of Ghana’s e-Cedi pilot, now in advanced […] The post e-Cedi, new

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Mr Simon Madjie, has called diplomatic missions and Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) to actively promote Ghana’s investment opportunities across global markets, investors, and networks. According to him, their commitment to championing governmental initiatives within their respective countries will significantly help to deepen cross-border collaborations. […] The post GIPC

In a strategic move to deepen collaboration and foster mutual understanding, the Ghana Statistical Association (GSA) recently paid a courtesy call on the management of the Business & Financial Times (B&FT), represented by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Godwin Acquaye and Henry Okyere, the Sales Manager. The GSA delegation was led by its President, Prof. […] The post Statistical

FirstBank Ghana has appointed Osahon Ezekiel Ogieva as its new Deputy Managing Director (DMD), marking another significant step in the Bank’s drive to strengthen its leadership and accelerate growth in the banking industry. Mr. Ogieva brings over 25 years of multi-sector experience spanning Petroleum Services, Manufacturing, Banking and Financial Services. His expertise covers the broad […] The post FirstBank

By Fiifi NETTEY It began as an ordinary Wednesday morning. Like I often do, I scrolled absentmindedly through my friends’ WhatsApp status updates and one post stopped me abruptly: “Black Wednesday – some Ministers gone.” My heart skipped. I immediately called my friend who posted the message. His voice was sombre. “Yes, there has been […] The post Black

Across the continent, a quiet creative revolution is taking place. In Nairobi, Accra, Kigali and Johannesburg, young Africans are picking up cameras, writing scripts, animating characters, producing music and telling stories in ways that are vibrant, bold and unmistakably their own. They are not waiting for permission; they are carving out spaces, building digital audiences […] The post Creating

Without a doubt, the creative industries were among the first sectors to shut their doors in response to the novel coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19). Along with the tourism sector, creative industries were among the most affected by the pandemic and the crisis thereafter. Investment in the creative industries could help them to become one of the […] The post Chris

By Isaac DWIMOH-OPOKU About three weeks ago, Ghana lost one of its most celebrated highlife musicians, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, known to millions as Daddy Lumba. Tributes have poured in, and his songs have dominated the airwaves as fans reflect on his remarkable career and cultural impact. Among his vast catalogue, one track stands out for […] The post Daddy

In today’s world, our lives are vastly different from those of our ancestors. The way we eat, drink and live our lives has to be properly situated in the context of today and in contrast to history. Our ancestors lived in a medieval era where physical strength was essential for survival. They engaged in activities, […] The post MINDSET with Gambrah Sampeney Kwabena Adjei: