…as ride-hailers express dissatisfaction Users of ride-hailing app Bolt have raised concerns over the introduction of an extra layer of cost in the form of a five percent ‘booking fee’ otherwise referred to as ‘digital transport fee’ on every requested ride, despite warning from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) banning its implementation earlier […] The post

…A Spotlight on China’s Belt and Road Initiative Visualize a modern highway active with trade, not just spanning a single nation but stretching and winding across continents, over rugged mountains, through cities, and across oceans. This is perhaps the most straightforward illustration to describe the vision of China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), a grand […] The post

“He who dances to every tune will soon be lame in both legs.” – African Proverb In His most sorrowful state, Christ counselled His disciples to “Watch and pray, that you enter not into temptation: the spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak”. Beyond the spiritual essence of His counsel, He was expressing the […] The post The Attitude Lounge

I find the changing nature of work very interesting. Not so long ago – recruiters and hiring managers used to be consumed by tons and tons of paper applications in the form of curriculum vitae (CV) and or resumes in search of jobs. To me, finding space for these paper applications was a herculean task […] The post The Future of Work Capsules:

Bolgatanga Girls’ Senior High School (BOGISS) was the only girls’ school in the Upper East Region for a very long time. Call her the Lily of the North. She (BOGISS) has been responsible for providing access to education for many girls from all over the country: from Kumasi to Sekondi, from Accra to Bimbilla, from […] The post We are coming home:

Personnel of the Ghana Police Service have been entreated to uphold the legislations, protocols and agreements that govern the right of free access to the sea for landlocked countries. This is to among other things ensure that the country’s transit corridors remain the preferred routes for landlocked countries to boost the economy as well as […] The post Police

Over the past few years, African Union, the continental organization, has made intra-African trade its newest flagship and has created the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), which provides a unique and valuable platform for potential investors to support the continent’s transformation through industrialisation and export development, for businesses to access adequate trade and market information, and […] The post

 AT is offering free voice calls to the affected customers and communities in the lower Volta area, including Battor, Atorkor, Glime, Akplabanya, Sogakope, Anloga, Ayetepe, and its environs to help relieve the communication needs of its customers. The recent flooding in these areas has resulted in significant challenges for the affected residents. AT is providing […] The post AT

… the collective expertise at play In the ever-evolving landscape of property development, a collective synergy of expertise is paramount to turn aspirations into tangible realities. This article delves into the multifaceted roles played by professionals in the field, emphasizing the collaborative efforts that contribute to the success of development projects. From conceptualization to construction […] The post

While it is true that we need a lot, including money, to be able to travel, the above subject serves as a reminder that adventure also requires the courage to leave familiarity behind. I came across a video on social media featuring a young woman who seemed to have moved to a first-world country. She […] The post It takes guts — not just the ability to travel

Some 1,655 graduating students from KNUST’s College of Engineering (CoE) have been charged to be ‘visionary, daring and transformative’ as they embark on their next phase as engineers in the world of work. Chief Executive-Ghana Grid Company Ltd. (GRIDCo) issued the ‘call to action’ when delivering a Motivational Speech at the CoE Congregation on 10th […] The post

The Chief Executive Officer of Jogobu Limited, Blaise Kudatugu, has urged businesses to embrace JCLSoft with RFID technology to enhance efficiency and productivity in the workplace. He said JCLSoft with RFID technology has the potential to enhance their competitive edge in the marketplace. In addition, he said there were more benefits to the use of […] The post Jogobu

The Ghana Chapter of the Open Forum on Agricultural Biotechnology (OFAB) has recognised Ghanaian science journalists who have distinguished themselves in reporting and promoting agricultural biotechnology knowledge and acceptance in the country. Prof. Paul Bosu, Director General of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, explained at the 6th Edition of the OFAB Media Award […] The post

Presenting the 2024 Budget and Economic Statement to Parliament, the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta has announced tax reliefs that have been prioritised for implementation next year. The following reliefs have been prioritised for implementation: i. Extend zero rate of VAT on locally manufactured african prints for two (2) more years; ii. Waive import duties on […] The post

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) was recently ranked #1 in South Africa for its research output, #1 in the world in terms of SDG 1 and it’s School of Tourism and Hospitality was also recently recognised in the Shanghai rankings as # in Africa and #6 in the world. In a bid to keep its […] The post UJ Continues

Government has projected the country’s economy to exceed GH¢1 trillion in 2024. According to the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, who was presented the 2024 Budget in parliament on Wednesday November 15, the economy under President Akufo-Addo’s final year in office is projected to be valued over GH?1 trillion in 2024 from the GH?219.5 billion in […] The post

Government has budgeted GH?220 million to support the relief phase for communities affected by the Akosombo spillage as well as floods upstream in the Oti, Savannah, and Bono-East Regions, the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, during his presentation of government’s Budget Statement and Economic Policy for the 2024 Financial Year has revealed. He added that for […] The post

Fidelity Bank Ghana, the country’s largest privately-owned bank, has reaffirmed its unwavering dedication to the agricultural sector at a presidential breakfast meeting on agriculture and agribusiness financing in Ghana. This profound commitment was shared by Nana Esi Idun-Arkhurst, Divisional Director, Retail and Business Banking at Fidelity Bank, who highlighted the strategic commitment of Fidelity Bank […] The post

Non-governmental organisations in Ghana, under the banner of Ghana CSO Networks and partners, have put forward this position paper expressing “concern over taxation on sanitary pads in Ghana” ahead of the 2024 National Budget reading; and are embarking on a series of advocacy initiatives – including the #Don’tTaxMyPad initiative – targetted at advising stakeholders not […] The post Please

Livestock traders in the Upper East Region have been strongly advised to prioritize the vaccination of their animals to prevent sudden and severe financial losses. The advice follows the outbreak of Anthrax in the region in June 2023, which led to significant financial setbacks for livestock farmers and resulted in the imposition of a government […] The post Livestock