In a resounding affirmation of Ghana’s burgeoning tech sector, executives from Ghana Link Network Services dominated the 6th Edition of the National Communications Awards 2024, underscoring the company’s pivotal role in the country’s digital transformation. Dr. Prince Alvin Kwabena Ansah, the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Ghana Link Network Services, clinched the prestigious CTO of […] The post
By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO MTN Ghana has made a donation of GH¢10,000 to the La Traditional Area to support its activities for the Homowo festival. The delegation, led by Chief Customer Relations Officer at MTN, Jemima Kotei Walsh, emphasised MTN’s dedication to supporting the traditions and activities that bring communities together for growth and development. […] The post MTN
By Kizito CUDJOE A new report from the IMAL Initiative for Climate and Development has outlined five strategic recommendations to restore confidence and rebuild trust among parties as they approach negotiations on the New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) ahead of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan. The report, titled ‘Rebuilding Confidence and Trust after the US$100billion: Recommendations […] The post
Academic City University College – a tertiary institution offering degrees in Business, Communication, Arts, Engineering and IT – has held a thought-provoking discourse on the roles of data science and cyber security, with a call for effective collaboration between industry and academia to address the profound impact these fields are having on the future of […] The post
By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The University of Media, Arts and Communication-Institute of Journalism (UniMAC-IJ), formerly Ghana Institute of Journalism (GIJ), has demonstrated how to promote youth patronage of indigenous tourist sites through its ‘Tourism Marketing’ class project. The initiative, aimed at boosting domestic tourism, fostered collaboration between industry and academia – showcasing a model for […] The post
OHCHR, UNFPA, UNESCO and UNWOMEN in partnership with the CHRAJ of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) have organized a workshop on human rights for journalists from 15 to 16 august. This activity aims to support media actors to report on human rights and gender issues and prevent hate speech and incitement […] The post OHCHR,
By John S. QUAISIE Experts say that smart people plan for their retirement. People who downplay the idea of retirement planning, wake up too late to find that their retirement is just around the corner. Individuals who are serious about the planning process are more likely to make smooth and successful transition to retirement and […] The post The
By Denis GYEYIR Members of Ghana’s parliament face a critical task as they deliberate on ratification of the country’s first lithium mining agreement – a 15-year lease with Barari DV for the Ewoyaa HYPERLINK “https://www.atlanticlithium.com.au/projects-ghana” mine. Their decision holds far-reaching implications for the nation’s economy and environment. Lawmakers mus, therefore thoroughly evaluate the agreement and […] The post
By Reynell BADOE Remittances, the financial flows resulting from emigration, have become one of the most significant sources of foreign exchange for developing nations. These inflows, sent by migrants to their families in their home countries, often surpass traditional sources of external financing such as foreign direct investment (FDI). International remittances provide households in most […] The post
The Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has highlighted key initiatives his government would implement if elected into office to revitalise the sports sector and Ghana Premier League. Speaking at the NPP’s 2024 Manifesto launch in Takoradi, Dr. Bawumia introduced comprehensive and sustainable sports development policies. These include […] The post
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Nawule President Nana Akufo-Addo has officially broken ground for commencing the first phase of Ghana’s Petroleum Hub development in Jomoro, Western Region. This move marks the start of a significant project aimed at boosting the nation’s oil and gas industry. The Petroleum Hub project – which consists of refineries, petrochemical plants, […] The post
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has paid out a total of GH¢3.2billion in benefits to its members during first-half 2024. This was revealed by SSNIT Director-General Mr. Kofi Osafo-Maafo during the 2024 SSNIT Mobile Service (SMS) Week launch at Elmina Fishing Harbour. In his address, Mr. Osafo-Maafo highlighted […] The post SSNIT
Economists at Standard Bank, the parent company of Stanbic Bank Ghana, have reported notable improvements in Ghana’s balance of trade. In the June 2024 Flashnote of the Africa Markets Revealed (AMR) report, Standard Bank reported that the country’s trade balance reached a surplus of USD 1.81 billion in June 2024, up from USD 1.60 billion in […] The post Economy
By Rafiq Nungor ADAM Farmers in the Upper West Region are in distress as a prolonged dry spell devastates their maize crops. Market women are also feeling the impact as farmers withhold their produce, fearing food insecurity. Impact of the dry spell on farmers “I don’t want us to go to the farm; let’s have […] The post Upper West Region faces severe dry spell
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Apremdo The Western Region will take delivery 110 pieces of road improvement equipment allocated to the area, under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) to resolve the road infrastructure challenges. The equipment are bulldozers, wheel loaders, concrete mixers, low beds, motor graders, water tankers, tipper trucks, backhoes as well as rollers. […] The post
The Upper West Regional Minister, Stephen Yakubu, has lauded President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his visionary leadership in implementing the District Road Improvement Project (DRIP). During the reception and inauguration of the DRIP equipment for the Upper West Region which was inaugurated recently by the President in Accra, Mr. Yakubu commended the government’s responsiveness […] The post
Standard Bank has mobilized sustainable finance of over US$3 billion this year to advance green and renewable energy initiatives across Africa, thereby driving sustainable growth and energy independence throughout the continent. This was disclosed by Sydney Nii Ayitey Tetteh – Executive Vice President, Energy & Infrastructure, Client Coverage, Corporate and Investment Banking at Stanbic Bank […] The post
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