In a significant demonstration of interfaith support and community development, the Executive Chairman of the Jospong Group, Dr. Joseph Siaw Agyepong, on behalf of the group, has announced a major donation towards the completion of the Zoomlion Central Mosque, Ashalley Botwe-Nmai Dzorn. Speaking at a heartfelt ceremony attended by the Imam of the Mosque, Imam […] The post Jospong

By Henry Atta Nyame There is a growing and deeply worrying trend in Ghana’s basic education system: schools are competing fiercely instead of collaborating, and this rivalry may be quietly undermining the quality of teaching and learning. From sports festivals that escalate into hostility to the labelling of schools as Category A and underdogs, the […] The post When

The nation has become West Africa’s leading market for green buildings after surpassing 1 million square metres of EDGE-certified floor space, in what has been described as “a significant milestone” in the country’s efforts to promote sustainable construction and reduce emissions in the built environment. This announcement was made at the close-out event of the […] The post Nation

By Enyeribe OGUH (PhD) The recent Security Council’s laudable endorsement of your Gaza Peace Plan on 17 November 2025 has inspired me to pen this letter to help further your bold plans for the Middle East. You deserve huge credit for that historic peace deal adopted 9 October 2025 at Sharm El-Sheikh in Egypt. If […] The post An open letter to President

By Samuel SAM The global agribusiness market, valued at approximately 3.4 to 3.5 trillion US dollars in 2024, is projected to soar to between 4.4 and 5.8 trillion dollars by 2033. This remarkable growth signals a vibrant and expanding industry that Ghana can position itself to harness by investing in innovation, sustainable practices, contract commercial […] The post Global

By Prof. Samuel Lartey  In Ghana, death is never silent. It is announced, amplified, choreographed, and remembered. A death summons family across continents, halts traffic, suspends markets, fills churches, and dominates weekends. Yet, while the dead are celebrated with extraordinary pageantry, the living, even those whose contributions shape the nation, are often honoured modestly, sometimes […] The post When

By Isaac Frimpong (PhD) Imagine Maame Akosua at Suame. She sells kenkey three evenings a week, supports two children, and saves small amounts with a susu collector. She wants a secure income in old age and hopes her adult children can help one day. But the idea of “registering” with yet another private or government […] The post All-Covered Pension Programme: Mo-Ne-Yo’s

…. encourages investment in the sector By Samuel SAM Government is committed waiving taxes on agro-processing machinery to reduce costs and encourage investment in the sector, Sampson Ahi Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MOTAI) has said. This will increase access to technology and modern machinery for agro-processors, enhance productivity and efficiency in agro-processing […] The post Gov’t

By Godwin AYIKU The Government of Ghana is currently facing monumental challenges in infrastructure development and service delivery which constraint the growth of the Ghanaian economy especially in the road sector. The provision of public infrastructure and services has typically been viewed as the responsibility of government. Given limited budget resources, the country’s huge deficit […] The post The

Anyone who spends time on the streets of Accra knows how demanding the life of a street hawker is. On a normal day, it means long hours on their feet, constant movement, navigating traffic, heat, and people, all while selling and handling cash from morning to evening. In December, that pace increases significantly. There is […] The post A small Christmas gesture goes a long way appeared

… accelerating the continent’s digital economy Major leap in digital payments access as Mastercard expands presence, products and financial inclusion initiatives New market entries, new hires and SME-focused collaborations unlock scale for Africa’s $1.5 trillion digital payments opportunity Mastercard has grown its acceptance network across Africa by 45 per cent in 2025 – a major […] The post Mastercard

Absa Bank Ghana has won three honours at the 2025 Marketing World Awards in Accra, recognising the bank’s work in brand building and sustainability, as well as leadership in marketing and corporate affairs. The bank received Most Impactful Brand Campaign of the Year for its ‘Get More with Absa’ campaign and was also recognised as […] The post Absa Bank wins three honours

By Chester FIAMEGBE-SANI Fraud and cybercrime are no longer distant or hidden problems in many African societies. They have become increasingly visible, normalized, and in some cases subtly celebrated. Across Ghana and other parts of Africa, unexplained wealth is openly displayed, luxury cars, expensive homes, and lavish lifestyles boldly showcased on social media by individuals […] The post As

.Olam Food Ingredients (ofi) Ghana Limited, the only cocoa processing facility in the Northern Sector, a leading exporter of cashews and a Licensed Buying Company (LBC) in Ghana’s cocoa sector has been awarded Gold in the Outstanding Agribusiness category at the 33rd & 34th President’s National Awards for Export Achievement. The award recognised its outstanding […] The post Olam

The defining focus of newly opened Four Points by Sheraton Hotel, Accra will be the consistent delivery of comfort and exceptional service, rather than the physical appeal of the property alone, Mr Michael Cobblah a member of the Hotel’s Board of Directors has disclosed. Speaking at a brief ceremony in Accra to introduce the hotel, […] The post Four

By Saliem FAKIR With the world barreling toward increasingly urgent climate deadlines, African policymakers must move beyond the comforting illusion that simply producing more renewable electricity will satisfy global emissions-reduction targets. In reality, a climate strategy that focuses on green energy but neglects development risks delivering climate gains without yielding development dividends. While Africa’s greenhouse-gas […] The post How

Anyone who spends time on the streets of Accra knows how demanding the life of a street hawker is. On a normal day, it means long hours on their feet, constant movement, navigating traffic, heat, and people, all while selling and handling cash from morning to evening. In December, that pace increases significantly. There is […] The post A small Christmas gesture goes a long way appeared first

By Paulette WATSON (MBE) Ghana’s fintech winners won’t just be the fastest, they’ll be the most trusted. With AI profiling, cross-border cloud and rising breach costs, privacy is becoming a growth lever, not a legal tax. Accra’s fintech story has always been a story of speed: faster onboarding, faster payments, faster credit decisions. But the […] The post Data

In today’s fast-paced, hyper-connected world, we are all constantly bombarded with advice, strategies, and “expert” solutions for success. From consultants to influencers, the message is often the same: “Do what I say, and you’ll succeed.” While consultancy has its place—providing specialized knowledge and technical expertise—there is a growing recognition that true, sustainable change comes not […] The post The

The ongoing conversation about the 20 percent excise duty on natural fruit juices is fast becoming another example of a well-intentioned policy producing damaging economic outcomes. Introduced under the guise of revenue mobilisation and public health, the tax is instead punishing value addition, weakening competitiveness and undermining the country’s export ambitions. At a time when […] The post Editorial: