On May 11, 2020, the European Commission listed Ghana and eleven other countries as having lapses in the country’s AML and CFT regimes, thus posing significant threats to the European Union’s financial system. However, after talks with President Nana Akufo-Addo, the EU acknowledged Ghana’s efforts in implementing the action plan of the International Country Risk […] The post Industry
Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has intimated that Government is undertaking deliberate interventions such as the launch of the Capital Market Master Plan, to ensure the availability of long-term investment capital for entrepreneurial ventures and productivity-enhancing investments by young people. He was speaking in Tamale as the Special Guest Mentor at the maiden edition of the […] The post Ghana
The Organization of Customer Excellence Service-Ghana has hosted crème de la crème practitioners of customer experience and over 20 organizations from the private and public sector to a dialogue dubbed Ghana Customer Service National Dialogue which focused on building a solid customer service culture and attitude within the national psyche. The theme was “Positioning Ghana […] The post Re-engineering
Fred Oware, Board Chairman of Nuclear Power Ghana (NPG) – owner and operator of Ghana’s first nuclear power plant, has said that the nation has come to the realisation that nuclear power offers the best solution to ensure cheap production and sale of power to spur growth through industrialisation. According to him, an assessment of […] The post Nuclear power is the future
Ritek Foundation, a non-governmental organisation supporting deprived communities, has donated teaching and learning materials to Adaase Primary and Junior High School in the Adaase Community at the Obuasi municipality. Presenting the items – mono desks, books, and computers among others worth thousands of Ghana cedis – President of Ritek Foundation, Rita Coffie, stated that the […] The post Ritek
Many insurance policies or products were designed base on the identification of a social need. The primary role of insurance is to assist individuals and organizations. This is the main reason why all insurance practitioners and professionals must therefore adhere to high ethical standards when considering what product, policy, or coverage might be suitable for […] The post This
Based on my recent travels across Europe, the Middle East and Africa, I have come to a simple conclusion: As much as we yearn for a return to pre-pandemic times, it’s naive to think that our old ways of living and working will ever return – at least for the foreseeable future. From the dot-bomb […] The post InfoSec Advisory with Del Aden: The certainty
She wakes up in the morning ready to face the day’s challenges. But then she notices a blood stain on her bedsheet. Did I get injured? she wondered. Little did she know she was about to experience another dimension of ‘growing up’. These may be the thoughts of many young girls when they first have […] The post Period Poverty and why you should be concerned appeared
REAL ESTATE MINUTE With Cyril Nii Ayitey Tetteh So, you finally have been able to shed that sentimental feeling or attachment to your house, one that carries years of memories, and you are ready to put that property on the market. With the decision made, the natural next step will be a strategy to sell […] The post Home selling tips for beginners appeared first on
Real Estate Brokerage 101 One of my favourite quote in Real Estate is by Willam Penn Adair. He says, “Find out where the people are going and buy the land before they get there.” This quote resonates with me in so many ways and inspires my constant admonishing of clients, especially the middle class and […] The post Why you should consider real estate outside
Bolt, the popular ride-hailing service, is proud and excited to announce that it has partnered with Star Assurance Company Ltd. (Star) – one of the foremost insurance brands in Ghana – to provide Personal accident insurance cover for its drivers and riders across the country. Bolt prioritises the safety and security of its riders and […] The post Bolt
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Mine has embarked on a two-day sensitisation and advocacy exercise to educate adolescent females at the six basic schools in its host communities on menstrual hygiene, as it joined the world to commemorate Menstrual Hygiene Day. The Mine also used the occasion to distribute close to 1,500 sanitary pads to the female […] The post AngloGold
Targeted measures are needed to ensure women equally benefit from opportunities arising from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), an official from the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), has said. Ms Thokozile Ruzvidzo, the Director of Gender, Poverty and Social Policy Division, United Nations ECA, made this appeal to African countries at a […] The post AfCFTA
ExxonMobil recently announced a five-year plan to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions and is pumping out ads proclaiming its commitment to a green future. Tobacco giant Philip Morris is touting its plans to help smokers quit. Facebook is calling for new internet regulations. And these moves come less than two years after the Business Roundtable, representing the […] The post CEOs are the problem appeared
As part of strategies to increase productivity and provide a seamless banking experience to customers, Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG) is implementing a ‘Credit Risk Management Academy’ (CRMA) for its employees. The CRMA is aimed at strengthening credit risk culture in CBG, assessing skills and knowledge gaps, building self-confidence and improving professionalism of participants, and enhancing […] The post CBG
There is no doubt that Covid-19 has accelerated digital and technology adoption across the Continent, driving banks and other businesses to fast-track their digital transformation efforts and expedite creation of solid platforms for innovative solutions. One obvious manifestation of this has been the growth of online transactions and ongoing embedment of 24/7 banking. But the […] The post Cashless
Over 15,000 mahogany seedlings have been handed to management of the Mole National Park by the Forestry Commission, to help improve the area’s vegetative cover. The gesture by the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, Nyadia Sule Nelson, is part of the Green Ghana Day Project meant to restore lost vegetative cover in […] The post Forestry
Digital Opportunity Trust (DOT) is announcing a timely collaboration with IBM to empower young women and men in Africa and the Middle East with the digital skills, workforce-readiness proficiencies, and business knowledge needed for successful careers, social well-being and economic growth. DOT will work with local organisations to help young people tap into IBM’s free […] The post Digital
Corruption is a disturbing phenomenon confronting many economies across the globe, and more importantly Africa due to its deadly effect on the livelihood of citizens. In fact, corruption can lead to the misallocation of scarce economic resources, thereby depriving the citizens of meaningful development. Corruption can also affect the quality and efficacy of development projects […] The post Corruption:
The IMF is pushing the G7 to adopt a US$50 billion plan to ramp up COVID-19 vaccinations in poor countries After kicking their massive lending powers into overdrive to help the nations hardest hit by Covid-19 last year, the IMF and the World Bank are now focusing on getting vaccines to poor countries to keep […] The post IMF, World Bank prioritize vaccine access to
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