Accelerating SEZ Policy Implementation … actionable pathways to unlock the 24-Hour Economy Programme Ghana’s pursuit of industrialization, accelerated export development and job creation has increasingly highlighted the strategic importance of Economic Zones. Yet, despite the demonstrated potential of Special Economic Zones (SEZ) to drive structural transformation, the Country still lacks a fully enacted and integrated […] The post Finance,

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO The narrative of Lee Jae Myung, as captured in his biographical records and the stirring account of his rise to the 21st Presidency of the Republic of Korea, is a quintessential story of resilience that mirrors the modern history of the nation itself. His story, chronicled in the biographical volume “Who […] The post From Factory Worker to President

By Goodnuff Appiah LARBI & Elizabeth Asantewah OFORI Artificial Interligence (AI) is rapidly transforming institutions across the globe, and the legal profession is no exception. From legal research and document drafting to case management and judicial administration, AI tools promise unprecedented speed and efficiency. In Ghana, where judicial reforms and access to justice remain ongoing […] The post ‘Robo-Justice’

If you walk on Spintex Road with open eyes, you will notice something. This place is full of movement and full of life. Shops open early. Food joints sell till late. Drivers and riders are always moving people. Young men and women are hustling. Families are trying to make it. But beyond the noise and […] The post From vision to impact: How Bishop Dr. Gideon

Inclusive clean energy for alL: A call to accelerate transport sector decarbonisation amid a burgeoning automotive industry Today marks the International Day of Clean Energy. The U.K. – Ghana Jobs and Economic Transformation (JET) programme joins the global community to spotlight the vast potential Ghana holds to chart a cleaner energy future – one that […] The post International Day of Clean Energy

Cocoa prices in New York and London have declined by more than 30 percent since the beginning of the year, reaching their lowest levels in two years following a sustained two-week sell-off. Ongoing concerns regarding demand are exerting downward pressure on cocoa prices, as consumers react to elevated chocolate costs. Over a two-day period, prices […] The post SIKAKROM

GCB Bank (GCB) PLC has restated its commitment to the protection of customer funds and the security of its banking systems following reports of an alleged ATM-related fraud matter currently before the courts. The Bank operates a zero-tolerance policy on financial crime and has in place robust security infrastructure, real-time transaction monitoring and strict internal […] The post GCB

… BoG’s next move as emergency phase fades By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU After two years of using gold as a stabilisation tool during Ghana’s economic adjustment, the Bank of Ghana is preparing to step back from direct gold trading and redesign the programme that helped rebuild reserves, calm the foreign-exchange market and restore confidence. From […] The post Stripping quasi-fiscal

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE Government has deepened a strategic fisheries partnership with China to close the country’s estimated US$800million fish supply deficit. The Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development (MoFAD) – led by sector minister Emelia Arthur who recently steered a high-level engagement between Ghana and China – said the partnership will strengthen bilateral cooperation in […] The post Fisheries

The Right to Information (RTI) Commission has upheld the decision of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (“MIIF” or “the Fund”) to defer the disclosure of its 2024 financial statements, granting the Fund a statutory period of 90 days to complete the process. It will be recalled that a former Board Member of the Fund, had […] The post RTI Commission

…urges clients to maintain balanced portfolios as macro risks ease Maintaining diversified investment portfolios remains critical as Ghana’s macroeconomic risks ease, even as global markets stay volatile. This was a key theme at the 2026 edition of Global Market Outlook Event hosted by Standard Chartered in Accra. After a period marked by debt restructuring, sharp […] The post Standard

First cohort in Ghana trains 50 young people in logistics and workplace skills using an AI-driven digital learning platform Academy enables fast, cost-effective e-learning at scale Digital-first programme aims to reach 10,000 young people across Africa, including returned migrants DHL Global Forwarding, the air, ocean, and road freight specialists of DHL Group, in partnership with […] The post DHL and

By Prof. Samuel Lartey www.pefghana.org  Ghana’s banking sector is once again under close scrutiny as headline indicators suggest a gradual improvement in asset quality. Non-performing loan ratios have declined, provisions have increased, and banks appear more resilient than during the turbulent years that culminated in the 2017–2019 banking sector clean-up. Yet, this apparent stability conceals […] The post Credit

Mentorship is a timeless leadership principle that shapes individuals, transforms institutions and sustains vision across generations. At its core, mentorship goes beyond offering advice or inspiration; it is the intentional development of character, competence and clarity of purpose in another person. Across history, some of the most effective leadership transitions and movements were not accidental; […] The post Spirit

A week ago, I followed a conversation on The Afternoon show of Ghana’s leading free-to-air television station, TV3, on the subject “Making of a Modern Entrepreneur”. I was fascinated by the level of conversation and new trends in entrepreneurship as chronicled by the resource person, Ms. Charisa Naa Adjorkor Koney. The popular entrepreneur, influencer and […] The post Making of a modern entrepreneur

BY Patricia ETORNAM HLORBU The story of Richard Nii Armah Quaye, recently honoured in the Avance Media 2025 Top 100 Ghanaian Powerlist, is not merely a chronicle of corporate triumph; but a love letter to the resilient spirit of the Ghanaian dreamer. It is a narrative that begins not in a glass-walled boardroom, but in […] The post Legacy

In anticipation of the International Day of Education 2026, observed globally on Saturday, January 24, the Ghana Education Initiative of Ghana (GEIG) successfully organised a youth-focused educational dialogue on Wednesday, January 21,  2026 at Victory Standard School. The programme was held in alignment with this year’s International Day of Education  theme, “The Power of Youth […] The post GEIG

There’s a particular kind of exhaustion that comes with being a feminist writer. You spend your days documenting injustice, quantifying suffering, translating women’s lived experiences into words that might, just might, make someone care enough to act. Some mornings, you sit by your laptop wondering if you’re just shouting into the void. Then you remember: […] The post Fifteen

Ghana’s pacesetting radio station, Happy 98.9 FM, in collaboration with the highly rated recreational centre Lakeside Marina Park, has launched its most anticipated family fun event, the Family Fun Run – marking the beginning of activities for its 16th edition. The long-standing community event, dedicated to health, family bonding and social impact, was officially launched at the Silver Star […] The post Happy

2026 isn’t easing in quietly – it’s arriving with energy, excitement and a line-up of great entertainment ready to set the tone for the year ahead. Whether you’re looking for motivation, adventure, drama, family escapes or pure weekend adrenaline, DStv is starting the year with stories to cheer you up, fuel your goals and turn […] The post New Year,