To avoid a phenomenon known as the ‘middle-income trap’ – wherein countries experience stagnating growth and fail to transition into high-income status despite positive economic indicators – adopting new growth strategies such as ‘tech-infusion’ is crucial. The World Bank’s World Development Report 2024 comes as we reel from high public debt and moderate growth rates […] The post
By Buertey Francis BORYO Business leaders have been urged to view the country’s increasing environmental challenges as opportunities to innovate and adapt, driving the green transformation it urgently needs. The President of Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI), Dr. Clement Osei Amoako, said this in a keynote address at the 4th Chamber Business […] The post
Stable rainfall patterns in the month of October through to November we are currently experiencing, according to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organisation’s (FAO) Global Information and Early Warning System (GIEWS), are likely to support a partial recovery for crop conditions in the country’s northern sector. GIEWS’ country brief for the months of September […] The post
By Peter Martey AGBEKO( APR) In a powerful demonstration of faith and environmental responsibility, Catholics in Ghana took to the streets today in an Environmental Prayer Walk organised by the Catholic Archdiocese of Accra in collaboration with the Conference of Major Superiors of Religious (CMSR-GH). The walk, which drew a large and diverse crowd, was part […] The post Catholics
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Delta United Group, Sabri Rezk – through business magnate and philanthropist, Yasmin Behzadi – has donated a range of sports equipment to sharpen the football skills of Ghanaian-based female football club, Jonina Football Club. The donation, which forms part of the corporate social responsibility (CSR) of the brand, is […] The post Delta United Group CEO
Absa Bank Ghana is carrying out a series of customer-focused activities as part of its Wow October initiative, a month-long extension of the traditional Customer Service Week. The initiative includes customer visits, health screenings, and giveaways, aimed at enhancing engagement with clients and improving service delivery. As part of these activities, senior bank executives and […] The post
As we can unanimously agree, Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept; it is a transformative force that is actively reshaping the future of numerous industries worldwide. While most of the world has recently become more aware of AI due to generative AI tools like GPT, Midjourney, and Gemini, the field collectively referred to […] The post Artificial
The Ghana Institute of Freight Forwarders (GIFF) has attributed the high cost of goods in Ghanaian markets to the actions of shipping lines operating within the country. According to GIFF, the arbitrary and excessive charges imposed by these shipping lines over the years have significantly contributed to the increased cost of goods on the market. […] The post Blame
Linda Segbefia, a seasoned communications expert with over a decade of experience, has launched her new website, lindasegbefia.com. This dynamic platform serves as a vibrant showcase for Linda’s passion for diverse content and storytelling, offering visitors a rich resource of topics to explore. At the heart of the website lies a commitment to sharing compelling […] The post Linda
African bankers, financiers, legal practitioners, insurers, and professionals from regulatory agencies and corporates, from across the African continent involved in trade finance will gather in Windhoek, Namibia, from 5 to 8 November for the annual Afreximbank Trade Finance Seminar (ATFS) and Factoring Workshop. The event will address critical trade finance trends, tools and offer training […] The post
By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The energy sector special purpose vehicle, E.S.L.A. Plc has successfully completed a 90 percent buyback of a GH¢1.04billion bond offer – aimed at restructuring the country’s energy sector debt. The buyback reduces outstanding liabilities from the company’s Tranche E2, E3, E4 and E5 bonds, scheduled to […] The post
A News Desk Report Financial sector stakeholders have expressed optimism following Moody’s recent upgrade of the country’s credit rating, viewing it as a positive sign for the nation’s economic recovery and future growth prospects. On October 11, 2024, Moody’s Ratings upgraded Ghana’s long-term local and foreign currency issuer ratings to Caa2 from Caa3 and Ca […] The post
with ‘Operation Clean the Water Bodies’ early results show improvement in Pra, Bromo rivers In a groundbreaking move to combat the devastating effects of illegal mining – known locally as ‘galamsey’ – on the nation’s vital water resources, the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) and University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) are set to officially […] The post Galamsey:
In an exciting development for Ghanaians looking to own a home, Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC has announced the launch of the lowest mortgage interest rate available on the market. From now until December 31, 2024, prospective homeowners can take advantage of this limited time offer to secure their dream homes. As part of our ongoing […] The post Republic Bank
By Kizito CUDJOE The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) is intensifying calls for introducing a new law that will mandate the use of ISO-14001, an environmental management framework, across all mining operations as part of the country’s fight against illegal mining. This proposal aims to enforce sustainable mining practices and limit environmental degradation, which is on […] The post
By Seth KRAMPAH The ARB Apex Bank, together with Chief Executive officers of all rural and community banks in the country, are set for the annual CEOs’ conference scheduled for October 17 at the Volta Serene Hotel, Ho in the Volta Region. This year’s conference is the twenty third in the series and on the […] The post All is set for ARB Apex Bank,
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