By Samuel Lartey (Prof.) Leadership in any society shapes the trajectory of businesses, communities, and entire nations. Yet, when leadership falters, as it often does, especially in contexts where accountability is weak, a void emerges. Ghana, like many other nations, has experienced this leadership vacuum firsthand, marked by economic instability, social unrest, and a widespread […] The post The

By Samuel SAM In the heart of the quiet rural community of Kpasenkpe in northern Ghana, a transformative change is underway. For decades, the lack of access to education left many young girls with limited options, often pushing them to migrate to cities in search of menial jobs, only to face exploitation and missed opportunities. […] The post Kpasenkpe STEM School:

By James K. GALBRAITH Google “shamanism” and you will find that it is “a tradition of part-time religious specialists who establish and maintain personalistic relations with specific spirit beings through the use of controlled and culturally scripted altered states of consciousness.” Every element of that definition applies to monetary policymaking today, as illustrated by the […] The post Inflation

In alignment with its mission to provide global exposure and opportunities for young athletes, Legacy Rise Sports proudly sponsored of its amateur boxers, Abraham Mensah, to represent Ghana at the prestigious ‘Luton Sports Carnival’ in the United Kingdom which took place on September 21, 2024. The tournament, which featured top talents from around the world, […] The post

An estimated US$2.3billion is lost to illegal mining and gold smuggling annually, while more than 2.5 million hectares of forest cover has been lost over the last decade due to galamsey (illegal mining), according to the Forestry Commission. This is equivalent to losing approximately 12 percent of the country’s total forested area. Additionally, the ecological […] The post Editorial:

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH The Fourth Eurasian Women’s Forum was held from September 18 to 20 at the Tauride Palace in St. Petersburg. This forum was established to build a new and progressive women’s world, and support women to higher stage of prominence in creative, managerial and intellectual as well as political leadership. Themed “Women […] The post Dialogue

By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO The government’s decentralisation agenda has gained traction as the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO) join forces to advance local governance, public service delivery and improved accountability processes in the country. German-Swiss Cooperation, through the programme Participation, Accountability and […] The post

The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has expressed strong support for including nuclear energy in the country’s energy mix, emphasising its potential to strengthen energy security and reduce the cost of power – particularly for businesses and industries. This endorsement was made against a  backdrop of the country’s ongoing search for reliable and affordable energy […] The post

By Buertey Francis BORYOR A panellist at the 2024 European Union (EU) Session of the Ghana Industrial Summit and Exhibition (GISE) has accentuated an urgent need to harness the Black Volta River for irrigation to support farmers in the Upper West Region undertake year-round crop production. Deputy Managing Director-Antika Company Ltd. Seidu Mubarak Abdulai, one […] The post

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Kumasi Anidaso Mutual Fund has held its 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of shareholders in Kumasi, recording a strong performance in the 2023 year under review. General Manager of the Fund, Edward Asamoah, presented financial results for 2023 and shared insights on the Fund’s future. The meeting highlighted the Fund’s notable financial […] The post Anidaso

By Kizito CUDJOE The Bulk Energy Storage and Transportation (BOST) has initiated a four-day training programme for its technical and mechanical staff across all depots, aligning with its broader strategy to enhance operational efficiency nationwide. Addressing staff during the opening of the ‘Depot Upgrade Training’ in Accra, BOST’s HR Director, Augustine Appiah, on behalf of […] The post

 By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei Njoku Yields on the Treasury market have continued an upward trajectory as government faces increasing challenges in raising its auction targets. The latest auction saw yields on the 91-day bill increase by 9 basis points (bps) to 25.01 percent, while the 182-day and 364-day bills also rose […] The post T-bill

The Engineering Council of Ghana is gearing up for the full enforcement of the Engineering Council Act, Act 819, by June 2025, a move that will have significant implications for engineering practitioners, firms, and educational institutions. The Council, currently in the midst of a nationwide sensitization program, aims to ensure compliance with the Act and […] The post Strict

In a strategic push towards enhancing economic stability, Ghana is rolling out two crucial initiatives namely: increasing the income of its cocoa farmers and restructuring $13 billion of its international bonds. These dual actions represent a critical moment for the West African nation as it seeks to fortify its financial standing and safeguard its agricultural […] The post

A News Desk Report Bayport Savings and Loans PLC has seen its pre-tax profit increase by 33.8 percent to GH¢21.96million for the six months ended June 30, 2024, according to its unaudited financial statements. This figure represents 66.73 percent of GH¢32.9million made by the company last year. Consequently, the financial institution reported a 28.6 percent […] The post Bayport

Golden Bean Hotel, a prominent hospitality establishment located in the heart of Kumasi, has been recognized as the best 3-star hotel in the Ashanti Region at the just ended 2024 Ashanti Regional Tourism Awards. The event, organized last Friday, 20th September 2024 by the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), was held under the theme: “Celebrating Innovation […] The post Golden

Zipline, the leader in autonomous delivery, is teaming up with the government of Nigeria to transform health access and equity by using drone delivery to improve the country’s infrastructure, positioning it to leapfrog barriers to economic growth and development. Since launching in Nigeria in 2022, Zipline’s climate-friendly and time-saving aircraft – designed to enable access […] The post

Mrs. Gloria Opoku-Anti, Managing Director of Zoomlion Ghana Ltd, has encouraged parents to support their children’s participation in extracurricular activities, citing benefits to creativity and environmental awareness. Speaking at the grand finale of the 5th School Sanitation Solutions Challenge and the 3rd Children Sanitation Fair in Accra, Mrs. Opoku-Anti praised children’s innovative products that promote […] The post

By Terry Mante: What will your career look like in five years if you leave your growth entirely in the hands of your employer? In the ever-changing landscape of the corporate world, the responsibility for personal and professional growth has increasingly shifted toward the individual. While many organisations offer resources and opportunities for development, it […] The post Why

The Ghana Property & Lifestyle Expo (GPLE) is excited to announce its 2024 global series, beginning in Washington DC at The Royal Sonesta Hotel, followed by London at the Pestana Hotel, Chelsea Bridge, and concluding in Accra at the Alisa Hotel, North Ridge. This international series will showcase Ghana’s thriving real estate, tourism, and lifestyle sectors. The […] The post