Twenty-year-old Eric Amissah has been convicted by a Cape Coast Circuit Court for stealing underground telecommunication cables belonging to Telecel Ghana, worth an estimated GH¢580,000. A second suspect, Emmanuel Cobbold, is awaiting trial for the same crime. With the assistance of the Abura Police in Cape Coast, the duo was accosted on the night of […] The post One

Margaret Olele’s debut novel, ‘Corals of Youth’, offers a nostalgic and thought-provoking exploration of Nigeria’s economic past, with valuable lessons for African readers, including Ghanaians. Beyond the commonalities of folklore where the crafty Tortise Ibekwu, has a kindred connection with Anase the Spider, the book delves into the country’s economic climate during the 1970s to […] The post

By Kwaku OFORI The rhetoric surrounding the importance of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs) in Africa is well-known. SMEs are often lauded as the backbone of economies, the engines of job creation, and crucial contributors to GDP. However, translating this rhetoric into tangible, practical support remains a significant challenge. As Africa navigates the post-pandemic recovery, […] The post

By Eric Osei ANNOR In the fast-paced world of business, where immediacy often takes precedence over long-term strategy, Vice President Bawumia’s thought-provoking statement, “If I do everything today, what will I do tomorrow?” offers a profound lesson in the art of sustainable growth. This phrase, though simple, encapsulates a powerful philosophy that is crucial for […] The post

Insufficient investment in cold storage facilities and transportation infrastructure must be tackled head on to combat post-harvest losses. Every year, Ghana loses some US$600million in overall post-harvest losses, according to the Chamber of Agribusiness Ghana (CAG). It is in view of this that the CAG has tasked stakeholders, including government, to adequately prepare for the […] The post

Amid growing concerns about the extent of illegal mining activities around the country and how it is negatively affecting our water-bodies, Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to intensifying efforts against illegal mining. The minister affirmed that government will soon deploy law enforcement agencies to target areas with […] The post

By Fouad IDUN-OGDE Investing in the stock market is a journey filled with uncertainty, risk, and the potential for significant rewards. The question that often weighs on the minds of both seasoned and new investors, is whether there is an opportune moment to enter the market. This query holds particular significance within the context of […] The post Time in the market

By Rafiq Nungor ADAM Sinapi Aba Savings and Loans (SASL) has received a €2.5million grant from the European Union (EU) and European Development Financial Institution (EDFI) Management Company, to support farmers in the northern regions as part of the €10million Agriculture Financing Initiative (AgriFI) launched in Wa, Upper West Region. Joyce Nyamekye, Corporate Planning Manager-Sinapi […] The post

International Precious Metals Bulion (IPMB) has inaugurated a water project aimed at improving the livelihoods of communities impacted by illegal mining activities. This initiative marks the beginning of a collaborative effort between IPMB and the local community to construct 50 boreholes to drive positive change and social development. At the project’s launch ceremony, IPMB founder […] The post

Final negotiations are underway in New York for this month’s Summit of the Future, where Heads of State will agree on reforms to the building blocks of global cooperation. The United Nations has convened this unique Summit because of a stark fact: global problems are moving faster than the institutions designed to solve them. We […] The post World

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The National Information Technology Agency (NITA) has been presented with three ISO certificates for its competence in the fields of information security, business continuity and IT service management at a cocktail event to round-off its ICT Week celebration in Accra on August 30, 2024. The certificates include  ISO 20000:2018 for IT […] The post NITA

In a scathing indictment of the nation’s legislative process, consumer advocates yesterday accused the government of leaving 34.5 million Ghanaians vulnerable to unfair business practices due to a 19-year delay in passing crucial consumer protection legislation. Speaking at a press conference in Accra, Mr. Koffi Kapito, CEO of the Consumer Protection Agency (CPA), lambasted the […] The post

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Recent evaluations of political party manifestos reveal inadequate support for the country’s burgeoning start-up ecosystem. According to a report released by the Africa Entrepreneurship Dialogue (AfED), dubbed  Ghana Startup Manifesto Index (GSMI) – which assessed both the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and New Patriotic Party (NPP) manifestos, neither party’s proposals fully […] The post

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Cape Coast The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced plans to halt imports of electricity meters and instead source them from local manufacturers. The move is expected to help create employment opportunities under a broader strategy that supports indigenisation of the economy. It follows a decision by some locally-based companies […] The post ECG

Co-founder and President of Laweh University College, Prof. Mrs. Goski Alabi, has dismissed concerns that granting charters to private universities will lower the quality of tertiary education. “It is common knowledge that moonlighting or adjunct teaching is a phenomenon in tertiary education, with many public university lecturers also engaged by private institutions,” she explained, dismissing […] The post

Kenneth Amponsah, Chief Risk Officer of UBA Ghana, has emphasised that “ethical culture must begin with leadership” during his remarks at the recent ACI Financial Markets Conference held in Accra. The event gathered prominent leaders from Ghana’s financial market players to explore strategies for enhancing ethical standards across the industry, with a focus on the […] The post

In a remarkable act of compassion, The Ladies Association of GCB Bank PLC has extended significant financial support to Annellie Danso, enabling her to undergo vital surgery at the Oral and Maxillofacial Unit of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. The formal presentation took place at the hospital. Annellie Danso, who has been grappling with a severe […] The post