Stanbic Bank Ghana in collaboration with WISH4LIFE Foundation LBG, a subsidiary of the renowned WISH4LIFE Foundation in the United States of America, have cut the sod for construction of an International Children’s Cancer Research Centre (ICCRC) at Kyebi in the Eastern Region of Ghana. Upon completion the state-of-the-art facility will not only bridge the healthcare […] The post
Absa Bank Ghana and AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Obuasi Mine have entered a partnership to support SMEs in Obuasi and its environs as part of the efforts of the latter geared toward the transformation of the local economy where it operates. To this end, the two organisations have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to mark […] The post Absa
Investing in Innovation Africa (i3), a pan-African initiative for start-ups building the future of healthcare supply chains, has announced its second cohort of 29 companies. Funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and sponsored by Cencora (formerly AmerisourceBergen), Merck Sharpe & Dohme (MSD), Microsoft and Chemonics, i3 is dedicated to facilitating the commercialisation of promising early- […] The post
Two years ago, I was having a discussion with a Chief Marketing Officer of a company concerning a new project his company wanted to embark on. This project was the first of its kind. After listening to my client, I exclaimed: “This is a very beautiful project which will positively affect the lives of many […] The post Take off the limits and take off appeared
It is highly debatable whether or not remote work affects employee productivity. On the one hand, employers argue that remote work makes it simpler for individuals to avoid working. On the other hand, avoiding the commute and concentrating on work may increase productivity. Some employers attempt to answer this query by utilising software for employee […] The post ICT
Talk about snatching defeat from the jaws of victory… On the 20th of August 2023, after months of preparation, investment, sacrifice, and execution, the Spanish Football Association and all its stakeholders (the fans, players, officials) declared victory when American referee Tori Penso blew the final whistle on a pulsating final game between Spain and England’s […] The post
The Ministries of Communications and Digitalisation and the Information Ministry have extolled Huawei Ghana, a provider of information communication technology (ICT) products and services, for impacting hundreds of young girls across the country with first-hand and advanced skills in ICT. Top officials of the two ministries at the climax of 2023’s edition of the ‘Seeds […] The post
The West Africa School of Shipping has celebrated the first-year anniversary of its establishment, while also holding a graduation ceremony for thirty-three (33) students who undertook various shipping-related courses with the school. The school is situated in Tema, Ghana, and is a recognised partner of the Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) London, offering various academic […] The post
Bank of Ghana (BoG) has won the Financial Inclusion Institutional Leadership Award 2023 from the Alliance for Financial Inclusion (AFI). The award, which was given at the just ended AFI 2023 Global Policy Forum (GPF) held in Manila, Philippines from 12th – 15th September, 2023, and hosted by the central bank of the Philippines (Bangko Sentral ng […] The post BoG
In the bustling streets of Ghana, a vibrant tech ecosystem is taking shape, poised to drive Ghana’s future prosperity. Yet, as we embark on this exhilarating digital transformation journey, we must pause to address a glaring concern: the underrepresentation of women in Ghana’s tech landscape. This challenge is not unique to Ghana; it’s a global […] The post
In today’s fast-paced business environment, companies that do not adapt and have a transformation-ready team risk becoming irrelevant. The ongoing technological changes, customer expectations, and market dynamics require businesses to evolve continuously to remain competitive. Building a transformation-ready team that can adapt rapidly is essential to staying ahead of the curve. Why modernise business practices […] The post
who reigns supreme in marketing? “I know that half of my advertising dollars are wasted…I just don’t know which half.” John Wanamaker, the father of modern advertising. The above is one of the many statements and instances which are evident when many CMOs fail to strike a balance between building their brands and using the […] The post
One stark and undeniable fact is that people often confuse brands and organisational cultures. While some people place a brand ahead of an organisational culture, others argue that without the latter (organisational culture) a brand cannot survive. Notwithstanding the position you may take, it is important to note that there is a difference between a […] The post
The European Union (EU), in collaboration with government and the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), has launched a €10million project to support vulnerable populations grappling with food insecurity in some parts of the Northern Region. The project was launched in Accra and aims to empower communities in building resilient and profitable […] The post
Start-ups have been urged to prioritise strong corporate governance structures at the initial stages, in a bid to ensure long-term success and stability. According to the experts, a strong corporate governance structure is critical for start-ups as it ensures friends and family do not mismanage resources and promotes transparency, accountabilityand fairness in business operations. One […] The post
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