The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a cautionary notice to exporters regarding failure to repatriate proceeds into the country. According to the Foreign Exchange Act, 2006, Act 723, and the accompanying Letter of Commitment (LOC), exporters are obligated to repatriate proceeds of merchandise through the bank – with the exception of those with retention […] The post BoG
The importance of 5G to Africa’s business success was underlined at the 2023 Africa 5G Summit (run as part of the sixth Southern Africa Mobile Broadband [MBB] VIP Salon). The summit was hosted by Huawei and took place during AfricaCom, the continent’s largest technology conference. It brought together industry leaders, regional government regulators and representatives […] The post AfricaCom:
Blockchain mobile gaming is the convergence of the blockchain and mobile gaming ecosystems where both players and developers are empowered to own and co-create the gameplay mechanisms. Think of blockchain technology as a digital ledger or record-keeping system as it is with the banking systems. It’s like a secure database that keeps track of transactions, […] The post Harnessing
The Ambassador of Morocco to Ghana, Imane Ouaadil, has emphasised the Morocco-Nigeria gas pipeline’s significance – describing it as a major project that intersects strategic, economic and geopolitical interests of the sub-region. The project spans over 7,000 kilometres, intending to transport more than 8 billion cubic metres of natural gas. This initiative promises to revolutionise […] The post
Whereas climate is mainly associated with the environmental conditions of a particular place, the word ‘climate’ could also mean much more. Climate could also mean the general attitude or feeling about an issue, a circumstance or a place. This is why we can have a climate of political unrest in a country or a climate […] The post Psychological
…Navigating business financing for success Debt management is a pivotal component of financial health for businesses. It involves a comprehensive understanding of various types of business financing, their advantages and disadvantages, and the effective management of debt, encompassing loans and credit lines. In this article, we will delve into the world of business debt management, […] The post
In a world craving simplicity, smartCover from Enterprise Computing Ltd. (ECL) emerges as the digitally innovative advantage in the insurance landscape. Wave goodbye to paperwork chaos and complex jargon – smartCover transforms insurance into a seamless, user-friendly experience. Picture this: insurance operations streamlined to the ease of sending a text message. Agents using smartCover mobile […] The post
The faces of the management and children of Teshie Orphanage were beaming with smiles and joy as Afriwave Telecom Ghana Limited refurbished their library to a modern standard. Afriwave Telecom refurbished the home’s library and resourced it with a thousand space bookshelves, six (6) desktop computers with one year Internet subscription. Teshie Orphanage is a […] The post Afriwave
In recent years, Ghana has grappled with a formidable surge in inflation rates, significantly impacting the cost of living for households, escalating overhead expenses for businesses and amplifying government’s cost of borrowing. The inflation rate, escalating from 12.6% in 2021 to a staggering 54.1% in 2022, has prompted a proactive response from the Bank of […] The post
“You make mistakes. Mistakes don’t make you.” – Maxwell Maltz ****This article was first published in 2014 and still VERY relevant*** Today’s topic is about how employees can cope with the consequences of making mistakes and learning lessons from them and moving on. It is about “rolling with the punches”. The Meaning of “Roll with […] The post
…A gamified approach to boost performance and engagement The importance of a motivated and cohesive team cannot be overemphasised in today’s competitive corporate world. As Steve Jobs famously stated in an interview ““great things in business are never done by one person, they’re done by a team of people”. The recruitment process is the first […] The post Revolutionising
A financial security analyst, Kwabena Addo Amankwah, has announced his intention to contest the Manhyia South Constituency primaries of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, incumbent Member of Parliament for the constituency, is one of the names that has been circulating in the media as a possible running-mate to the Vice President […] The post Addo
Chief Executive Officer-Duncs Consult Ltd. and President-Customer Experience Scale-Up Seminars, Charlotte Sarfowaa Akan-Duncan, has been decorated with the CEO of the Year, Business Management Consulting award, at the Ghana Industry CEO Awards’ 2023 edition. The acknowledgement, a noteworthy milestone for Madam Sarfowaa Akan-Duncan and her firm, asserts their commitment to excellence in Ghana’s business management […] The post
In today’s dynamic and ever-evolving workplace, the terms “employee engagement” and “productivity” have become increasingly significant. Employee engagement refers to the emotional commitment and connection employees have to their work, organization, and goals. It’s about the enthusiasm, dedication, and passion they bring to their roles. On the other hand, productivity measures the efficiency and effectiveness […] The post
… An examination of the ICT landscape Ghana’s Information and Communications Technology sector (ICT) is not one that stands on its own but rather supports and enables other sectors like banking, mining, health, education and even agriculture, with the advent of artificial intelligence and data-intensive farming. It has undergone significant evolution, marking its presence as […] The post Probing
The Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly (STMA), with support from Twin-Cities in Sustainable Partnership Project (TCSPP), is partnering with JOY News and some selected local radio stations to launch a campaign dubbed ‘Operation Clean Your Surroundings’ to promote good hygiene practices. The campaign aims to enforce the assembly’s environmental sanitation bye-laws and encourage citizens to take responsibility […] The post
The challenge of feeding the world is immense, given the unrelenting effects of climate change, from droughts and floods, both of which have increased in frequency and intensity in Africa. To secure global food supplies by 2050 when the world’s population will reach 9.6 billion, Africa must become part of the solution. This month’s Global […] The post Time
…for boards and political office leaders Whether an organization or economy is going to stay compliant, be it by its own internal policies, industry-specific regulations or other standards, it is unmistaken rule that its administration is a greater contributor. This may require the leadership of such an organization and other appointees having to champion and […] The post
A book examining the persona and contributions of Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to Ghana’s public and political space is set to be released. The book titled “Dr Bawumia and the Modern Vice Presidency in Ghana” is authored by political communication scholar and analyst Dr Etse Sikanku. Dr Sikanku is also the author of the […] The post Book
Hollard Life has snagged the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana’s (CIMG) Marketing-Oriented Insurance Company (Life Category) of the Year, 2022 at the 34th CIMG Annual National Marketing Performance Awards held at the Labadi Beach Hotel. According to the citation, Hollard Life was recognised for its dedication to customer-centric strategies and marketing excellence. “The year under review […] The post
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