…unveils Naa Ashorkor as its influencer By Buertey Francis BORYOR Renowned luxury fabric producer Vlisco has launched its latest collection for 2024 in a vibrant event marked by elegance and creativity, hosted at its shop in the Accra Mall. Additionally, Ghanaian media personality Naa Ashorkor was unveiled as the brand’s inaugural influencer. Titled ‘Eclectic Cool’, […] The post

The Bank of Ghana has appointed Dr. Joseph O. France as an advisor to the management of Universal Merchant Bank LTD (UMB) effective March, 25 2024. The advisor is expected to help monitor UMB’s recapitalisation efforts and implementation of governance reforms agreed with the Bank of Ghana. This was in a BoG press release issued […] The post BoG appoints advisor for UMB appeared

Inlaks, a leading ICT infrastructure and systems integrator in sub-Saharan Africa, proudly joins the global community in celebrating the accomplishments of women as part of International Women’s Day. This annual event is dedicated to honouring women’s achievements, addressing challenges and advocating for women’s rights and inclusion. This year’s theme, ‘Inspire Inclusion’, highlights the importance of […] The post

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU  [email protected] Fostering deeper integration of capital markets on the African continent, SecondStax is embarking on an ambitious expansion plan to integrate an additional 14 African stock exchanges onto its platform. The co-founder of SecondStax, Mr. Duke Lartey, disclosed that the company’s focus for the year includes bringing on board the Bourse […] The post

First National Bank has completed the training of business news reporters and editors at its maiden Journalism Academy workshop in Accra. Participants received lessons in analysing financial statements and the importance of ethical reporting at the two-day workshop organised by First National Bank Ghana, in partnership with the University of Media, Arts and Communication – […] The post

Travelling is often filled with unexpected challenges and complexities, but it just got easier. Samsung Galaxy S24 series, powered by Galaxy AI, is a personal travel guide in your pocket, making the experience smoother and more accessible than ever. Considering a weekend in Paris? Thanks to the 2024 Summer Olympics, that will be even more […] The post Samsung Galaxy

By Samuel Tetteh TEI As the world grapples with economic uncertainties, geopolitical tensions and shifting market dynamics, the imperative for countries to meticulously craft and execute strategic inward investment policies has never been more pressing. Inward investment policies and measures serve as the cornerstone of a country’s efforts to attract and retain foreign investment. For […] The post

By Samuel Owusu-Aduomi The modern workplace should foster development, creativity, and cooperation. But there’s a dark cloud that frequently hides in the shadows of business hallways: workplace bullying. This sneaky problem erodes the basis of a healthy work environment, impairs employee well-being, and impedes productivity. In this feature article, we explore the many types of […] The post

In the annals of history, Julius Caesar’s use of a simple yet effective cipher to protect messages of military significance stands out as an early testament to the importance of secure communication. Today, as we navigate the complex digital landscape, the principles underlying Caesar’s cipher find renewed relevance in the face of burgeoning cybersecurity threats, […] The post

By Ama KUDOM-AGYEMANG Can you ever imagine a malaria free Africa? No way! Judging from the long, arduous, complex and expensive journey complicated by climate change, to find a permanent treatment, the disease might seem impossible to eradicate. While, existing interventions have significantly reduced the burden of malaria across Africa, mainly due to the scale-up […] The post

By Elizabeth PUNSU, Jamasi The Sekyere Rural Bank PLC at Jamasi in the Sekyere South District of Ashanti Region  has  held its 34th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders. The 34th AGM was part of the major activities of the bank to climax the 40th anniversary. After 40 years of impactful rural banking operations, the bank […] The post Sekyere Rural

By Samuel Tetteh TEI As the world grapples with economic uncertainties, geopolitical tensions and shifting market dynamics, the imperative for countries to meticulously craft and execute strategic inward investment policies has never been more pressing. Inward investment policies and measures serve as the cornerstone of a country’s efforts to attract and retain foreign investment. For […] The post

Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU [email protected] Businesses in the country are facing a significant hurdle in their quest for growth, banks still favouring investment in government securities above extending credit to the private sector, fresh data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has shown. During a press briefing for the 117th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings, […] The post

By Mohammed AWAL Kwaku Arthur-Annobil, Strategy Lead and Business Manager at Stanbic Bank, has urged traditional financial institutions to increase their support for women-led businesses and the informal sector in general, which play a crucial role in the country’s economy. Speaking at the maiden edition of the Women in Business Dialogue Series organised by the […] The post

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO With women-led businesses standing tall in terms of loan payback and the ability to sustain growth steadily, experts posit that it is time to inspire more women into entrepreneurship. Leading the initiative to inspire women is Dr. Daniel McKorley, Chairman of McDan Group. He explained that with women comprising over half […] The post Women

By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Fostering collaboration, financial literacy, strategic planning, access to funding and embracing standardisation for international opportunities are some of the most critical factors required if women-led businesses are to reach their potential in delivering on the promise of being a critical pillar of national economic transformation. This was the central takeaway […] The post

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU [email protected] Minister of Finance Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has outlined a series of initiatives aimed at making the economy a preferred investment destination At the inauguration of the Ghana Mutual Prosperity Partnership Steering Committee in Accra, the Finance Minister made a frank assessment of the country’s business environment while indicating government’s […] The post