Geolicraft’s CEO, George Akologo, has emphasized the transformative potential of the handicraft sector on Ghana’s economy. Asia, the current leader in handicraft production, falls short in quality compared to Ghana, prompting Akologo to advocate involving the Tourism, Art, and Culture Ministry and investors in sector discussions. Mr. Akologo, therefore, proposes the establishment of Ghanaian warehouses […] The post
Chapter 1 I’ve always wondered about Philippe I have always wondered about Phillipe Petit. To wake up one day and decide to hang one’s life by the rope… How does one come to this state of mind—and of action? On the 7th of August, 1974, New Yorkers woke up to find 25-year-old Frenchman Phillipe Petit […] The post Doing the best we can (stories) appeared first on
… creative ways for corporations to connect with clients this Christmas The twinkling lights and festive melodies herald the arrival of the holiday season, casting a warm glow on the world of corporate hustle and bustle. For businesses, it’s more than just the final stretch of year-end projects; it’s a unique opportunity to infuse warmth […] The post
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, has urged all member-states participating in the 2023 UN (United Nations) Peacekeeping Ministerial to convert the knowledge and insights that will be shared at the meeting into tangible actions. Delivering a speech during the ministerial meeting’s first day, she emphasised that current security challenges […] The post
Ola Senior High School has emerged winner of the National Cybersecurity Challenge organised by the Cyber Security Authority (CSA). The competition aims at enhancing awareness on cybersecurity best practices for students, addressing the increasing vulnerability of students online, and equipping students with the skills to interact with digital technology confidently, safely and responsibly. This year’s edition […] The post
Ever wonder why some of your very knowledgeable staff members find it difficult to speak up or participate in meetings, while others constantly want to take center stage? The four temperaments—the Sanguine, the Choleric, the Melancholic, and the Phlegmatic—that were first described by the Greek physician Hippocrates were examined in my earlier writings, which taught […] The post
…holds 63rd AGM 2023 in Volta Region The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) has held its 63rd annual general meeting (AGM) in the Volta Region, under the theme Industrialisation Through Sustainable and Efficient Supply Chains. The event gathered over 250 industrialists drawn from all the country’s 16 regions, who are focused on promoting industrialisation through sustainable […] The post AGI
The Trust Hospital Limited, a prominent health services provider in the nation, recently conducted a strategic business meeting to highlight its commendable performance over the past three years and present its medium-term framework. Post-pandemic, the hospital has experienced an upward trajectory in facilities operated, services offered and revenue generated. The five-year plan, Agenda 2027, focuses […] The post
U.S.-based Ghanaian preteen, Nicholas Buamah continues to inspire youth and teenagers alike with his breakthrough TV show that is captivating the viewers. The 12-year-old boy who first got the internet ablaze when he was a year younger with his pilot episode, has once again attracted global attention with the premiere of his new TV show […] The post US-based
The Ministry of Finance has unveilled a comprehensive strategy to utilise financial instruments, public-private partnerships and international assistance to channel investments into green projects. This demonstrates the country’s commitment to advancing climate finance and reducing emissions across economic sectors. The ambitious plan took centre-stage at the pivotal COP28 side-event hosted by the ministry on collaborative […] The post
A commodity index tracks a basket of commodities to measure their price and investment return performance. However, indexes are not only created to be traded or for investment purposes but can be used to track global food prices or inflation. An example is the Consumer Price Index (CPI). Indexes are often traded on Exchanges, thus […] The post GCX special
On December 4, 2023 the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) under the leadership of Professor Amin Alhassan signed an agreement with China Global Television Network (CGTN), the international division of the Chinese state broadcaster China Central Television (CCTV). In the agreement, the two prominent state-owned broadcasters are expected to cooperate under the All-Media Service Platform (AMSP) […] The post
SEND Ghana, an advocacy organisation, has urged a reevaluation for certain aspects of the 2024 national budget, championing significant changes across various key sectors to ensure enhanced welfare and social protection. Drawing from a comprehensive five-year assessment spanning 2020 to 2024, SEND highlighted urgent needs and policy gaps in areas like healthcare, education, agriculture and […] The post
The inaugural lithium lease with Barari DV Ghana Limited, which has come under public scrutiny, will be submitted to parliament by the first quarter of 2024, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has hinted. Before it goes to parliament, however, the deal will have to be approved by Cabinet, the minister said in a direct response to […] The post Lithium
As part of its corporate social responsibility activities in thanksgiving to God for his unconditional mercies to the group for the year 2023, the Jospong Group of Companies will support dialysis patients who cannot pay their bills at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital with over GH¢500,000. Group Chairman Joseph Siaw Agyepong disclosed this on Thursday, […] The post
The Director-Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research (NMIMR), University of Ghana, Professor Dorothy Yeboah-Manu, has emphasised the need for Africa to expand its local vaccine, diagnostics and therapeutics manufacturing capacity to be enabled in responding to pandemics and health crises. Although the continent consumes 25 percent of the world’s vaccine production, it manufactures less than […] The post
records 131% growth in profit meets minimum capital requirement Kwaebibirem Rural Bank PLC at Asuom in the Eastern Region has recorded remarkable growth in all operational indicators for the 2022 year under review. The bank recorded a profit before tax of approximately GH¢3.45million in the 2022 year under review against a little over GH¢1.4million in […] The post Kwaebibirem
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