In the Ahafo Region of Ghana, a transformative initiative is reshaping the trajectory of countless young lives. The Newmont Ahafo Development Foundation (NADeF) scholarship scheme, launched in 2009, serves as a vital tool for empowering youth through education and vocational training. With its focus on formal education and employable skills development, this initiative has become […] The post

Leading Ghanaian real estate developer, RSS Developers Ltd, has officially opened its latest upscale residential project, Meridian Gardens Estate, reaffirming its commitment to providing modern, high-quality living spaces for Ghanaians. This state-of-the-art development features two and three-bedroom apartments designed to the highest standards of comfort and convenience. Each unit comes with a range of premium […] The post

By Emmanuel AKOMEA The Team Lead for DeveloPPP Ghana, GIZ, Dr. Holger Till, has indicated that Pandemic Management Projects have successfully reached over one million people, providing essential support and resources to mitigate the impact of COVID-19. Speaking at the close-out of Pandemic Management projects implemented by GIZ, he highlighted the initiatives’ key objectives and […] The post

By Afia Gyapomah TWUMASI The traditional financial system, led by brick-and-mortar banks, has historically supported economic growth. However, it could not enable access for many to be financially included and was saddled with service inefficiencies. Over the last decade, technological innovations like ATMs, online banking, and mobile banking were deployed to transformed financial services and […] The post

By Dede WOBIL In the global push towards sustainable development, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) frameworks have emerged as vital tools for businesses aiming to align with ethical, social, and environmental responsibilities. With growing economic prospects and complex social dynamics in Ghana, ESG can be crucial in addressing critical human rights issues. As organizations and […] The post

As VCTF marks its 20th anniversary, we look back at two decades of empowering small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and advancing Ghana’s venture capital ecosystem. A legacy of growth and partnership With a clear mandate to drive economic growth by providing venture capital to Ghanaian SMEs, the Venture Capital Trust Fund (VCTF) established itself in […] The post

BetPawa, a prominent online sports betting brand and sponsor of the Ghana Premier League (GPL), has announced an expansion in the scope of its partnership with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) for the local clubs. The Locker Room Bonus (LRB) was introduced in the GPL during the 2022/23 season to celebrate winners and further reward […] The post

Accra Hearts of Oak has moved to fifth position on the 2024/25 Ghana Premier League (GPL) table after securing their first back-to-back victory of the season with a lone goal triumph over Vision FC. Mawuli Wayo’s second-half strike for the Phobians helped them earn the narrow 1-0 win over Vision FC at the University of […] The post 2024\25

By Buertey Francis BORYOR In a bold step to position Ghana as the destination of choice for business process outsourcing (BPO) in Africa, German Cooperation, Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), and other key stakeholders, officially launched the ‘Business Outsourcing Services Association of Ghana’ (BOSAG), in Accra, November 12, 2024. The BOSAG’s launch plays a significant […] The post BOSAG

By Kizito CUDJOE The Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, has called for broader efforts to embed Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practices, particularly mediation, into the legal system to fully leverage its potential. “This includes integrating mediation within our legal frameworks, training legal professionals and informing the public on mediation’s benefits,” Justice Torkornoo stated, during remarks delivered […] The post

By Bernard Yaw ASHIADEY The Green Africa Youth Organization (GAYO) Ghana is one of the five winners of the 2024 Earthshot Prize. With each winner receiving £1 million to accelerate and scale the impact of their innovative environmental solutions, GAYO’s win, for the ‘Clean Our Air’ category, is a major boost to climate activists in Ghana […] The post GAYO wins 2024 £1m

In a heartfelt show of support for breast cancer awareness, MTN Ghana organized “Y’ello Goes Pink Day” for its staff in October 2024. The event, held at MTN House and its regional offices, was part of a series of activities aimed at raising awareness about the disease. Before the Y’ello Goes Pink Day event commenced, […] The post MTN employees support

The African Refiners and Distributors Association (ARDA) have asked 54 African countries to end dolarisation of petroleum products. They asked the African countries to build integrated infrastructure to guarantee energy security that is independent of developed countries to stabilise their economies. President of the ARDA, Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, while speaking at the African Energy Week […] The post

October, globally recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, marks an important time for The Trust Hospital. As the hospital’s principal Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, Pink October, now in its 15th year, is dedicated to enhancing awareness and promoting the early detection of breast cancer. Through a comprehensive series of screenings, outreach initiatives, and community […] The post

By Adjoa KWAKYE When I look back at the comms landscape in 2019, it feels like an entirely different world. The way we communicated, the strategies we relied on, and the media we engaged with have evolved in ways we could not have predicted. From the growing importance of digital platforms to the rise of […] The post Five lessons from my five years in comms appeared

The 40th National Farmers’ Day celebration’s theme,  ‘Building climate-resilient agriculture for sustainable food security’, was apt considering impacts of climate change on the fisheries and aquaculture sector in recent times. The theme emphasises necessity for developing climate-resilient fisheries and aquaculture as a fundamental pillar of sustainable food security in our country.  Regulating fishing practices, restoring […] The post

Ghanaians, deeply committed to upholding democratic ideals and ensuring the sanctity of free and fair elections, gathered to launch The 7th March Free and Fair Elections March. This march, aimed at reinforcing democratic values and promoting a peaceful election period, aligns with Ghana’s vision of a stable and just society. A symbolic gathering is planned […] The post

Leading PR & Rating firm, Avance Media has announced its inaugural publication on 50 Ghanaian women who have made significant impacts in the financial sector in 2024. With women leading various global finance firms, Ghana has also become a hub for female leadership in finance. This publication recognizes the resilience, innovation, and expertise of these […] The post

By Kizito CUDJOE A total lodgement of US$840,765,266 was made into the Petroleum Holding Fund (PHF) as receipts for the first half of 2024 compared with US$540,456,124 for the same period in 2023, according to the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC). This represents a 55.6 percent increase compared with the figure for H1 2023. […] The post 2024

By Juliet ETEFE ([email protected]) Top business leaders are intensifying  calls for tax reforms and increased transparency in fiscal policies, arguing that these changes are crucial for boosting economic growth. They pointed to the burdens of high taxes, complex regulations and limited insight into public spending as significant obstacles to progress. Chief executive officers from sectors […] The post