The country is again faced with a heightened risk of cocoa smuggling following Ivory Coast’s recent decision to raise its farm-gate price for cocoa, surpassing our rate. While the move by the world’s largest cocoa producer aims to discourage illicit export of beans, it poses significant challenges for Ghana’s cocoa industry. Ivory Coast’s Minister of […] The post

By Deborah Asantewaah SARFO Vice-Chancellor of the University for Development Studies (UDS), Professor Seidu Al-hassan, has underscored the achievement of food sovereignty as a significant step toward strengthening the country’s ability to pay its debt. According to him, in ensuring food security in the country, the basics of agriculture – which includes processing, packaging and […] The post

Life has a funny way of throwing surprises at us when we least expect them. From sudden job losses to unexpected medical bills, financial emergencies can strike at any moment. That is where an emergency fund comes in – your financial safety net for life’s unpredictable moments. But how do you build one? Let us […] The post Financial

By Samuel Lartey(Prof) [email protected] As Ghana moves toward economic recovery, a new adjustment in utility tariffs has been announced, effective October 1, 2024. The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has raised electricity prices by 3.02% and water tariffs by 1.86%, part of its routine quarterly review to reflect changes in key economic indicators such as […] The post

In a remarkable show of dedication and love for their alma mater, the 2004 Year Group of the Old Swesconians Association has successfully refurbished the Old Art Shed, a structure that has served various purposes over the years. This project, which was funded through the generous contributions of members of the year group, culminated in […] The post 2004

By Juliet Aguiar DUGBARTEY AmaliTech, in collaboration with Access Bank, has hosted a coding competition for students enrolled in the Coding for Kids (C4K) programme at Takoradi, Western Region. The initiative sought to equip young learners with digital skills, allowing them to exhibit what they have learnt over the past months. The competition The coding […] The post AmaliTech,

by Kodwo Brumpon “One mouth cannot drink from two calabashes at the same time.” – Ugandan proverb Our age has become accustomed to living life by pressing of buttons. We expect solutions at a touch and we want to exclude anything that resembles anything like waiting. We have become ‘instant’ oriented, to the point where […] The post The Attitude Lounge: A stress

Winich Farms, a Nigerian Agtech startup making the supply chain of farm produce seamless for all stakeholders, has secured US$3 million in pre-series A funding to enhance its technology and optimize its operations. The round is a mix of equity and debt. The equity funding of US$2.5 million came from Acumen Resilient Agriculture Fund (a […] The post

By Buertey Francis BORYOR The cannabis industry has the potential to become a significant economic driver with the integration of advanced technology, Israel Ambassador-Designate, Ghana, Roey Gilad, has suggested. The global cannabis market size was valued at estimated US$57.18billion in 2023 and projected to US$444.34billion by 2030, exhibiting a CAGR of 34.03 percent during the […] The post

By Elizabeth PUNSU The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is calling on government to consider using waste-to-energy technology in its quest to maintain the environment and protect it from climate change. A Research Scientist with the CSIR, Dr. Mutala Mohammed, made this call when some selected stakeholders – including representatives from the Ministry […] The post Waste-to-energy

A recent sensitisation workshop on the International Labour Organisation’s (ILO) Convention 190 in collaboration with the Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA), Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise and Norwegian Confederation of Trade Unions and the Trades Union Congress (TUC) highlighted evidence of workplace violence and harassment as being prevalent in all sectors – both formal and informal. Indeed, […] The post

In a gallant display of dexterity and aplomb, the GCB Bank Sports Team emerged victorious at the recently concluded Citi Business Olympics, sweeping a whopping nine awards. Held at the Eden Heights Sports Complex in Weija on Saturday, September 28, the 2024 Business Olympics brought together over 60 companies from various industries to compete in […] The post

By  Justice PEPRAH One of the biggest problems facing the insurance industry in Ghana is low public awareness and understanding of insurance products. Many people lack knowledge about the benefits of insurance, leading to misconceptions and reluctance to purchase policies. Additionally, issues such as trust in insurers, lack of proper communication of and adherence to […] The post

By Terry Mante Many people dream of building a career around their talents. Whether it’s a natural gift for speaking, an aptitude for problem-solving or an artistic flair, the idea of turning something you are passionate about into a lifelong vocation is exhilarating. However, not everyone succeeds in making this transition. Why? Because talent alone […] The post Honing your

By Samuel Adjetey Osekre Introduction Ghana, like many developing nations, has often struggled to achieve its full potential, not due to a lack of ideas or resources but rather from the lack of continuity in national projects and policies. The frequent interruption of development projects, often triggered by changes in government, has contributed to stunted […] The post

‘Service Above Self’ and ‘One Profits Most Who Serves Best’ are the official mottoes of Rotary International, and by extension, of the Rotary Club of Accra Ridge. Rotary, a global humanitarian service organization, brings together business and professional leaders to promote goodwill and peace through service to those in need. As part of its ongoing […] The post

Over the last decade Tenece Ghana has become a leader in technological innovation, helping businesses and industries transform their operations through cutting-edge solutions. Specialising in solutions that range from cyber-security to cloud services, Tenece Ghana has delivered transformative results for clients across industries. As the company marks a decade of success, it reaffirms its commitment […] The post

Over the last decade Tenece Ghana has become a leader in technological innovation, helping businesses and industries transform their operations through cutting-edge solutions. Specialising in solutions that range from cyber-security to cloud services, Tenece Ghana has delivered transformative results for clients across industries. As the company marks a decade of success, it reaffirms its commitment […] The post

The Ghana Upstream Petroleum Chamber held its annual Ghana Oil and Gas Conference recently. We spoke to its CEO, David Ampofo about the conference. Q: Can you explain the thinking behind the choice of theme for the conference? A: We chose the theme “stimulating growth in the oil and gas industry”, very deliberately. As you […] The post Ghana Upstream

By Kizito CUDJOE An alliance of civil society organisations (CSOs) has urged government to require car manufacturers operating in the country, as well as potential investors, to incorporate electric vehicles (EVs) production into their operations. This, the alliance argues, aligns with the country’s goal of achieving net-zero emissions – set for 2070 as part of […] The post CSOs