Parliament yesterday November, 15, 2023 approved the 2024 Budget Statement and Economic Policy of government presented to the House by the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta. The approval, which came as a result of a headcount of members of parliament in favour of the majority, gives authorization to the government to spend an amount of Gh¢226.7 […] The post Parliament

The scene is all too familiar; usually a huddle filled with anxious travelers, who are either working out the permutations of getting an interview date to present documentation for visa or periodically having to go through a mountain of paperwork and biometrics for visa renewal. Then there is also that group who have solid social […] The post

Key findings New orders increase for tenth month running Inflationary pressures strengthen, but remain relatively muted Sharpest rise in stocks of purchases since May 2018 Companies in Ghana saw output return to growth in November as the expansion of new orders gained momentum. Firm also increased employment and purchasing activity, while expanding inventories to the […] The post Renewed

A book designed as a practical manual for the taxation of cross-border transactions, with illustrated scenarios of how the principles of international taxation apply in real-life situations, has been launched in Accra. The riveting 700-pager titled Modern Approach to International Taxation is subdivided into six parts – each dealing with concepts and tools for international […] The post

I like to think that I’m quite an ambitious person, maybe to a fault because I take on new challenges a bit too much, sometimes to my suffering ???? haha… it feels like sweet pain to me, apparently this gives me pleasure, a kick and drive…try me ???? A couple of months ago, I found […] The post Winnie Kimathi’s take on 10th Angel Fair Africa appeared

…be intentional about influencing a culture change to embrace customer-centricity The online dictionary’s meaning of transformation is instructive. It explains transformation as “a marked change in form, nature, or appearance”. The Cambridge Dictionary defines it as “a complete change in the appearance or character of something or someone, especially so that that thing or person is improved”. In terms of an organization the expression used commonly is […] The

Access Bank Ghana continues to demonstrate leadership in promoting women initiatives under its flagship programme for women, the ‘W’ Initiative. The bank is extending finance and world-class business training as well as mentorship to women owned businesses in the agriculture value chain, as part of the 2023 Womenpreneur Pitch-a-ton competition. Originally held for all subsidiaries […] The post

 In today’s rapidly evolving world, infrastructure plays a critical role in shaping the future of society. While traditional infrastructure – including roads, bridges and power grids – has long been recogniSed as the backbone of economic growth and development, digital infrastructure is evolving to form the foundation of a sustainable and equitable society. Digital infrastructure, […] The post

The national airline of Italy, ITA Airways, is gearing-up to launch direct flights from Rome to Accra starting June 6, 2024. This new development in the Ghanaian aviation space was officially confirmed by Daniela d’Orlandi, Ambassador of Italy to Ghana and Togo, during a courtesy visit to Ing. Charles Ebo Kraikue, Director General-Ghana Civil Aviation […] The post

Government has unveilled an ambitious ‘Resilient Ghana’ at the COP28 World Climate Action Summit in Dubai. This transformative plan envisions a harmonious coexistence between development and nature-positive actions. As the global community grapples with pressing climate challenges, Ghana aims to become a beacon of innovation and resilience on the world stage. This initiative seeks to […] The post

Introduction Embarking upon the trajectory outlined by Ghana’s National Integrated Maritime Strategy, the foremost objective emerges as a formidable commitment to fortifying the very bedrock of maritime governance. The multi-faceted nature of this endeavour extends beyond the delineated goals, casting a discerning eye on the intricate tapestry of factors requisite for an all-encompassing and resilient […] The post

The Moroccan Sovereign has made the development of the Atlantic African space one of the surest means of making the African continent a strategic pole both economically and geopolitically. In his speech of November 6, 2023, celebrating the 48th anniversary of the Green March, His Majesty King Mohammed VI launched a vast Atlantic initiative with […] The post The

The Futurize HealthTech Summit – a joint initiative by Futurize and AstraZeneca under the A. Catalyst Network – concluded this week, signalling a new era in African health technology. Hosted at Strathmore University Business School in Nairobi, the exclusive event welcomed over 120 attendees – each dedicated to enhancing the industry. Experts engaged in critical […] The post

Omega Court Events Center, the events wing of OGG Prestige Ghana Limited – a Ghanaian-owned company incorporated and registered in Ghana, has been opened to the public. The 1200 square metre bespoke centre is located 5 minutes away from the Potters City junction on the Prampram stretch. Its founder/CEO, Barbara Esinam Mensah, is accredited by […] The post Omega

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), through the Feed the Future (FTF) Ghana Policy LINK Activity, is set to offer year-long assistance to Charity Akortia, recognized as the 2023 National Best Farmer, and Edith Akosah Wheatland, honored as the National Best Female Farmer. Additionally, 18 other female award winners at the national, regional, […] The post

November 25, Accra – A unique partnership between the private sector, local government and the University of Ghana Plastic Recycling Project set the stage for a cleanup of plastic waste at Labadi Beach. Staff from Voltic (GH) Limited, members of the University of Ghana Plastic Recycling Project and the La Dadekotopon Municipal Assembly team joined […] The post

The Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) decision to implement a 15 percent unified Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) on both local and foreign currency bank deposits is anticipated to inject over US$700million into the foreign exchange (FX) market. Despite existing pressure on the cedi, upcoming inflows from the International Monetary Fund and cocoa loan syndication offer promise – thus enhancing market […] The post

The Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Dr. Ibrahim Mohammed Awal, has emphasised government’s dedication to ensuring that the country becomes the leading tourism destination in West Africa. According to him, the ministry’s target is to achieve two million arrivals by 2026; pledging a complete overhaul of the country’s tourism sector and creating 150,000 jobs […] The post

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has begun efforts toward regulating digital/crypto assets, in order to minimise potential harm to investors. This was made known by the SEC Director-General, Daniel Ogbamey-Tetteh, at the 2023 Ghana Capital Market Conference commemorating the regulator’s 25th anniversary. “We are in the era of digital assets – and taking a […] The post

warns against pre-election fiscal populism The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has raised concerns over government’s budget plans for 2024 – an election year. With a nearly 100 percent year-on-year increase in domestically financed capital expenditure, the Institute warned that pre-election fiscal populism could further impact the economy negatively. “If the move is politically motivated, […] The post