By Elizabeth PUNSU KNUST Business School (KSB) is poised to bridge the employability gap and enhance competency-based training, as well as committing to strengthening practical education in entrepreneurship, IT, and soft skills, the Dean of the School, Prof Professor Ahmed Agyapong has indicated. Professor Agyapong emphasized the importance of competency-based training, industry partnerships, and technological […] The post KNUST

By Samuel SAM The Director of the Centre for Equity and Equal Opportunity Advocacy (CEEOA) at Tamale Technical University (TaTU), Professor Adiza Sadik, has called for the effective implementation of gender policies to address barriers hindering the development of women and children in society. According to her, implementing the policy, which outlines Ghana’s commitment to […] The post CEEOA

Consumer rights advocacy group, CUTS International Accra, has criticised MultiChoice Ghana for failing to provide adequate notice before increasing its subscription fees by an average of 15 percent. The price adjustment, set to take effect on April 1, 2025, was communicated to subscribers via SMS and email on March 24, giving them less than a […] The post CUTS International

By Ephraim Ofori NUMOSUOR Ghana is the leading gold producer in Africa and one of the top gold exporters in the world. However, despite this status, the country continues to lose billions of dollars annually due to illicit gold trade and smuggling. The government has long struggled to curb these challenges, which have not only […] The post Gold smuggling and revenue loss: Can the

By Shreenidhi TARTE Alternate Investment Funds (AIFs) are investment vehicles that differ from traditional options like stocks, bonds, and cash. They include hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, real estate investment trusts (REITs), and commodities. These funds often use complex strategies to generate higher returns and manage risks, making them popular among institutional investors and […] The post Rising

By Daniel Bright Yaw AGBALE The widely cited saying, “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results,” is often attributed to Albert Einstein. A more precise version states: “If you do the same thing repeatedly, you get the same results.” This principle is evident in Ghana’s […] The post Navigating

The COVID-19 pandemic exposed Africa’s vulnerability in accessing vaccines, with much of the continent relying on external donations and slow global distribution. This highlighted the urgent need for stronger regulatory systems to ensure timely vaccine approval and distribution. In response, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), in collaboration with the West African Health Organization […] The post ECOWASRegECs

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson has established an 11-member committee to develop strategies for preventing fire outbreaks at market centres across the region. “You have been given 10 working days to visit all the markets, with a focus on Takoradi, Sekondi and Agona Nkwanta in the Ahanta West Municipality. You will […] The post W/Regional

Minister of Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson will keynote the highly anticipated 5th CFO & Public Finance Conference 2025, set to take place on April 3rd and 4th, 2025, in Accra. Themed “Future Trends: The Next Wave of Sustainable Finance Innovation,” the conference will bring together finance and business leaders from across Africa to […] The post 5th

OmniBSIC Bank Ghana Limited has successfully hosted its inaugural Meet the Market event, dubbed ‘Figures in Focus’, bringing together captains of industry, key stakeholders, and regulatory authorities, including representatives from the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Pension Funds, Institutional Investors, and Customers. The high-impact session provided deep insights into […] The post OmniBSIC

There has been a significant steady increase in access to education across all levels in the country, although concerns over quality still persist. The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) recently released a report on national education across all levels in the country, which showed substantial improvements in Gross Enrolment Rate (GER) and Net Enrolment Rate (NER) […] The post Editorial:

Implementing a 24-hour economy in the petroleum sector will require collaboration with various security agencies to ensure the safety of consumers and personnel at fuel stations across the country. Chief Executive-National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, emphasised the importance of strict regulation and enforcement to protect the petroleum downstream industry from criminal activities. […] The post Editorial:

By Buertey Francis BORYOR Denmark is strengthening its support for Ghana’s water sector with the upcoming Aveyime water infrastructure project, which will provide clean water to more than one million people. Danish Ambassador to Ghana Tom Nørring announced this during the Embassy’s celebration of World Water Day 2025 in Accra. He said the project is […] The post Denmark supports

The African Union (AU) Ambassador, Dr. Frank Ighorodje, has called for stronger support for the private sector to drive Ghana’s economic growth. He made the remarks at the 2nd Corporate Leadership Excellence Awards 2025 held in Accra, where over 29 individuals and companies were honored for their contributions to the nation’s economic and industrial development. […] The post Private

… as World Bank B-Ready report highlights challenges The International Finance Corporation (IFC) has highlighted the need for a business-friendly environment to foster sustainable economic growth, highlighting the private sector’s critical role in driving progress. Speaking at the B-READY report’s launch, Kyle Kelhofer, Senior Country Manager-IFC, underscored the importance of a stable regulatory framework and […] The post IFC

By Kizito CUDJOE, Johannesburg – South Africa More than half of African countries are either in debt distress or teetering on the edge, showing the continent’s worsening financial predicament, Executive Director-African Forum and Network on Debt and Development (AFRODAD), Jason Braganza, has said. “Africa is in the midst of one of its most severe sovereign […] The post Over half of

By Ernest Bako WUBONTO   The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) is boosting local content in the mining industry by investing in small and medium-sized businesses that support the sector, driving growth and development. During a recent working visit to three of the four companies benefitting from MIIF’s investment through Injaro Ghana Venture Capital Limited (IGVCF), […] The post MIIF

The Bulk Energy Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST) has renewed its partnership with Burkina Faso’s National Hydrocarbons Company (SONABHY) to enhance cross-border petroleum trade and strengthen sub-regional energy security. The engagement follows the restoration of diplomatic ties between Ghana and Burkina Faso, facilitated by President John Dramani Mahama. At a high-level meeting in Accra, […] The post BOST

… outlines future plans to enhance financial stability and innovation OmniBSIC Bank Ghana Limited has successfully hosted its inaugural Meet the Market event, dubbed ‘Figures in Focus’, bringing together captains of industry, key stakeholders, and regulatory authorities, including representatives from the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Pension Funds, Institutional […] The post OmniBSIC

The Regional Chief Manager of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL), Ing. Emmanuel Johnson, has expressed deep concern over the harmful effects of sand winning, effluent discharge, and other destructive human activities on the Densu River, which houses the Weija Dam. According to Ing. Johnson, discussions around water pollution in Ghana often focus on illegal […] The post Weija