The Chair of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Maria Fernanda Garza will visit Ghana from the 1st – 5th of March. International Chamber of Commerce elected Maria Fernanda Garza from Mexico as the ICC Chair in 2022, making her the first woman to hold this position. Her predecessor was Ajay Banga, who was appointed […] The post ICC Chair Maria Fernanda
The Tema Port Fire and Safety Manager, Edward Heyman, has touted GPHA’s proactive efforts in fostering a culture of safety, expressing confidence for continued safe operations at Ghana’s seaports. This he said has been made possible by the various interventions set in place by management, with help from external stakeholders over the years. Mr. Heyman […] The post
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority has acquired certifications in ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 27001:2013. These certifications offer a standardized framework for the organization to demonstrate its commitment to quality, health and safety at work, environmental sustainability, and information security. These certifications not only enhance the organization’s internal processes but also […] The post
The General Manager in Charge of Estate and Environment at the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, James Benjamin Gaisie, has stated that the Port Authority is ensuring that dust produced during the discharge of clinker is reduced to the barest minimum in order to rid the port environment of air pollution. Mr. Gaisie also said […] The post GPHA
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority recognizes its wealth, strength and future lie in the health and safety of its staff and stakeholders as well as the general sustainability of the environment. The organization therefore prioritizes the provision of a safe working environment for all its employees and port users. In addition to free medical […] The post
Financial institutions have been urged to boldly showcase ACH Direct Credit Near Real Time (NRT) services on their digital platforms to facilitate easy access for customers. Highlighting and appropriately labelling the NRT option, will raise awareness among customers about this payment service, encouraging its utilization. Typically, banks list various digital channels on their internet and […] The post
The Resilience Against Climate Change (REACH) project recently held a significant ceremony in Wa, capital of the Upper West Regional, where conservation agriculture (CA) tools worth over GH¢650,000 were handed over to key partners. The event marked a crucial step in advancing sustainable agriculture practices in the region. The specialized CA tools, including no-till planters, […] The post
By Emmanuel AKOMEA Queen mothers in agriculture are urging young people to get involved in farming to support the sector’s growth and seize its numerous opportunities. Recognizing their influential roles in rural development, these women emphasize the importance of youth engagement for food security and sustainable progress. Nana Afia Darko Bredu I, Kyidomhemma for Suhum, […] The post
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Takoradi The Boosting Green Employment and Enterprise Opportunities in Ghana (GrEEn) Project, funded by the European Union in Ghana, has organised a graduation and close-out ceremony for 729 participants of its Youth Employment and Entrepreneurship (YEE) programme in the Western Region. The ceremony, held in Takoradi, saw the recipients awarded National […] The post
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY GoldFields Ghana Foundation (GFGF) has donated assorted items worth GH¢477,000 to Health Centres and Security agencies in the Tarkwa Nsuaem and Prestea- Huni Valley Municipalities of the Western Region. The gesture, is to enhance the capacity of two health institutions at Abosso and Huni Valley, the Ghana Police and the Intelligence […] The post
By Samuel SAM Frank Owusu-Boakye, the Northern Regional Senior Quality Assurance and Standards Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), has called for greater support for local hospitality products to boost job creation, preserve cultural heritage, and enhance economic stability, thereby contributing to the overall well-being of citizens. According to Owusu-Boakye, promoting local hospitality providers […] The post
Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the Bank of Ghana has emphasized the pivotal role of digital technologies in shaping Africa’s future. Speaking passionately about the urgency of embracing digitization in trade and finance, Dr. Addison at the launch of the 3i Africa Summit highlighted Africa’s strengths, including a tech-savvy youth population, extensive mobile penetration, expanding […] The post
By Buertey Francis BORYOR Business leaders have been reminded of the need to incorporate environmental, social and governance (ESG) principles into their operations and business strategies to enable the world to meet the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) target by 2030. The United Nations Global Compact Network Ghana’s Board Chairman, Sulemanu Koney, who made the appeal […] The post
By Abdallah ABDUL-MUMUNI (Dr) Ghana’s economic landscape has changed dramatically since the early 2010s, when oil reserves were discovered off its coast. However, the journey towards harnessing this newfound economic resource has been confronted with challenges, key among them being the volatile nature of international crude oil prices. In this article, we delve into the […] The post
By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU The total number of active mobile money agents grew by 21 percent to 608,000 in 2023, the recently FinTech Sector Report for 2023 published by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has shown. The figure represents approximately 88 percent of the 688,000 people employed by the state. This comes amid heightened […] The post MoMo agents flourish despite
By Kizito CUDJOE The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a notable decrease in electricity tariffs for consumers. The latest adjustment will see residential consumers pay 6.56 percent less, while non-residential consumers will experience a decrease of 4.98 percent in their tariffs. The new tariffs takes effect April 1, 2024 and will span three […] The post
By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU Helen Brand, the Global CEO of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), has urged stakeholders to prioritise small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the broader sustainability agenda, citing the critical role SMEs play in driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and creating employment opportunities across the nation. Speaking on the […] The post
By Bernard Yaw ASHIADEY, Atlanta-Georgia Delta Air Lines has assured the Ghanaian travelling public that the international airline is duty-bound to ensure standards are the same across the globe irrespective of where it is flying from or where its final destination is. Rahsaan Johnson, Managing Director, International Communications at Delta, noted that recent suggestions that […] The post
By Buertey Francis BORYOR The Business and Financial Times (B&FT), Africa’s leading provider of business information, and StarLife Assurance Company Limited – a leading life insurer – have renewed their commitment toward deepening existing partnerships and friendship between them. This came to light during a courtesy call by the management of the B&FT on leadership of the […] The post
By Rashidatu IBRAHIM President Nana Akufo-Addo has reaffirmed his government’s dedication to bolstering the poultry industry in Ghana, aiming to reduce the country’s reliance on chicken imports, which has been weighing heavily on the national currency. This commitment comes as part of the second phase of the Planting for Foods and Jobs (PFJ) programme. The […] The post
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