At last year’s Mobile World Congress Africa in Kigali, Ghana Interbank Payments and Settlements Systems (GhIPSS) made Ghana proud with its ‘financial inclusion triangle’ – which became the toast of the day during the State of Inclusive Instant Payments (SIIP) in Africa Report launch by AfricaNenda. GhIPSS’ financial inclusion triangle is basically the effective integration/interoperability […] The post

“Money in the bank is like toothpaste in the tube. Easy to take out, hard to put back.” – Earl Wilson. Ghana is still recovering from the shock of the recent armed attack on a cash van (not a bullion van) which ended up with the killing of the Police Guard and a nearby hawker. […] The post Risk

The Dean of the School of Research and Graduate Studies at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), Professor Wisdom Akpalu, has emphasised the urgent need for strict regulations and effective management of Africa’s natural resources to maximise profits and promote economic growth in the region. Speaking at an inaugural lecture titled ‘The […] The post

In late June, Senegal celebrated the feast of Tabaski – our version of the Muslim festival of Eid al-Adha. But for some, the festivities were overshadowed by mourning for those who lost their lives in an inexcusable outbreak of violence last month. Civil unrest has tested Senegal’s social cohesion and our long tradition – enviable […] The post Keeping

In a resolute stance against the escalating threats of climate change, Ghana is spearheading efforts to combat climate risks and secure international funding commitments. The Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Kwaku Afriyie, emphasised the country’s commitment to standing together with other Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF) countries at the forefront of global discourse on […] The post

The Internet is becoming the town square for the global village of tomorrow –Bill Gate Introduction The corporate world has seen phases of development and metamorphoses since the industrial revolution began many years ago. The information superhighway with technological advancement is influencing the way institutions produce and deliver services to their customers while driving new […] The post

It’s past midday in the bustling capital city of Ghana and on the first floor of one of the glassed-up buildings in one of Africa’s swankiest corporate addresses, CEO Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng discusses the strategic thrust of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF). Before becoming Chief Executive of the Fund, Koranteng had traveled extensively […] The post

The Chief Justice Getrude Torkornoo has strongly advocated for Ghana to establish a comprehensive legal, regulatory, and institutional framework that promotes the responsible utilization of the Blue Economy. Emphasizing the significance of adapting to global economic changes, she highlighted the importance of implementing measures to harness the potential of the marine environment for sustainable development. […] The post

The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) on Thursday, 6th July 2023, indulged the diplomatic community on how to promote bilateral investments, and strengthen economic partnerships. The 9th Edition of the Economic Counsellors Dialogue event saw a gathering of key players from the various trade missions in Ghana, as well as representatives from government agencies such […] The post

Woodfield Manor Autism and Special Needs School has celebrated its 10th anniversary at a special program at the school premises at Frafraha in the Adentan Municipality of the Greater Accra region on Friday, July 7, 2023. The CEO of the school, Mrs. Cornelia Boateng, in her welcome address recounted how difficult it has been to […] The post Woodfield

The Ghana Statistical Services (GSS) has said the 2023 Integrated Business Establishment Survey (IBES) will provide data to aid the growth of businesses. Government Statistician Professor Samuel Kobina Annim noted that unlike previous surveys, the 2023 exercise has an expanded scope that will inform appropriate policy initiatives and provide quality data to help businesses achieve […] The post

 – Leveraging Innovations in Artificial Intelligence These days, many businesses are increasingly appreciating the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in their operations. According to the “Global State of Artificial Intelligence (AI), 2022 Report” published by a research firm, Frost & Sullivan, eighty-seven percent (87%) of organizations believe that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) […] The post

OmniBSIC Bank has successfully relocated its Madina Market branch to a more accessible and convenient location at the prestigious Atlantic Mall, Atomic Junction. This strategic move aligns with the bank’s commitment to continue providing exceptional banking experience for its cherished customers. With our team of dedicated professionals, customers are assured of top-notch customer service; ensuring […] The post

The Managing Director of Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC, Benjamin Dzoboku, on July 1, 2023 hosted the bank’s staff to a thrilling durbar at the Grand Arena, Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). The Blue Family from across the entire country converged in Accra under the theme ‘Sailing the Blue Ship across Turbulent Times; Our Core Values, […] The post Republic

…as focus on real sector, financial intermediation bears fruit Financial services provider Société Générale says it emerged relatively unscathed from the recent Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), due to a strategic emphasis on its primary duty of financial intermediation. Its Managing Director, Ouzzani Hakim, speaking when the financial services provider took its turn at a […] The post

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Export-Import Bank (GEXIM) responsible for Finance and Administration, Nana Akyaa Obeng-Adiyiah, on behalf of Chief Executive Officer Lawrence Agyinsamhas met with management of the India Export-Import Bank (India EXIM) led by its Managing Director, Harsha Bhupendra Bangari. The meeting took place on sidelines of the 18th CII – EXIM Bank Conclave […] The post

…says existing units at GH¢1.1m too pricy The Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) of the University of Ghana is calling for urgent reclassification of government’s affordable housing initiatives, citing high costs. The research body said it is important to reclassify current public affordable housing initiatives wherein housing units are priced in excess […] The post

It is a great privilege for me to have the opportunity to speak from this podium, which from my understanding has previously hosted many other distinguished speakers, and I am deeply grateful to the Vice Chancellor for asking me to follow in their footsteps. I intend to proceed as follows: First, I will look at […] The post Leadership

amid rising financing cost issued GH¢13.64bn in new short-term debts The Treasury successfully issued new short-term debts amounting to GH¢13.64billion in first-half 2023 (H1 2023), while GH¢30.55billion was utilised to refinance maturing debts. More importantly, it exceeded its financing target for H1 2023 by approximately GH¢12.39billion – resulting in a total issuance of GH¢44.19 billion […] The post

The Zambia President, H. E. Hakainde Hichilema has assured the Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) of his readiness to unlock all rigidities in Zambia to allow Jospong’s conglomerate to revolutionalise the waste and technology sectors up to the speed of Ghana. He expressed satisfaction about what Ghana has done so far […] The post