The La Traditional Council’s recent suspension by the government has stirred concerns, with the La Shikitele questioning the legal grounds for the decision. The suspension, which was enacted by the Ministry of Religious and Chieftaincy Affairs alongside the Greater Accra Regional House of Chiefs, aims to facilitate measures for improved operations of the Council. However, […] The post

Chief executive of Telecel Ghana, Ing. Patricia Obo-Nai joined a pivotal panel on tackling connectivity barriers, addressing the internet usage gap and developing a more inclusive digital future during Climate Week 2024 in New York. Hosted by policy and media think tank, Economist Impact and the Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) on the […] The post

By Dennis AKWABOAH In today’s digital age, businesses across industries handle vast amounts of personal data from customers, employees, and partners. This data is vital for operations, marketing, customer service, and decision-making. However, with this privilege comes the serious responsibility of managing personal data in a secure, lawful, and transparent manner. Processing personal data improperly […] The post

By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, has climaxed the third EDGE Design Students Competition by awarding the contest’s top-three winners for their outstanding solutions. The competition’s 2024 edition was held under the theme ‘Promoting affordability and efficiency through passive design’ to encourage sustainable design practices […] The post

In a significant move towards enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability, Emirates has partnered with Etihad Clean Energy Development to launch a large-scale solar energy project at the Emirates Engineering Centre in Dubai. The signing ceremony took place at the World Green Economy Summit 2024 in the presence of Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman […] The post

Haiti has become the 12th Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member state to accede to the partnership agreement between and among CARICOM countries and African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank). At a brief ceremony recently at the Haitian Investment Forum, held on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, the Prime Minister of […] The post

ACCRA, GHANA, 17 September, 2024 – SIX-EV, the pioneering electric motorbike company leading the way with automated battery swap stations in Africa, is excited to announce the appointment of Deloitte Ghana as its primary capital raise adviser. This strategic collaboration marks a pivotal advancement in SIX-EV’s plan to secure capital and expand its innovative electric […] The post

Delivering innovative quality products and services requires companies to commit to implementing consistent, repeatable, and globally rolled-out processes that prioritize cyber security. Without this level of commitment, each product, service, and customer interaction become a random event, with variable outcomes in terms of quality and experience. To achieve consistency, leading tech companies often partner with […] The post

In today’s fast-paced digitally driven world, brand management is no longer just about maintaining a consistent image or message. It’s about creating a dynamic, engaging, and authentic relationship with consumers that can adapt to the rapid changes in technology, culture, and consumer behavior. Brand, Marketing and Fintech Professional, Mariam Kaleem Agyeman-Buahin, who recently received the […] The post

Agrihouse Foundation’s Founder, Alberta Nana Akyaa Akosa, have been invited by the FAO’s World Food Forum office in Rome, to speak on “Best Practices in mobilizing youth-led actions at the local level to achieve more sustainable agrifood systems at the World Food Forum Flagship event in Rome from October 14-18, 2024. Alberta, who is expected […] The post

Access Bank (Ghana) Plc has marked Customer Service Week 2024 with a symbolic cake-cutting ceremony held simultaneously across all 56 branches nationwide. This event, under the theme, “Above and Beyond” which took place on Monday, October 7, 2024, is part of the bank’s ongoing 15th-anniversary celebrations and highlights its deep commitment to delivering exceptional service […] The post

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has revised its year-end inflation target to 18 percent, citing upside risks including some geopolitical developments. This would however represent a significant improvement over the 23.2 percent recorded at end-2023 and 54.1 percent a year earlier. Governor Dr. Ernest Addison announced […] The post BoG

… at inaugural Boardroom Summit By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected] A strong corporate governance culture, especially among state-owned enterprises (SOEs), will prove crucial in safeguarding the nation’s economic stability and ensuring it does not regress into unsustainable debt levels. This message was forcefully delivered by a number of key stakeholders, spearheaded by Minister of […] The post

The government has launched the first phase of Ghana’s Green Finance Taxonomy at the SDGs Investment Fair, marking a significant step towards sustainable economic growth. This new framework aims to guide investments into environmentally friendly sectors and align the nation’s financial system with global sustainability trends. Speaking virtually at the launch, Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed […] The post

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA) and the Trades Union Congress (TUC), have said prioritization of workplace safety and measures to mitigate occupational hazards must be given critical attention in order to enhance productivity and curb losses. GEA’s Chief Executive, Mr Alex Frimpong, said safety and health issues are key part of ongoing […] The post

The Africa Public Sector Conference and Awards 2024 (APSCA) has conferred the 2024 Visionary Leadership Award on the Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid. The award is in recognition of Dr. Abdul-Hamid’s unwavering commitment to driving positive change and innovation in the public sector. APSCA has also honored the NPA […] The post NPA

Former Ambassador to China, Edward Boateng, has delivered an inspiring message to African students studying abroad, highlighting their essential role in shaping the continent’s future. Speaking at the Georgetown University African Business Dialogue in the United States, Amb. Boateng called on students to adopt a global perspective while staying deeply connected to the realities of […] The post

Prudential Bank Ltd (PBL) in collaboration with UnionPay International (UPI) has organized a day’s seminar focused on international trade payment solutions for the Ghana Union of Traders’ Association (GUTA). The seminar sought to highlight the advantages of the Bank’s UnionPay cards and other value-added products to address the challenges traders faced when paying for good […] The post

Some 270 micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) have been supported with a GH?28,339,752 grant under the Ghana Economic Transformation Programme (GETP) funded by the World Bank. The GETP grant aims to promote growth within the MSMEs sector – considered the economy’s backbone and providing jobs to over 70 percent of the population. This funding […] The post SMEs’

By Prof. Samuel Lartey ([email protected]) The strength and future of any educational system are rooted in how well it supports the well-being and academic stability of its students. In Ghana, private tertiary institutions play an increasingly important role in educating the nation’s youth and contributing to national development. However, neglecting the critical issues of student […] The post