By J. N. Halm I was wondering why the secretary was not taking minutes. Taking into consideration the importance of the meeting, I could not help but wonder why the secretary just sat there without making any notes. So you can imagine my shock when within hours of the meeting, she had sent the minutes […] The post The evolving landscape:
Pan-African Savings and Loans, a proud member of the Ecobank Group, demonstrated their commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR) by donating to the Ghana Society for the Socially Disadvantaged on February 23, 2024. The donation, presented by Mrs. Adelaide Karl Lartey, the Manager of the Kaneshie Branch of Pan-African, exemplifies the company’s focus on supporting […] The post
The birth of a newborn baby fills families with joy and pride as it symbolizes continuity of a lineage. Unfortunately, some mothers do not return home with their bundles of joy due to complications during childbirth. Some even lose their lives in the process. Access to quality health care continues to be a matter of […] The post Newmont partners
By Amos SAFO Beginning January 2024 to date, Ghana has witnessed an unprecedented heat, as a result of global warming and climate change. This extreme change of the weather is redefining people’s sleeping habits and overall health. Several people across the country are complaining about extreme heat that makes them sweat throughout the night even […] The post Facing the
By Kofi Anokye Owusu-Darko (Dr) According to the banks, there is a Bank of Ghana (BOG) directive that all third-party transactions in the banking hall must be supported by an identification (ID) of the party undertaking the transaction. This stems from the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044), and the December 2022 BOG Guidelines for […] The post Anti-money
This targeted approach is set to empower farmers to achieve greater yields and contribute to more resilient food systems for Ghana. AGRA, in collaboration with the Plant Protection and Regulatory Services Directorate (PPRSD) of Ghana’s Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA), and with the support of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), has […] The post
Another hot afternoon in Accra. The streets buzzed with life as I steered my taxi through the chaotic traffic. The sun, relentless, as usual, bore down on the helpless citizens of the city as though the decisions of our politicians wasn’t punishment enough. I welcomed the cool respite of my car’s air conditioning as I […] The post Dede Drives
It might sound cliche but not at Tullow Ghana. The phrase, ‘local content’ has come to mean the very heart of how it conducts its business. As main operator of Ghana’s two main oil fields – Jubilee and TEN – Tullow has a responsibility to harness the oil and gas resources available to the country […] The post Giving priority to local suppliers;
“A brand is defined by the customer’s experience. The experience is delivered by the employees” ….. Shep Hyken Last week, I highlighted a series of concerns currently being expressed among some bank staff working in the digital banking era. Their concerns mostly harbour around the positive but intrusive 4th Industrial Revolution where most transactions are […] The post
By Rashidatu IBRAHIM An economist and advisor on South-South Cooperation and Development Finance at the South Centre, a Geneva-based intergovernmental organisation, Yuefen Li, has urged African countries to enforce regulations that require multinational corporations to contribute a greater share of taxes for their operations within these nations. She noted that implementing such measures would serve […] The post
The Sharaf Mahama Foundation last Friday supported some Muslims in the Okaikwei Central Constituency of the Greater Accra Region to observe the Ramadan ‘Iftar’. The event was preceded by a courtesy call on the National Chief Imam of Ghana, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu at his residence to ask for his blessings and prayers. Mr. Sharaf […] The post Sharaf
By Catherine ADODOADJI-DOGBE and Fatima FAROUTA Globally there has been an increase in municipal solid waste generation. Predictions indicate that Municipal solid waste generation will grow from 2.3 billion tonnes in 2023 to 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050. The global direct cost of waste management was estimated at USD 252 billion in 2020 and the […] The post Harnessing
Marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, Eid al Fitr is expected to begin on 10 April, and Emirates will honour the occasion with an array of regional flavours onboard, traditional Eid dishes in the lounges, and new Arabic movies and TV series on ice. Eid flavours onboard Emirates From the 10-13 April, […] The post Emirates celebrates Eid al Fitr onboard
As we commemorate World Health Day 2024 themed ‘My health, my right,’ the focus turns to the critical importance of good food and nutrition, particularly in regions like Central and West Africa. Nutrition is the foundation of human health, influencing every aspect of physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being. In these regions, where socio-economic gaps, environmental […] The post
By Samuel SAM In a bid to address food security and malnutrition in rural communities and across the nation, an innovative and cost-effective fortified breakfast product called “C-Real” has been unveiled in Tamale. This product, crafted from nutrient-rich and fortified blended flour, aims to combat malnutrition in Northern Ghana, particularly among children in rural areas […] The post
a call for policy revision By Emmanuel KUNDO A recent directive issued by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has stirred controversy within the business community regarding the implementation of the Commissioner-General’s invoice (VAT Invoice) as proof for allowable expense deduction under Section 9 of the Income Tax Act, 2015 (Act 896) as amended. Although, the […] The post
By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY, Anaji Eighty-one students from Queenscraft Vocational Institute in Takoradi have successfully graduated in various disciplines and received National Vocational Training Institute (NVTI) certificates. These disciplines include Hospitality and Catering Management, Event Planning and Decoration, Pastry and Cooking, as well as Modern Cakes and Decoration. Additionally, they have undergone training in core […] The post
In a significant move towards ensuring environmental sustainability and responsible resource management in Ghana’s energy sector, Tullow Ghana, Unit Operator of the Jubilee field, along with its partners – Ghana National Petroleum Corporation, Kosmos Energy, Kosmos Energy Ghana Investment, PetroSA, and GNPC Explorco – has officially signed an agreement to establish a Decommissioning Trust Fund […] The post
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has praised PETROSOSL Ghana Ltd, a leading oil marketing company (OMC), for its commitment to enhancing the skills of women within its workforce and empowering them to assume leadership positions within the company. NPA’s Deputy Chief Executive, Linda Boamah Asante conveyed the Authority’s commendation during her address at the Women […] The post
By Ebenezer Chike Adjei NJOKU ([email protected]) Indigenous financial services provider, CalBank is aiming to raise GH¢600 million in fresh capital through a renounceable rights issue. This capital injection will aid the lender’s recovery from the effects of the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) and fuel its future growth plans. The move will offer existing shareholders […] The post
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